Short Breaks in Spain
Barcelona
Barcelona has been one of the most popular city break destinations for UK travellers for some years now, mainly because it provides every element of a perfect weekend break. It has superb sightseeing, nightlife, a long sandy beach and a favourable temperature for most of the year.
Bilbao
Bilbao can be easily reached by air, by sea and by rail, and has a unique setting amongst the hills of the Basque countryside. We visited Bilbao as part of a mini-cruise, but whichever means you use, travelling there means you have the chance to visit the world-famous Guggenheim Museum which is the centrepiece of the city. You are also close to the beautiful city of San Sebastian, which is worth doing just for the views along the way.
Madrid
The Spanish Capital is one of the finest cities in Europe, which can be easily reached by overnight train from Paris, the Elipsos Trainhotel. Experience the numerous art palaces, the green spaces, tapas bars, the nightclubs and the fine climate. Easy to walk around, Madrid should be near the top of your list of places to visit.
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is often missed by many UK holidaymakers who make their way directly to their holiday resort on another part of Majorca. Palma has a lot going for it, and is not far away from some of the finest beaches of Majorca at Illetas. See one of the finest cathedrals in Spain and enjoy the vibrant nightlife of this exciting city.
Seville
Seville is probably the most important city in southern Spain, being the cultural, financial and historical capital. Hercules is said to be the founder of Seville – whether this is true or not, Seville is more than 2000 years old, and called Hispalis by the Romans. It was conquered by the Moors in the early 8th century, whose influence is very much apparent in modern Seville. The Alcázar and the Cathedral are both listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Archivo de Indias.
Valencia
Since the arrival of the Romans, Valencia, with its average temperature of 16.7C has appealed to many different types of visitor. With a year-round enviable Mediterranean climate and more than 100 km of coast with many blue flag beaches it’s a perfect family destination.
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