Top Spain Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Sail along Tenerife’s south coast with a professional crew and marine guide to teach you facts about the underwater world that you wouldn’t know about if traveling alone. As well as having the opportunity to spot whales and dolphins, the boat is equipped with an underwater sound system and onboard speakers, so you'll have the rare opportunity to hear the sounds of marine life in real-time too.

Learn more about Barcelona’s history than you could on your own with this guided walking tour of the Gothic Quarter and El Born. As well as seeing well-preserved medieval wonders, you can learn about some of the hidden gems that you might have missed if exploring alone. Along the way, listen to commentary from your guide to help you get up to speed on the sights. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

Step back in time on this uncommon walking tour of Barcelona, retracing the footsteps of fascists and anarchists in the Spanish Civil War. Following your guide, you’ll go well beyond the guidebooks, discovering the catalysts behind this often-overlooked conflict, what life was like under Franco’s fascist dictatorship, and you'll see firsthand why Barcelona was dubbed one of Europe's “most explosive” cities.

The magnificent Royal Palace of Madrid is one of the King of Spain’s official residences and one of the city’s most popular attractions. On this skip-the-line experience, avoid the ticket purchase lines, which can be lengthy, and gain extra insight into the Spanish royal family on a guided tour. Upgrade to add a tapas tasting, which you enjoy independently, or a tour of the Royal Collections Gallery with your guide.

Travel between the ports of Lanzarote with ease with a one-way or round-trip boat ride between Marina Puerto Calero and Puerto del Carmen. During a 25-minute cruise between ports, you can either stay cool in covered seating or soak up sunshine on the open-air deck. Boats depart from Puerto del Carmen every 1.5 hours between 10:30am and 4:30pm, and from Puerto Calero from 10am to 3:45pm.

Make easy work of Granada’s hills and zip around the sights on this 2-hour guided Segway tour. Enjoy an intimate experience, with a small group of just six people; explore the atmospheric Albayzín and Sacromonte neighborhoods; and admire landmarks such as the San Cristobal Church, Paseo de los Tristes, and Palacio Daralhorra.

The majestic Natural Park of Montserrat lies about an hour from Barcelona, making it difficult to reach without a car. Join this small-group tour and hike and visit the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat and learn about the monks' daily life. Trek ancient pilgrimage paths, discovering diverse flora and fauna, and savor panoramic vistas. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore the monastery, taste local specialties, and shop before returning to Barcelona.

When your cruise ship sails into the harbor of Barcelona, get acquainted with the Catalonian capital’s rich cultural tapestry on a half- or full-day sightseeing shore excursion. With a knowledgeable guide, explore the Gothic Quarter, ascend Montjuic hill, and sail past long lines outside of La Sagrada Familia (extra expense), Gaudi’s famously unfinished modernist masterpiece. Upgrade to the full-day tour to include visits to Park Güell and La Pedrera.

Check off some of Barcelona's top attractions—and then pair your visit with one of Catalonia's major monuments when you visit Montserrat—on this private, full-day tour. Don't worry about transport stresses or the inconveniences of a group tour: Instead, drive through Barcelona to visit the city's key landmarks, stroll the Gothic Quarter, and even tour the Sagrada Familia. Then, travel beyond city limits to explore the abbey and walking trails at Monserrat.

No trip to Andalusia is complete without visiting Granada, the Moorish city home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed The Alhambra. This tour allows you to travel from Seville to Granada with ease, without the hassle of advance planning, and provides an insider’s perspective into the history of The Alhambra.  Plus, you’ll have free time to explore Albaicin.

Cruise around Barcelona the easy way on this half-day e-bike tour, accompanied by a photographer guide. Pedal your way around the atmospheric Gothic Quarter and the scenic seafront promenade. Hop off along the way to capture iconic landmarks such as the Columbus Monument, Casa Milà and the Arc de Triumph on camera, or pose for photos by La Sagrada Familia and Casa Batlló.

Enhance your experience of the Alcázar of Seville. Appreciate the mix of mudéjar, Renaissance, and 19th-century architecture as you pass through areas like the Patio of the Maidens, the Ambassador's Room, and the English gardens. Upgrade to include skip-the-line entry and a guided tour of Seville Cathedral—one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world—and access to UNESCO-listed landmark La Giralda.

Sagrada Família fills with visitors as the day goes on, which can make it hard to take in the basilica’s interior. Enter before regular opening time with a small group, when fewer people are inside, and see Gaudí’s columns and the light through the stained-glass windows. Along the way, hear how the basilica has been under construction since 1882.

Relax on the bus journey while enjoying the Costa del Sol landscape and learning fascinating facts about the historic city of Cordoba. Upon arrival, cross the iconic Roman Bridge, featured in Game of Thrones, and enjoy 5 hours of free time to explore the city at your own pace. Visit the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, Plaza de la Corredera, Torre de la Calahorra, and the beautiful Andalusian patios in the San Basilio neighborhood. Let the city captivate you as you stroll through its historic streets, uncover its hidden gems, and savor local dishes like salmorejo, flamenquines, and bulltail. You’ll also have time to relax on one of Cordoba’s terraces or soak up its unique atmosphere before returning to Malaga. A perfect excursion to immerse yourself in Cordoba’s history and beauty in just one day.

See two of Spain’s best small towns in one easy trip from Madrid to Toledo and Segovia without having to rent a car, navigate, or deal with language barriers. Instead, hop on the bus to visit both of these UNESCO World Heritage sites in just one day to maximize your time. The trip includes walking tours in both cities and easy, roundtrip transport by bus.

Soar over the scenic sprawl of northeast Mallorca and enjoy views of the island you won't find anywhere else on this exhilarating hot-air balloon experience. Feel your excitement heighten as you take to the skies and see blissful beaches and verdant beauty from a unique perspective. Gaze at panoramic vistas of the idyllic island throughout your ride then return to the ground to toast your flight with a glass of lavish Champagne.

Marvel at La Sagrada Familia, stroll down colorful Las Ramblas, and take in the views from Montjuic hill on this half-day private city tour. This pay-as-you-go experience can be tailored to suit your interests, so you can take in modernist wonders like Casa Batlló and Milà House (Casa Milà), peek into the shops along glamorous Passeig de Gracia, or explore Barcelona’s Port Olímpic. Upgrade to add a licensed guide.

Enjoy the fun of exploring by buggy without the high-adrenaline stakes of an offroad tour with this gentler, guide-led alternative that doesn’t involve any racing of off-roading. Hop aboard a two-seater buggy with a manual gearstick and head out for a few hours of exploration. Choose between 3-hour and 4-hour tours, some of which include stops for swimming.

This tour from Madrid makes it easy to explore Toledo’s major highlights. Depart in the morning via VIP coach, discover the city wall, and stop at a viewpoint for photos. Next, follow your guide through the city’s old town, visiting the Church of Santo Tomé (home to a famed El Greco painting), the Santa María la Blanca Synagogue, and the cathedral, considered a masterpiece of the Spanish Gothic style.

We depart from dock 4 of Puerto Colón, we will set sail in search of cetaceans, we will navigate in the Teno-Rasca special conservation area and up to a distance of 3 miles from the coast, reaching a depth of one thousand meters. We will go in search of the Calderón tropical, one of the main resident species of Tenerife. From the moment we leave the pier very close to the coast, we can already find dolphins, turtles and seabirds. With luck, we may also see some of the migratory cetaceans that frequent the Canary Islands. We will approach them at a reasonable distance so as not to disturb them and to be able to observe, photograph and record them, the crew will be happy to explain and show you the information on the cetaceans that we have on board.

Explore Peñíscola from Valencia without relying on unfamiliar public transportation with this day trip. Simply turn up at the meeting point, and leave the planning, organization and transportation to your guide. Once you arrive, follow your guide on a walking tour of Peñíscola's highlights, including filming locations in "Game of Thrones". Get insights you might miss if exploring solo, before making your way back to Valencia.

Cover two of Seville’s most important landmarks in just a few hours on this half-day tour of the Royal Alcazar and cathedral. First, stroll through the gardens and lavish palaces of the 14th-century Alcazar, which was featured on “Game of Thrones” as the home of the Martell family. Then, visit the old Moorish mosque that was turned into the Seville Cathedral, and see where Christopher Columbus is buried.

Opt for a personalized experience of Valencia on a private sightseeing tour that reveals both top attractions and hidden gems that you may otherwise have missed. Taking a private tour means you’ll benefit from the local insight and undivided attention of your guide, and receive tailored recommendations to enhance your entire vacation. Plus, you’ll travel between highlights without getting lost and have the freedom to choose from multiple departure times throughout the day.

Visit Segovia, Avila, and Toledo in just one day with this tour from Madrid. Your local guide will take you to Segovia's Plaza Mayor, Alcazar, and Cathedral, while Avila will having you visiting a Roman necropolis. In Toledo, you'll visit the second-largest cathedral in Spain while you learn about the city's unusual blend of Christian, Jewish, and Islamic influences.