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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Spain with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years
The land of tapas is a splendid destination for that perfect holiday. Spain is known for its wonderful sunny beaches, lively events and historical sites. To make the most of its colorful festivals and ideal time, make sure to read the complete article for a vibrant trip to Spain.
Every traveler should aim to visit Spain at least once in their lifetime. However, the real beauty of this country lies in knowing when to visit it. The best time to visit Spain is hard to fix as the country has varying climatic conditions.
That being said, Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) are the best time to visit Spain. The weather is pleasant during these times and has lesser crowds as well. You can get accommodation and other things at a decent price and are considered off-season too.
While visiting a monument, you'll find the wait-time very less than that during peak seasons.
If you visit during the springtime, you will find the temperature warm enough to visit a beach as well. If you time it well, there are many festivals that you can attend!
A summer in Spain is a delightful experience. From June to August, Spain sees the peak summer season with temperatures varying between 18°C and 30°C. While this is also a slightly humid period, this is the best time to attend a lot of Spanish festivals. San Pedro's Feast, Battle of Wine in La Rioja, and more. We all know about the famous tomato festival; the Tomatina festival in Bunol takes place during this period and is an experience of a lifetime! However, it’s too hot for sightseeing and visiting monuments so you need to keep that in mind.
If you can't stand the summer in Spain, consider visiting in September to be a part of the largest Flamenco Festival, also known as Bienal de Flamenco. You can witness a lot of parades, concerts, and refreshing cultural activities like mushroom foraging and many more.
Winter also has its fair shares of festivals, usually carnivals, the musical Jazz Festival, and the Sevilla European Film Festival for all the cinephiles out there!
The soul of Spain lies in its grandeur, sunny Mediterranean beaches, and its enchanting natural beauty. This vibrant country is full of many attractions that simply can't be scaled in one trip. Some of the top things to do in Spain are briefly discussed below:
This Moorish palace is one of the key architectures from Spain's Islamic period. The vast complex consists of several towers, gardens, mosques and is full of intricate carvings and arches that are a sight to behold.Â
One of the world's richest collections, The Prado is one of the world's best museums is a part of the famous Boulevard of the Arts along with many other museums situated nearby. The museum boasts of many Spanish and non-Spanish artifacts. From Goya to Raphael, this place consists of over 20,000 works by different world-renown artists.Â
These two combined are also a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Alcazar was started in 712 AD and continued until the 1300s and is today one of the most breathtaking and busiest places in the world.
Designed by the American architect Frank Gehry, this building's beauty can't be captured in pictures. The museum made Bilbao an important tourist center and offers traveling exhibitions and rotating displays of contemporary artwork.Â
This place is for those who love the hustle-bustle of an ancient city. The boulevard is lined with trees with flower and bird markets on its sides, boasting several cafes and open-air restaurants with a complete view of street performers, museums, living statues, and impromptu artists.
Spain sees its beaches overflowing with tourists during its summer. Almost everyone is here to cool off a bit. If you don't like crowds, then you can visit during May and June which are somewhat quieter. Other options include visiting the Spanish beaches after August and before October. This period sees cooler temperatures but warm enough to take a dip into those pristine waters!
The famous Gran Canary Islands are warm throughout the year and you can visit them whenever you wish to. This place is ideal for any beach vacation and offers a lot of activities!
However, if you want to visit for the ideal conditions then any time between March and May or between September and November is the best time. Please remember, you may have some trouble finding affordable accommodation due to peak season.
Spain sees its high season from June to August, meaning it’s the most expensive time to visit the country. However, the time after these months become unbearably hot with temperatures often touching 40°C.
If looking for an affordable time to visit Spain, you can consider visiting Spanish inlands instead. They will be during the low seasons with fewer tourists and cheaper amenities. However, it will be hot and humid if you visit the coastal areas. Don't forget to bring along your international travel insurance, so that there is no added expense in case of an emergency.
While March to May is the shoulder season with lesser crowds, if you decide to attend local festivals then the prices may be pretty high. It is a good time to travel to Spain but the weather is unpredictable along with expensive festivals.
Spain is extremely hot during summer and during peak humid months, you may find many locations and shops closed during lunch hours. July and August are humid and expensive in coastal regions, while the interiors are less crowded but very hot and full of dust during this time.
Avoid going to a beach between July and August, as there will be crowds teeming and exorbitant prices everywhere. Winters can also be very cold for tourists with a lot of rain in coastal areas and cause a damper on your plans
Overall, Spain is a year-round destination given that you plan the region and activities you want to focus on. To make it more affordable, don’t forget to buy travel insurance before heading here. This way, you can have all the fun you want without any worries at the back of your mind!
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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Spain with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years