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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença
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Bilbao: Basque Food Tour and Wine Tasting with Guide
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Montanejos Natural Paradise Tour from Valencia
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San Sebastian: Basque cuisine cooking class
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Bilbao: 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour
What to do in Northern Spain
Popular places to visit
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
An important site of pilgrimage, this historic cathedral is considered to be one of Spain’s most extraordinary examples of Romanesque architecture.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.
San Mames Stadium
Join local soccer fans and shout your support for a well-known European team that calls this spectacular stadium its home.
Concha Beach
Enjoy one of the best city beaches in Europe. This fantastic spot in San Sebastián has an extensive sandy area and clear waters.
Monasterio de Piedra
Explore ancient monastic ruins in the Piedra River Canyon and you’ll soon see why the Cistercian monks spent six centuries living amid this tranquil Eden.
El Sardinero Beach
Explore the casino, international restaurants and many quaint cafés that adorn the charming promenade that overlooks this picturesque sandy haven.
Obradoiro Square
See some of the city’s most impressive architectural achievements in this handsome public square.
San Lorenzo Beach
Sun, sea and sports abound on Asturia’s favorite sandy beach, located in the heart of Gijón and overlooking the picturesque Bay of Gijón.
Santander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Santander with a trip to Santander Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Areas of Northern Spain
San Sebastián Centro
Wander along the charming streets of this district to see some of the oldest buildings in the city, famous landmarks, exceptional restaurants and green areas.
Bilbao City Centre
Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Plaza Moyua and Gran Casino Bilbao. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.
Old Town San Sebastián
Piece together intriguing Basque stories from the museums and religious treasures and enjoy scenic views of headlands and islands in this historic neighborhood.
Bilbao Old Town
Discover characterful bars, historic architecture, colorful independent stores and much more amid the largely pedestrianized streets of Bilbao’s atmospheric heart.
Zaragoza Centro
You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in Zaragoza Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via or Patio de la Infanta.
Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Santiago de Compostela City Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and with sights like Galicia Plaza and Franco Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santiago de Compostela.
