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The Rough Guide to Spain: Travel Guide with eBook

Rough Guides

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Spain, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.


Inside this Spain travel book, you'll find:



  • Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one

  • Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests

  • Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more

  • Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities

  • Seasonal tips - when to go to Spain, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip

  • Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - flamenco in Seville, sherry tasting in Jerez, Burgos cathedral, Ibiza's hidden coves, Segovia, the Dalí museum, Toledo, Cordoba, paradores

  • Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment

  • Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Spain

  • Language essentials - a handy Spanish dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals

  • Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Spain, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust

  • Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide

  • Coverage includes: Madrid, Castilla-La Mancha, Extremadura, Andalucía, La Rioja, León, the Basque country, Asturias, Galicia, Barcelona, Valencia, Balearic Islands

Book Details

  • Publisher: Rough Guides
  • Publish Date: May 6th, 2025
  • Pages: 896
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - 0018
  • Dimensions: 7.80in - 5.10in - 1.60in - 1.55lb
  • EAN: 9781835291825
  • Categories: Europe - Spain & PortugalSpecial Interest - Hikes & WalksMuseums, Tours, Points of Interest

About the Author

Guides, Rough: - Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.
Stables, Daniel: - Daniel Stables is a travel writer based in Manchester, UK. He writes travel articles for National Geographic and the BBC, and his debut narrative travel book, Fiesta: A Journey Through Festivity is coming out in early 2026. He also hosts a podcast, Hungry Ghosts, about food and travel. You can find his work on X @DanStables, Instagram @DanStabs, or at his website, danielstables.co.uk.
Ray, Agnish: - Agnish Ray is a journalist based in Madrid, covering travel, culture, gastronomy and current affairs. He has written about destinations across Spain, from Madrid, San Sebastian and Oviedo to Seville, Valencia and the Balearic Islands, and has interviewed a range of Spanish artists, filmmakers, sportspeople, dancers, designers, authors and chefs. His work has been featured in publications such as The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Times, Financial Times, Wallpaper*, Conde Nast Traveller, Sleeper, Kinfolk and Vogue, among others.
Davies, Libby: - Libby Davies is a travel editor at Rough Guides. London-based, she still finds the city just as exciting as when she first moved here in 2016. She grew up in Yorkshire and still spends a lot of time walking around the gorgeous peaks, dales and reservoirs of the north. She has updated guidebooks to Spain and London, and whenever she is travelling she likes to seek out books by local authors, especially any weird and wonderful novels that help conjure a sense of place.