Experience Spain

This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Spain travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip.

Discover amazing local experiences from taking a cooking class in Barcelona and gathering ingredients at the market, to enjoying a hot-air balloon ride over the vineyard-clad hills of La Rioja, and hiking the famous Ruta del Cares in the Picos de Europa.

Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience Spain travel guide:

• Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure
• Easy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interests
• Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Spain
• Connect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from getting to know Barcelona's Barri Gòtic 2000-year-old story to snapping the perfect Insta shot of Brihuega's endless lavender fields
• Practical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to pack
• QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secrets
• Covers: Madrid, Northwest Spain, Barcelona, Northeast Spain, Mid-Spain, Andalucia

Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Spain.