The best last-minute travel ideas in Spain
If the gray skies are jeopardizing your tan, or if you think you’re running out of time to book your summer vacation, don’t worry! Last-minute vacations in Spain are the answer!
Despite the diversity of offers, most visitors book their trip to Spain at the last minute, where sun, sea, sand and cultural visits are on the agenda. Last-minute offers are plentiful, and we’re going to discover them together in this article!
Last-minute city breaks in Spain
When it comes to cities, Spain offers an impressive list of destinations for a city break of just a few days. Take a last-minute trip to Madrid, where you can spend hours studying the Prado museum’s collection of paintings, or Barcelona, where you can visit the majestic Sagrada Familia.
Discover Madrid on a multi-day city break
Take advantage of a few days’ vacation to discover Madrid’s rich cultural and gastronomic heritage. Ideal for couples, families or friends. Madrid won’t leave you indifferent.
What to do in Madrid in 1 day
To visit Madrid in 1 day, we recommend the following schedule:
- Visit Madrid’s Royal Palace as soon as it opens.
- Following this, a tour of the city of Madrid to the Prado (Madrid de los Austrias and the literary quarter).
- Visit to the Prado Museum.
- Lunch break with tapas.
- Visit Retiro Park and the
- Reina Sofia Museum.
- End your day in the famous Malasana and Chueca districts.
Last minute Madrid; cheap flights and hotels for a successful last-minute stay
Discover Marbella and the Costa del Sol
Marbella is a bit of a surprise on the Costa del Sol. It stands out for its old quarter and the fact that it doesn’t feel like a party town, although there is a good nightlife scene for anyone interested.
The town is easy to get around and you can explore the old town on foot, stopping to sample the region’s famous tapas, then the seafront promenade, with its ice cream parlors and postcard stands.
Casa Luna Verde is Marbella’s top-rated accommodation, just a 10-minute drive from the city center, and boasts an irresistible outdoor pool.
Things not to miss in Barcelona!
Barcelona, with its Gaudí creations, tapas bars and seductive urban beach, is another top choice for last-minute mini-stays in Spain. Naturally, these star cities tend to be more expensive.
What to do in Barcelona in 1 day
Barcelona is a pleasant city to visit, and its monuments are unique and well worth spending a few hours visiting with a guide.
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Of course, vacations in Spain aren’t limited to beaches, islands and cities – you can also venture inland for a last-minute cheap Spain vacation.
Hike the jagged peaks of the Pyrenees, run from the bulls in Pamplona, throw blood-red tomatoes at strangers in Buñol or hike the Camino de Santiago – wherever you go, you’re likely to come across a party! Even the most modest hamlets host parties fit for a king.
Attend a local festival during your last-minute trip to Mallorca!
Budget hotels regularly offer last-minute deals for the seaside island of Mallorca. You’ll land in the capital, Palma, where local fiestas seem to take over the town squares every night of the week, with a chorus of women banging castanets on the side. Once you’ve explored the marina and the medieval old town, rent a car and set off into the Mallorcan countryside. The hairpin bends can be a little nerve-wracking, but it’s well worth it to reach :
- White sandy beaches.
- Olive groves.
- Almond orchards.
- Vineyards.
A dip in the pool in the courtyard of the Hotel Can Mostatxins, whose stone walls give the impression of being built into a mountain, and you won’t want to go home!
Let the island of Menorca dazzle you on a last-minute trip!
Another of the most famous islands in the Balearic archipelago, Menorca is smaller and quieter! It’s also very Spanish, with relatively few tourists and an authentic cuisine (rich in local olive oil) that doesn’t bow to the demands of a foreign crowd. With its leisurely pace, this Balearic beauty is well suited to families as well as those looking for an active vacation. On the program:
- Sea kayaking.
- Stand-up paddling.
- Hiking.
- Cycling.
- Horseback riding are popular activities on the island.
Stay at Hotel Ca s’Araderp for serenity, a sunny terrace and sea views!
Make the most of your last-minute trip to Ibiza!
This small Balearic island is perfect for last-minute party vacations! From July to September, Ibiza’s super clubs call on top DJs to liven up the season. If you need an antidote to the island’s hedonistic side, there are private beaches, secluded villas and small towns, such as Ibiza Town, with its medieval architecture, that stand in stark contrast to the main strip of nightclubs.
Last minute travel in Spain, destination the Balearic Islands
Go on a cycling adventure on the volcanic island of Lanzarote!
Visit Lanzarote for hiking, exploring caves, surfing and other adventure activities. The lunar landscape features a mix of volcanic rock, ochre earth and palm trees, bordered by white sand beaches.
Order tapas, squid rings and paella with fat, juicy shrimp, washed down with the super-sweet local digestif, honey rum. The beachfront Lani’s Suites de Luxe offers the best views, with an infinity pool and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean.
