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From Gaudí's masterpieces in Barcelona to the grand Alhambra in Granada, from passionate flamenco in Andalusia to world-class art in Madrid — discover the best of Spain through Civitatis, the global leader in tours and activities, headquartered in Madrid.

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Madrid-based global tours and activities platform with multilingual support and free cancellation on most bookings.

Madrid, Spain · Global

Civitatis is the leading Spanish-language online travel agency for tours and activities, founded in Madrid in 2008. With over 97,000 activities across 4,330+ destinations worldwide, they offer everything from skip-the-line tickets to Sagrada Familia and the Alhambra to flamenco shows, tapas tours, and free walking tours. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 72 hours before and multilingual customer support.

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Popular experience types on Civitatis

Sagrada Família & Gaudí
Alhambra & Andalusia
Flamenco & Culture
Food & Tapas Tours
Museum & Art
Canary Islands
Explore by Interest

Popular Experience Categories

Find the perfect Spanish experience for your travel style.

Barcelona Gaudí & Sagrada Família

Madrid Art & Royal Palace

Andalusia & Alhambra

Basque Country & Food

Valencia & Paella

Canary Islands

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Practical Info

Essential Travel Information

Everything you need to know before visiting Spain.

Visa (Schengen)

Schengen Area. EU/EEA: ID only. Many nationalities visa-free 90/180 days. Check requirements.

Transport

AVE high-speed trains connect major cities. Excellent metro systems. Budget flights between cities.

Currency (Euro)

Euro (EUR). Cards accepted everywhere. Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory (5-10%).

Siesta Time

Many shops close 2-5pm for siesta. Dinner starts late (9-11pm). Lunch is the main meal of the day.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) are ideal — comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. Summer (July-August) is peak season but very hot, especially in Andalusia and central Spain. Winter is mild in the south and great for city breaks in Madrid and Barcelona. The Canary Islands offer year-round warm weather.
Yes, absolutely. Sagrada Familia tickets sell out weeks in advance, especially during peak season. Book tickets at least 1-2 months ahead, and consider adding tower access for the best views. Skip-the-line tickets are available through Civitatis and include audio guides. Arrive early — the light through the stained glass in the morning is magical.
Siesta is a midday break (roughly 2-5pm) when many small shops and businesses close, especially outside major tourist areas. Restaurants typically serve lunch 1-3:30pm and dinner 8:30-11pm. Tourist attractions usually stay open all day. It's helpful to plan shopping and small errands around siesta hours.
Free tapas (small plates included with each drink) is a tradition mainly in certain regions like Granada, Salamanca, and parts of Andalusia. In Barcelona, Madrid, and most other places, tapas are ordered and paid for separately. The best free tapa cities are definitely Granada and León — try them out!