What to do in Northern Spain

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Northern Spain Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Northern Spain has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Northern Spain, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Northern Spain with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Northern Spain

Northern Spain is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northern Spain, and make it a breeze to explore Northern Spain and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Spain to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Northern Spain, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northern Spain.

Northern Spain attractions

Northern Spain has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northern Spain to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Spain.

Looking for things to do in Northern Spain can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northern Spain or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Spain attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Maria Cristina Bridge featuring a bridge, a city and a river or creek

San Sebastián Centro

4.5/5(92 area reviews)

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.

San Sebastián Centro
San Mames Stadium featuring modern architecture and a river or creek

Bilbao City Centre

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

Bilbao City Centre is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Palacio de la Diputación Foral de Vizcaya. See more of Bilbao by jumping on the metro at Moyua Station or Abando Station.

Bilbao City Centre
Old Town showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

Old Town San Sebastian

5/5(24 area reviews)

Piece together intriguing Basque stories from the museums and religious treasures and enjoy scenic views of headlands and islands in this historic neighborhood.

Old Town San Sebastian
Patio de la Infanta

Zaragoza Centro

5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in Zaragoza Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Patio de la Infanta or Gran Via.

Zaragoza Centro
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Santiago de Compostela City Centre

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Ribera Market featuring food, interior views and a bar

Bilbao Old Town

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Discover characterful bars, historic architecture, colorful independent stores and much more amid the largely pedestrianized streets of Bilbao’s atmospheric heart.

Bilbao Old Town

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