If you are planning your trip to Spain, in the interactive map on this page you can find all the places of interest, places we recommend you visit and other useful points for your trip. You can then view cities of art, attractions, beaches, coastal villages and other tourist spots, as well as places of interest such as airports, covered on our site: simply click on the placeholders on the map, or in the list just below, to go to the in-depth tabs on the individual point of interest.
Planning a holiday on your own in Spain can be a difficult task if you do not have a clear idea of what you want to see. It can help to have a map in your hand showing the main tourist attractions in the country, region by region.
The interactive map of Spain that you will find on this page is exactly that: a very useful tool for locating airports, cities of art, beaches and islands, and attractions to visit at a glance.
Take it with you on your travels and have it at hand whenever you need it: just save the link on this page to your smartphone!
Where is Spain located
Spain is located in south-western Europe and is the larger of the two countries that make up the Iberian Peninsula. Although it is a very large nation, it borders only two countries, Portugal to the west and France to the north-east, to which must be added Gibraltar, a city that from a political-administrative point of view is British territory.
The Autonomous Communities of Spain
Spain is divided into 17 autonomous communities and 2 autonomous cities (Ceuta and Melilla), a system established by the 1978 Constitution that guarantees a significant level of self-government.
Andalusia
Spain’s largest autonomous community, with its capital in Seville, occupies the entire southern part of the peninsula. Eight provinces make up Andalusia: Almería, Cadiz, Córdoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaén, Málaga and Seville. The historical and cultural heritage is immense, the result of centuries of coexistence between Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures. The economy is based on tourism, with the Costa del Sol as the main attraction, intensive agriculture (world leader in olive oil production) and the service sector. The region is the cradle of flamenco and Spain’s most iconic traditions.
Aragon
With its capital Zaragoza, this inland community stretches from the Pyrenees to the Iberian chain. Aragon comprises the provinces of Huesca, Teruel and Zaragoza. The region boasts a rich Mudejar heritage, recognised by UNESCO, and an important automobile industry. Agriculture in the Ebro valley and mountain tourism in the Pyrenees are pillars of the regional economy.
Asturias
A uniprovincial principality with the capital Oviedo, it is characterised by a green, mountainous landscape overlooking the Cantabrian Sea. A former mining region, it has diversified its economy towards sustainable tourism and the agri-food industry. The local gastronomy, with cheeses as protagonists, and the pre-Romanesque heritage are distinctive features of Asturias.
Balearic Islands
A Mediterranean archipelago with the capital Palma de Mallorca, it comprises the islands of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. The Balearic economy is dominated by mass and luxury tourism. Each island maintains its own cultural identity, with Catalan as the co-official language. Natural heritage and hidden coves are among the main attractions.
Canary Islands
An Atlantic archipelago consisting of seven main islands, with the capital shared between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The Canary Islands enjoy a subtropical climate that favours year-round tourism. Agriculture (bananas) and trade are other important sectors. The Teide National Park in Tenerife is the most visited in Spain.
Cantabria
A uniprovincial region with the capital Santander, Cantabria is characterised by its rugged coastline and the mountains of the Cordillera Cantabrica. The economy combines industry, tourism and an important financial sector thanks to the presence of the Banco Santander. The Altamira caves with their Palaeolithic paintings are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Castile-La Mancha
Central highland region with the capital Toledo, it is the land of Don Quixote. The five provinces of Castile-La Mancha (Toledo, Ciudad Real, Cuenca, Guadalajara and Albacete) preserve a rich medieval heritage. Extensive agriculture, wind energy and cultural tourism are the main economic activities.
Castile and Leon
The region of Castile and Leon is the largest autonomous community in the EU, with capital Valladolid, comprising nine provinces. The historical heritage is immense, with eight UNESCO sites and the most important Gothic cathedrals in Spain. Cereal farming and livestock breeding go hand in hand with a growing cultural tourism sector.
Catalonia
An economic powerhouse with its capital Barcelona, Catalonia comprises four provinces. Diversified industry, tourism, research and innovation make it one of Spain’s economic engines. Catalan culture, with its language and traditions, and modernist architecture are distinctive features.
Valencian Community
Stretching along the Mediterranean coast with Valencia as capital, it includes the provinces of Castellón, Valencia and Alicante. Coastal tourism, intensive agriculture (citrus fruits) and the tile industry characterise the economy of the Valencian Community. Paella, Fallas and the City of Arts and Sciences are regional symbols.
Extremadura
Extremadura is a border region with Portugal, capital Mérida, comprises the provinces of Cáceres and Badajoz. Roman heritage, Iberian pig breeding and paprika production are characteristic features. The dehesas, wooded pastures, constitute a unique ecosystem.
Galicia
Atlantic region with the capital Santiago de Compostela, the final destination of the Camino de Santiago. The four provinces of Galicia retain a strong Celtic identity and the Galician language. Fishing, the automobile industry and religious-cultural tourism are the main economic sectors.
La Rioja
The smallest peninsular autonomous community, uniprovincial with capital Logroño. La Rioja is world-famous for its AOC wines. Viticulture and wine tourism are central to the economy, along with the canning industry and the Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago that passes through it.
Madrid
A uniprovincial community that is home to the national capital. Political, economic and cultural centre of the country, with an economy based on services, finance and cultural tourism. The Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums form the ‘Art Triangle’.
Murcia
Mediterranean uniprovincial region with capital Murcia. Intensive agriculture (fruit and vegetables), coastal tourism and the food industry are the economic mainstays. The Mar Menor, the largest saltwater lagoon in Europe, is one of the main attractions.
Navarre
A historical community with its capital in Pamplona, Navarre retains a special foral regime. The automobile industry,renewable energy and agribusiness are key sectors. The San Fermin festival with the bull run is known throughout the world.
Basque Country
An industrialised region with capital Vitoria-Gasteiz, it comprises the provinces of Álava, Biscay and Guipúzcoa. The Basque Country enjoys a special tax regime.Heavy industry has converted to high-tech sectors. Basque culture and gastronomy are distinctive features.
Ceuta and Melilla
Autonomous cities on the African coast, Ceuta and Melilla have a special status. They are important trading ports and outposts of the EU in Africa. The coexistence of Christian, Muslim and Jewish cultures characterises both cities.
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