Spain probably has more to offer for school trips and educational visits than any other European destination.
Our most popular destinations for school trips to Spain are Barcelona (immediately below), the Costa Brava and Maresme, Seville, Granada, Cantabria and Madrid.
Here you will find just a few suggestions for your school trip, but remember, if you can’t find what you are looking for, please let us know and we will arrange a quote to suit your requirements.
Catalonia – North Eastern Spain
Barcelona
No visit to Barcelona would be complete without a visit to at least a few of the following:
Gaudi architecture in Barcelona*
- Las Ramblas
- La Sagrada Familia
- Parc Guell
- La Pedrera (Gaudi’s Casa Milà)
- Picasso Museum
- Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona (MACBA)
- Nou Camp Experience – museum & guided tour
- Spanish Civil War guided walking tour
- Air Raid Shelter 307
- Montjuic Castle
- La Boqueria
- Olympic Port
- Port Vell and Maremagnum
- PortAventura – theme park with rides, attractions and shows
- The Dali Museum (Figueres)
- Montserrat and the Funicular Railway
Costa Brava and Maresme
One of the best known parts of Spain’s coastline the Costa Brava makes an ideal base for day trips to Barcelona, Figueres and Girona.
There are plenty of activities to keep your students occupied:
- Barcelona
PortAventura*
- Girona
- Dali Musuem
- Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park
- Water World Theme Park
- Boat trip along the coast
- PortAventura Theme Park
- Flamenco dancing lessons
- Cookery demonstrations
- Mountain biking
- Tree climbing
- Spanish language lessons can be arranged at Calella
We all had a really good trip. The hotel was perfect and the staff were very friendly and helpful. (Highbury Fields School, London)
Costa Brava Sports Tours
We offer a variety of sports tours to Spain, including:
- Football
- Field hockey
- Basketball
- Rugby
- Water sports
Most sports tours can be arranged year round, except for the months of July and August.
Tours can include tournaments, friendly matches with local Spanish teams and training sessions, depending on your requirements.
Water sports on offer include kayaking, paddle surf, boat trips, sailing, wind surfing and swimming.
Tours are arranged on the Costa de Barcelona: Malgrat de Mar, Pineda de Mar, Calella, Sta. Susanna and the Costa Brava: Lloret de Mar, Blanes, Tossa de Mar. Groups are accommodated in 3/4* hotels on full board basis. Hotels have the minimum of a swimming pool facility and offer buffet meal options.
Discover why Spain is one of the best Mediterranean destinations to practise a variety of sports and experience the vibrant culture of Catalonia and the city of Barcelona.
For more information please contact Europe for Schools.
Andalusia – Southern Spain
Seville
Seville located in the south of Spain is the capital of Andalucía. Famous for its tapas bars, flamenco dancing, bull fighting and medieval streets we think Seville will offers students a truly Spanish experience.
Suggested visits for Seville:
Flamenco*
- Seville Cathedral and Giralda
- The Moorish Alcazar
- Flamenco Museum
- Flamenco dancing lessons
- Flamenco show
- Seville Bullring
- Barrio de Santa Cruz and the Macarena
- Tapas tasting
- Palos de la Frontera – departure point for the ships of Christopher Columbus
- Cadiz – ancient city and famous beaches
Seville is an excellent starting point for visiting some of the other cities of the region. Suggested excursions from Seville include Cordoba, Cadiz, Jerez de la Fronterra and Huelva.
Cordoba
- The Mezquita Mosque
- Alcazar of Cordoba – Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos
- Calahorra Tower and the Museum of Al-Andalus
- Juderia (Jewish Quarter)
Granada
Granada is another great destination for school trips to Spain and is a city that has something to offer students all year round.
- The Alhambra and Generalife
- La Capilla Real
- Albayzin and Sacromonte
- Monastery de la Cartuja
- The Cathedral
- Flamenco evening
- Science Park
Madrid – Capital of Spain
Madrid, Spain’s capital city offers art, culture, food and fun and is perfect for a school trip to Spain.
Suggested visits for your trip to Madrid:
- Prado Museum
- Reina Sofia Museum
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Santiago Bernabeu Stadium Tour
- Las Ventas Bullring
- Warner Bros Movie World
- Parque de Atracciones
- Faunia Wildlife Park
- Madrid Zoo and Aquarium
- Peurto del Sol – most famous square in Madrid
- San Miguel Market – tapas tasting
- City Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- Toledo – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Valencia – South East Spain
Spains third largest city, Valencia situated on the south east coast of Spain. This magnificent city combines the historic Barrio del Carmen with the futuristic buildings of Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias to create a beautiful and welcoming thriving cultural experience.
Suggested visits for Valencia:
- Barrio del Carmen and the Old Town
- The Central Market
- City of Arts and Sciences
- Science Museum
- Hemisferic 3D Cinema
- Oceanografic – largest aquarium in Europe
- Mestalla Forever Stadium Tour
- Bioparc Valencia
- Plaza de Toros – Valencia Bullring
- El Palma and the Albufera National Park
- Paella lunch
- Jardins del Turia – Turia Riverbed garden
- Beaches
Cantabria – Northern Spain
Cantabria in the north of Spain offers a true Spanish experience for students. For foreign language students we can arrange language classes at Santander.
Suggested visits:
Bilbao Guggenheim Museum*
- Santillana del Mar
- Santander
- Altamira Caves
- Fuente De – cable car
- Bilbao
- Guggenheim Museum
We can arrange a complete package for your trip including the itinerary, accommodation, transport, tours and visits. Please get in touch with us today.
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