Spain is full of photographic opportunities. From its monuments to its white washed villages, there's no shortage of Instagram material. On this post I'm going to show you the most Instagrammable places in Spain from north to south. Some are well-known landmarks in big cities, some are hidden gems I'm sure you haven't heard about. Get ready to grab your phone or camera and take the perfect pic.UPDATE MAY 2022 - COVID-19
You must show either a valid vaccination certificate or negative PCR result upon enterring Spain. Lockdown measures are gone. Face masks are only mandatory in hospitals and public transport.
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: ANDALUSIA
FrigilianaThis little village situated 7 km north of Nerja (a popular vacation spot near Malaga) has quickly become a favorite among tourists in the area. It's the only town in the region of Malaga included in the Pueblos Mas Bonitos de España (most beautiful villages in Spain) list. Frigiliana's charm lies in its beautiful streets where you can find white houses with colorful doors and bougainvillea, closeness to the beach and its location at the foot of a mountain range. The people who live here take good care of the village, walls seem to be recently painted, streets are immaculate, there are beautiful flower pots everywhere and restaurants look like they've been decorated by professionals.
Things to do in Nerja
Vejer is one of the most famous pueblos blancos or white washed villages in Andalusia. It's in the region of Cadiz and it also made the Pueblos Mas Bonitos list. Roam around this charming town to see the most beautiful patios with lots of colorful potted plants and mudejar tiles. On the main square you will find this stunning fountain.
Seville's #1 landmark. This has always been my favorite place in Spain. This beautiful plaza is covered in yellow and blue ceramic details. It's packed during the day so make sure you visit as early in the morning as you can. Apart from avoiding the crowds you will also be able to capture that golden morning glow in your photos.
What to do in Seville
Where to eat in Seville
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: CASTILLA LA MANCHA
BrihuegaIf you think that you have to go all the way to the region of Provence in France to see lavender fields, I've got good news for you: you don't. Just one hour from Madrid you can find a little town called Brihuega in the region of Guadalajara. It is surrounded by the most amazing lavender fields and it organizes a Lavender Festival every July.
Read all about Brihuega here
Campo de Criptana
There's a region in Spain where you can visit the windmills that Don Quixote chased. In Campo de Criptana and Consuegra you can find the best preserved windmills and you can learn their history and how they work.
Chasing windmills: a road trip through La Mancha
In search of Don Quixoje
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: MADRID
Crystal PalaceMadrid has a plethora of Instagram worthy spots but one of the most important is the crystal palace in Retiro park. The glass and iron structure is filled with amazing light in the morning.
The most Instagrammable places in Madrid
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: VALENCIA
The City of Arts and ScienceThis is a futuristic place with modern architectural marvels. The buildings are impressive and offer many leisure options.
48 hours in Valencia
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: CASTILLA Y LEON
La Granja de San IldefonsoIf Instagram had existed in the 18th century, royalty would have been the most followed influencers of the time. Royal palaces are highly instagrammable and this one is no exception. This beautiful 18th century palace is located 10km from Segovia and one hour drive from Madrid which makes it a perfect day trip from the capital of Spain.
Palacio Real de La Granja de San Ildefonso
This magical place near my hometown Leon consists of stone houses and cobblestone streets. Castrillo was one of the most important places during the Spanish War of Independence, as it was the first village of the area where the Spanish troops rebelled against the French army. The village keeps its original architecture since the 16th century. Every single building is made of stone and the road is paved with stones too.
Read more about Castrillo here
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: GALICIA
Beach of the CathedralsPlaya de las Catedrales is a magnificent example of nature's power. The Atlantic tides are responsible for creating these unique arches and caves. The beach is located in Galicia, northwest of Spain. If you'd like to visit, bear in mind that you have to go when the tide is low. Otherwise it's all covered by turquoise water. Due to the amount of visitors, local authorities decided to restrict the number of people who can access it in order to protect it. So you have to get a free ticket online in advance.
Plan your trip to Playa de las Catedrales
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: AUSTURIAS
RibadesellaThis charming coastal town in the north of Spain is famous for its colorful houses along the sea promenade. They were constructed by the so-called Indianos (Spaniards who made a fortune in America) in the beginning of the 20th century. Nowadays most of them are hotels.
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: CANTABRIA
PotesThis is a small town in the heart of the Picos de Europa. A river runs through the town with a lovely small stone bridge crossing it. Stone houses with flower pots make it a wonderful place for photography enthusiasts.
Potes and other charming towns in the Spanish mountains
There's no doubt that Gaudi's monuments are picture perfect. There are few of his buildings outside of Catalonia one of them being El Capricho located in the beautiful town of Comillas. The amount of heritage in this little town is impressive.
3 reasons to visit Cantabria
Santander is consiered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. It has been a popular summer holiday resort for Spaniards since the 19th century when king Alfonso XIII spent many summers at the impressive Palacio de la Magdalena.
One day in Santander
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: BASQUE COUNTRY
HondarribiaA colorful fishing village that is both rich in architecture as well as in gastronomy. The well-preserved Old Town with its beautiful and colorful houses is a must.
A day in Hondarribia
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: CANARY ISLANDS
Lanzarote: Jameos del AguaThis is a place where nature and mankind come together. Architect and artist Cesar Manrique transformed what used to be debris of a volcanic tube into a unique place.
Instagram Worthy Spots in Spain from North to South: MENORCA
Menorca has many Instagram worthy locations. In fact, every single corner of this Spanish island is highly instagrammeable. Beaches and coves, white villages, turquoise water, beautiful sunsets...The most instagrammable places in Menorca
5 days in Menorca
Sol Beach House, a highly instagrammable hotel in Menorca
I love sharing my beautiful country with the world so if you'd like to see more, follow my Instagram accounts: Memories of the Pacific and Madrid4Foodies.
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