Spain
Things to Do in Spain
The experiences worth building a trip around in Spain, handpicked by our LGBTQ+ travel specialists.
All Things to Do in Spain
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Sitges: Carnival on the Catalan Coast
Watch Carnival's night parades sweep along the Sitges seafront in feathers and sequins, until the Burial of the Sardine closes the week.
Granada: In the Footsteps of Federico García Lorca
Follow Federico García Lorca from his birthplace on the Vega to his summer home in Granada and the quiet hills of Alfacar.
Barcelona: A Private Walk Through Queer History
Walk from the Raval streets Jean Genet knew to the Rambla of Spain's first major Pride march, ending in the bars of the Gaixample.
The Mezquita of Córdoba After Dark: El Alma de Córdoba
See Córdoba's mosque-cathedral lit in sequence at night, its forest of columns and golden Mihrab revealed in rare quiet.
The Real Alcázar of Seville on a Private Early Tour
Walk Europe's oldest working royal palace before the gates open, reading its Mudéjar courtyards and gardens with your own guide.
Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter at First Light, Privately Guided
Walk the Barri Gòtic's Roman walls, hidden squares and old Jewish quarter at dawn, before the crowds and the heat arrive.
Gaudí’s Palau Güell in Barcelona, on a Private Visit
Explore the early Gaudí masterpiece built exactly as he designed it, from its carriage entrance to a rooftop forest of mosaic chimneys.
The Sagrada Família at First Light, with a Private Guide
Enter Gaudí's basilica with the first visitors of the day, as early sun pours through the stained glass into an almost empty nave.
The Guggenheim Bilbao on a Private Guided Visit
Explore Frank Gehry's titanium landmark and its collection, from Serra's steel spirals to Rothko and Bourgeois, with your own guide.
The Prado Before Opening, with a Private Art Historian
Slip into Madrid's great museum through a side door before the public, and stand alone before Las Meninas and Bosch's Garden.
The Alhambra in Granada, Privately Guided from Opening Time
See the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba and Generalife with your own guide and skip-the-line entry, reading the poetry carved into the walls.
The Reina Sofía and Guernica, After Hours in Madrid
Stand close to Picasso's Guernica with your own guide, then trace Spain's twentieth century from Miró and Dalí to Jean Nouvel's new wing.
Tours through Spain
Grand Tour of Spain: Madrid, Seville, Valencia and Barcelona
Tailor-made HolidayA single grand tour through four of Spain's defining cities, each with its own distinct claim on the country's identity. Discover Spain on this eight-day journey through Madrid, Seville, Valencia, and Barcelona. The itinerary brings culture, hands-on experiences and comfortable stays, offering a well-rounded introduction to some of the country's most interesting cities, each with its own distinct place in Spain's LGBTQ+ history.
8 days tailor-made from £4,000 per person View trip
Culinary Tour Of Spain: Barcelona to Seville
Tailor-made HolidayA thirteen-day journey through Spain's regional cuisines, from the Catalan coast to Andalusian tradition, taking in some of the country's most established LGBTQ+ neighbourhoods along the way. Indulge in the legendary flavours of Spanish cuisine on an unforgettable tour through Barcelona and Madrid, sampling regional dishes in cities that carry their own distinct place in Spain's LGBTQ+ history alongside their food.
13 days tailor-made from £4,195 per person View trip
Barcelona & Sitges in 7 Days: A Luxury Gay-Friendly Spain Journey
Tailor-made HolidayImmerse yourself in the vibrant LGBTQ+ culture of Spain with a journey through two of the continent's most welcoming destinations: Barcelona and Sitges. Start in Barcelona, a city brimming with both historic character and modern energy. Discover Antoni Gaudí’s iconic architecture, including Park Güell, and explore the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter, where medieval buildings sit alongside stylish boutiques and busy cafés.
7 days tailor-made from £3,395 per person View tripTell us how you like to travel. We will shape the trip around it.
Frequently asked questions
Travelling with Out Of Office
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
Our Experts
If you've never been to Spain, add it to your travel bucket list. My favourite Spanish destination for luxury travel is Barcelona.
I've lived in Spain and there is nowhere quite like it - a place where cuisine, culture and stunning scenery truly converge into one unforgettable destination.
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For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
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