What are the main departure ports for a cruise to Spain?

Many Cunard cruises to Spain depart from Southampton or Barcelona, usually as part of a Mediterranean or Western Europe voyage. Barcelona can be an ideal option, especially if you’d like to spend a few extra days in this one-of-a-kind city exploring all it has to offer. Browse our <a href="https://www.cunard.com/en-us/find-a-cruise#=&start=0&sort=departDate asc,price_USD_anonymous asc&group.sort=departDate asc,price_USD_anonymous asc&{!tag=destinationTag}destinationIds=&{!tag=embarkTag}embarkPortCode=BCN,SOU&{!tag=departTag}departDate=&{!tag=durationTag}duration=&{!tag=portsTag}portsOfCall=ALC,BCN,BIO,CA1,CGN,GIJ,IBZ,LCG,MAL,PMI,SAT,TGA,VAL,VGO&soldOut=false" title="Find a cruise">itineraries to find the best voyage for you.

Cruises to Spain

Sugar-white, sandy beaches. Warm sunshine beaming down. Long days and mild evenings. A cruise to Spain can only be described as idyllic, offering plenty of photogenic scenery, fascinating history, flavorsome cuisine, and welcoming people.

Spain cruises

If you’re planning to embark on a cruise to Spain, start getting excited about what lies in store, both on land and on board.

Spain cruise highlights

On a Cunard cruise to Spain, find endless opportunities to relax, learn something new, or embrace your sense of adventure. On board, spend time doing as much or as little as you like. In port, you’ll be met by friendly locals and perhaps head to a quaint tapas bar where you could well discover your new favorite Spanish dish. You might like to seek out all the important historic landmarks. Or would you prefer to spend your time simply soaking up the sun on a quiet beach? Spain is certainly a destination that offers something for everyone.

Seville, Spain. Spanish Square (Plaza de Espana)

Special memories in Spain

Years after your Cunard cruise to Spain you’ll find yourself relaying tales and anecdotes to anyone who cares to hear them. Perhaps you’ll remember the perfectly mixed sangria you enjoyed at a beachside bar in Ibiza or getting lost in Vigo’s pretty cobbled streets. Look back fondly at the little tiendas you explored in Seville or talk with great passion about the famous Andalusian horses you saw in Cádiz. Spain is a remarkable place whose enchanting charm keeps visitors returning year after year.

Spain cruises from Barcelona

Spend a day or two taking in Barcelona's breathtaking architecture and rich history before joining your Cunard Queen to explore the very best that Spain has to offer.

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FAQs about Spain

Each of the ports in Spain have plenty of choice when it comes to things to see and do. Barcelona is home to striking architecture, including the well-known Sagrada Familia, the mosaic-clad Park Güell, and for football fans, Camp Nou. Seville boasts the remarkable, 16^th-century Catedral de Sevilla, and it is your gateway to Cádiz, where Andalusian horses await. Discover Picasso’s renowned art at his namesake museum in Málaga, where the artist grew up, and in Palma de Mallorca, wander the grounds of Bellver Castle, a 14^th-century royal residence turned prison.

The Alhambra Palace is an extraordinary example of Moorish architecture in Granada, and in La Coruña, visit Santiago de Compostela, the site at the end of the Camino de Santiago that continues to draw Christian pilgrims.

The Cunard Queens visit all of these ports. Browse our itineraries to find a route that suits you.

A cruise is an ideal way to see Spain if you’d like to explore destinations along its idyllic coastline. A voyage with Cunard allows you to see a wealth of iconic architecture and countless beaches, and you can truly immerse yourself in the atmosphere and culture of Spain. Choosing a Cunard cruise to Spain also means enjoying everything that a Cunard Queen has to offer, from spacious decks and plenty of places to unwind to a wide range of on board activities.

The weather in Spain is usually mild year-round, which makes packing that little bit easier. In the north, in Vigo, the winter months of December to February average around 48°F, whereas in July and August, you can expect temperatures around 68°F. In the south, in places like Málaga, the colder months sit at around 55°F, and July and August are more like 77°F. This weather means that layers are a good idea when it comes to packing, giving you plenty of options. Perhaps bring a few tops and shirts, some thin sweaters/cardigans, and a waterproof jacket in case of rain. Don’t forget your favorite evening wear too if you plan on embracing Gala Evening on board. Our packing guide can assist you further with what to pack for your voyage.

The price of food and drink in Spain can vary. Barcelona, the capital of the Catalonia region, is one of the more expensive cities. However, even here the cost of a meal is lower than in many other European cities. The key to keeping things affordable, usually anywhere abroad, is to do as the locals do. Try some authentic, tasty tapas at cafés tucked away on side streets. Choose a frosty glass of Spanish cerveza, or local wine, instead of an imported beverage. When you’re looking for something sweet, churros from a street vendor served with chocolate or dulce de leche will prove extremely moreish. Don’t forget that dining is included on your Cunard voyage, so you can always wait to indulge when you’re back on board.

The accepted currency in Spain is the Euro.