Top 10 Football Friendly Spanish Holiday Destinations

Spain is renowned for its sun, beaches, gastronomy, culture, and history, but it’s also a paradise for football lovers. Here are 10 Spanish holiday destinations where you can combine a relaxing getaway with the excitement of the beautiful game, courtesy of LaLiga.

1. The Canary Islands: As the most southern team of Europe’s top five leagues, Las Palmas offers a unique footballing experience. Tenerife is also a great option with its second-tier club.
2. Madrid: With four top-flight teams including Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, the capital city is a football fan’s dream. Don’t miss LEGENDS, a museum housing a vast collection of historical football artifacts.
3. Barcelona and the Costa Brava: Barcelona and Espanyol offer a football experience in one of the world’s best cities. Girona, near the popular Costa Brava coastline, is also worth a visit for LaLiga matches.
4. Cadiz: Enjoy a unique seaside holiday in Cadiz, where the Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla is just 200 meters from the Victoria Beach, allowing you to combine beach relaxation with football excitement.
5. Donostia-San Sebastian: Known for its stunning beaches, gastronomy, and the San Sebastian International Film Festival, this Basque city also hosts Real Sociedad, providing a fantastic LaLiga experience.
6. Elche: Explore the impressive Palmeral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and catch a game at Elche CF’s Estadio Martinez Valero, a remarkable 31,000-seater stadium.
7. Granada: Discover the Alhambra palace and fortress, and then head to the Nuevo Estadio de Los Carmenes to support Granada FC, recently promoted to LaLiga.
8. Valencia: Experience the charm of Valencia’s old town and visit Mestalla, the oldest stadium in Spain’s top flight. Don’t forget Levante’s Estadi Ciutat de Valencia, located next to a modern shopping mall.
9. Palma de Mallorca: Combine the crystal-clear waters of Mallorca with a visit to Real Mallorca’s Estadi Mallorca Son Moix, which offers cafes, bars, and leisure spots even on non-matchdays.
10. Almeria: Enjoy the province’s stunning beaches and resorts, and catch a game at Almeria’s Power Horse Stadium, known for its electric atmosphere.

These 10 destinations allow you to indulge in Spain’s natural beauty, cultural wonders, and exquisite football experiences, creating unforgettable memories for football enthusiasts and holidaymakers alike.