3. Málaga Málaga is a port city on the Costa del Sol that has totally reinvented itself. It used to be more of a pass-through city, but now it’s one of my favorite places to see in southern Spain.

Image Credit: Shutterstock. If you're looking for sea views from right inside a town, then Nerja is one of the best places to visit in Spain, located on the coastline of the Costa del Sol.

Why it stands out: Spain’s most complete Roman city is full of monumental ruins and minimal crowds. Mérida is often called the best place in Spain to experience Roman history as it is ...