Music school trips to Costa Brava

Visit the birthplace of Salvador Dali in fascinating Figueres, which houses the Teatre-Museu Gala Salvador Dali – a large museum designed by the artist himself. Described as the ‘world's largest surrealist object’, the museum is instantly recognisable from its egg-topped roof, and showcases some of the painter's greatest masterpieces. It’s also the artist’s final resting place; Dali is buried in a crypt below the museum’s stage.

Described as the world’s largest Surrealist object, the Dali Theatre-Museum in Figueres is a sight to behold, its striking exterior demanding attention. This theatre is the final resting place of artist Salvador Dalí, who is buried in a crypt below the stage, while the museum showcases all the various aspects of Dali’s art, including some of his greatest masterpieces.

One of the most impressive natural sights across Spain, the Montserrat mountain range is famous for its 9th-century Benedictine monastery, which enshrines the image of the Virgin of Montserrat. Students will be inspired by the dramatic location of this tour, which reflects the spiritual heart of Catalonia.

A beautiful medieval city, Girona was once the capital of Catalunya (Catalonia) before Barcelona took its place. A city with enormous historical and cultural prowess, Girona’s highlights include its Jewish Quarter, the Cathedral and the twice-weekly market with typical Spanish produce.

One of Europe’s most exciting theme parks, Port Aventura captures the culture and atmosphere of regions around the world, with themed areas based on the Mediterranean, Polynesia, China, Mexico and the Wild West. A fun and relaxing excursion one hour outside of Barcelona, we know students recharge during a day spent here, readying them for more sights back in the city.

One of the best water parks in Western Europe, Water World is a sprawling leisure complex of pools which include wave machines, waterslides and chutes – perfect for cooling off in the Spanish summer heat. With several restaurants and pancake houses to re-energise, we know your students will love a day to let loose here.

One of our favourite destinations for inspiring students, Barcelona is a city known for its culture and vibrance, which exudes from each of its excursions. An added bonus? It's all set on the stunning Mediterranean coastline.

The symbol of Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia is a must-visit when staying in this Catalan city. Arguably one of the most spectacular basilicas in the world, Gaudi’s original design is still unfinished to this day. Though breathtaking from the outside, the inside of the church doesn’t disappoint either – we’ve seen students gaze in awe at the colourful stained glass windows and towering columns.

Stroll around the stunning natural area of Parc Güell – a public area full of exquisite mosaic sculptures and buildings – and discover the earlier works of Antoni Gaudi, which are reminiscent of his naturalist phase. An outdoor space where students can enjoy both the architecture, the sun’s rays and a snack, we think the park is a great pitstop between the city’s sights.

Boasting a vast history dating back several thousand years, the 213-metre hill of Montjuic features several attractions, from its Spanish Village and Magic Fountain to the MNAC (Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya) – one of the city's most important museums. Explore the beauty of the local botanical gardens or exhibition rooms – excursions we know have been popular with student groups.

Give your students a feel for Spain’s many contrasting locales in the ‘Spanish Village’ – an outdoor open-air architectural museum. Combining the main characteristics of all the towns and villages in the Iberian Peninsula, the village offers an “ideal model” of a Spanish urban area, complete with streets, squares and facades of different areas across the country.