According to the statement issued by the ministry, 46.6 million international visitors entered Spain between January and June 2026, marking a 4.6% rise compared with the first half of 2025. It was also highlighted that total tourist spending in the country during this period reached €63.8 billion, representing a 7% increase compared with the previous year.
The United Kingdom Provided the Highest Number of Visitors
The countries sending the most tourists to Spain were the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. According to ministry data, Spain welcomed 9.9 million visitors from the United Kingdom, 5.7 million from Germany, and 5.6 million from France during the first half of the year.
More Than 9 Million Tourists Visited in June Alone
Spain was visited by 9.7 million tourists in June alone. The ministry stated that total spending by these tourists exceeded €13 billion. It also noted that the number of visitors in June 2026 increased by 2.9% compared with the same month of the previous year, while total tourism expenditure rose by 4%.
Balearic Islands Became the Most Popular Destination
The Balearic Islands, located in eastern Spain, became the region receiving the highest number of tourists in June, accounting for a 23.3% share. They were followed by Catalonia with 20.8% and Andalusia with 15.7%.
Compared with June 2025, tourist numbers increased by 0.6% in the Balearic Islands, 1.4% in Catalonia, and 7.4% in Andalusia.
