Spain is not only a fantastic holiday destination rich in culture, history, beautiful landscapes, and delicious food, but hosts some great dive sites as well. One of Europe’s top vacation spots, Spain’s warm beaches and friendly locals draw in tourists from the north looking to escape the harsh, long winters. Spain is an underrated diving destination with unique, breathtaking underwater sites just waiting to be discovered. With 4964 kilometers (3084 miles) of coastline, Spain offers hundreds of dive spots from cold to warm water sites filled with exciting marine life, wrecks, marine reserves, and historical artifacts. The diversity of marine life encountered up and down the coast is vast, from giant blue sharks and whales to colorful gorgonians, sea turtles, and intricately decorated nudibranchs; diving in Spain offers something for every type of diver.