44 Most Underrated Cities You Should Visit In Spain

35. Reus, Catalonia: Gaudí’s Understated Birthplace

Often overshadowed by nearby Tarragona and Barcelona, Reus quietly holds its own as a cradle of modernist architecture and Catalan charm. The birthplace of Antoni Gaudí (though he made his name elsewhere), Reus celebrates its famous son with a stunning Gaudí Centre museum. Wander through the town’s grid of elegant boulevards lined with Art Nouveau facades and stop at century-old vermouth bars—Reus is, after all, the vermouth capital of Spain. The town combines architectural finesse, cultural depth, and a lively market culture without the tourist frenzy. For design lovers and history buffs, Reus is Catalonia’s best-kept secret.