Spain’s inbound tourism industry could reach a new all-time high this year – according to The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) – with an estimated contribution of €260.5 billion to GDP, equivalent to almost 16% of the national economy.
It would follow the country’s best result since 2019, in 2024, when tourism contributed nearly €249bn to GDP.
International tourist visitor spending grew by nearly 11%, year-on-year, last year in Spain.
WTTC projects that by the end of 2025 the sector will account for 3.2 million jobs in Spain, equivalent to 14.4% of total employment.
By 2025, spending by international tourists is expected to reach €113.2bn, with a year-on-year growth of 5.7%, while domestic spending could reach €84.9bn, 2.4% more than the previous year. Julia Simpson, President and CEO of WTTC, said:“Spain remains a true global tourism powerhouse. The data reflects a dynamic, resilient and constantly evolving sector, which not only drives economic growth, but also creates quality jobs and promotes regional development.
“The forecasts for 2025 are very positive, and with a firm commitment to sustainability and innovation, Spain is well positioned to lead the future of global tourism, even in a challenging international environment.”
