8 Days Itinerary for Exploring The Best of Spain

  • Day 1: Barcelona
    30 minutes (14.3 km) from Barcelona Airport

    Start your first day in the heart of Spain, Barcelona, by exploring the famous La Sagrada Familia, a magnificent masterpiece of Antoni Gaudí. Continue your day by visiting the Park Güell and enjoy the stunning views of the city.

  • Day 2: Valencia
    3 hours 53 minutes (353 km) from Barcelona

    On day two, head to the beautiful city of Valencia. Visit the notable City of Arts and Sciences, an entertainment-based cultural center of Valencia, and learn about ancient culture at the Llotja de la Seda (The Silk Exchange).

  • Day 3: Madrid
    3 hours 40 minutes (357 km) from Valencia

    Head to Madrid and start your day by exploring the Prado Museum, which displays thousands of European Paintings. Then, enjoy a stroll around the Royal Palace of Madrid and Puerta del Sol.

  • Day 4: Seville
    2 hours 32 minutes (533 km) from Madrid

    Seville is a beautiful city in Spain, and it’s famous for its flamenco dancing. Explore the beautiful Alcázar of Seville and Catedral de Sevilla, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world. End your day by watching an authentic flamenco performance.

  • Day 5: Granada
    2 hours 50 minutes (251 km) from Seville

    The beautiful city of Granada is known for its iconic Alhambra Palace, a stunning Moorish architectural marvel. Spend your day exploring the palace's different parts and beautiful gardens.

  • Day 6: Malaga
    1 hour 36 minutes (131 km) from Granada

    Malaga is a charming port city located in the south of Spain. Here, you can visit the Picasso Museum, one of the most extensive collections of Pablo Picasso’s artworks. Then, spend the evening visiting the Malaga Cathedral and nearby beaches.

  • Day 7: Toledo
    5 hours 47 minutes (434 km) from Malaga

    Toledo is a beautiful historic city in the heart of Spain. On this day, visit the beautiful Toledo Cathedral and Alcázar of Toledo and then roam around the charming, historic streets of Toledo.

  • Day 8: Madrid
    1 hour 27 minutes (70.4 km) from Toledo

    The last day of the trip can be spent shopping and exploring Madrid's downtown streets, such as the Gran Vía. The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía are also great options.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • La Sagrada Familia (1-2 hours, €20)
  • Park Güell (1-2 hours, €10)
  • City of Arts and Sciences (1-2 hours, €35)
  • Llotja de la Seda (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Prado Museum (2-3 hours, €15)
  • Royal Palace of Madrid (2-3 hours, €10)
  • Catedral de Sevilla (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Alhambra Palace (2-3 hours, €14)
  • Picasso Museum (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Toledo Cathedral (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Alcázar of Toledo (1-2 hours, €10)
  • Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (2-3 hours, €12)
  • Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía (2-3 hours, €10)
  • Total Estimated Costs (without accommodation and travel): €176

Transportation

Travelers can fly to one of the major airports in Spain, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). High-speed trains such as Renfe, connect most Spanish cities, and it's possible to book in advance, so the prices are not too high.

A total estimated cost for a roundtrip flight from Mumbai to Barcelona costs around INR 40,000 - INR 50,000, and AVE (high-speed) train travel costs around INR 10,000.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other notable Spanish cities like Bilbao, San Sebastián, or Córdoba. If you have less time, consider cutting down one or two cities from the itinerary or reducing the time spent in each city.

Airports

Spain's two main airports are Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Barcelona-El Prat Airport is the primary airport that serves Barcelona, located 14.3 km from the city center. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is the main international airport of Madrid, and it's located around 12.4 km from the city center.

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