5-day itinerary in Spain

  • Day 1: La Sagrada Familia
    20 minutes (2.1 miles) from Placa Catalunya

    The La Sagrada Familia is one of the most iconic landmarks located in Barcelona. This stunning basilica was designed by architect Antoni Gaudi, with its construction still ongoing since 1882. Its unique and innovative design will give you a glimpse of its unparalleled beauty.

  • Day 2: Park Guell
    15 minutes (3.3 miles) from La Sagrada Familia

    Park Guell is another landmark designed by Antoni Gaudi located in Barcelona. The park features many structures including sculptures, mosaics and colonnades; they blend with the natural surroundings to create a unique atmosphere.

  • Day 3: Real Alcazar de Sevilla
    20 minutes (1.2 miles) from Sevilla Cathedral

    The Real Alcazar de Sevilla is a must-visit tourist spot located in Seville, known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. The palace is a combination of different styles of architecture including Gothic, Mudejar, and Renaissance.

  • Day 4: The Prado Museum
    15 minutes (1.5 miles) from the Royal Palace of Madrid

    The Prado Museum is one of the top art museums in the world located in Madrid. It boasts a collection of over 20,000 paintings and works of art, including paintings from legendary artists like Diego Velázquez, El Greco, and Francisco de Goya.

  • Day 5: Park del Buen Retiro
    20 minutes (2.3 miles) from Plaza Mayor

    The Park del Buen Retiro is a beautiful and vast park that serves as a popular spot for both tourists and locals in Madrid. The park offers a variety of attractions including a large lake where visitors can enjoy boat rides, statues, and gardens.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • La Sagrada Familia (2 hours, €26)
  • Park Guell (1.5 hours, €10)
  • Real Alcazar de Sevilla (2 hours, €12)
  • The Prado Museum (3 hours, €15)
  • Park del Buen Retiro (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €63

Transportation

The easiest way to go around these tourist spots is to use a combination of walkable distances and public transportation. In Spain, you can find a well-connected network of trains, metros and buses. The estimated transportation cost will range from €5 to €10 per day, while the travel time between locations is approximately 10-20 minutes.

Useful tips

If you have more than five days to explore Spain you can consider adding Costa Brava, Granada or Toledo to your itinerary. For travelers with lesser days, you can skip the art museums or parks.

Airports

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) is the main airport in Madrid, approximately 9 miles from the city center. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the main airport in Barcelona, approximately 8.5 miles from the city center.

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