Start your day in Madrid by visiting the most famous art museum in the country – the Prado Museum. In this massive museum, you will find an extensive collection of Spanish, Italian and Flemish art works, including Goya’s famous painting, The Third of May 1808. After the art museum, wander around the massive Retiro Park, an oasis in the heart of Madrid. Relax, sunbathe etc.
Dedicate your second day to the iconic city of Barcelona starting with the most famous unfinished church in the world - the Sagrada Familia Basilica. The fine details of every inch of the façade to the interior ceiling height will keep the architectural wonder in your memory forever. Follow this visit up by exploring the picturesque streets of the Gothic Quarter and enjoy some tapas at the local Mercado de la Boqueria.
End your trip to Spain with the mesmerizing beauty of Alhambra Palace. This palace is not just the most visited attraction in Spain, but also one of the most fascinating sites in the world. Seeing the intricate details of the architecture, gardens and fountains will leave you in awe. After this visit, head over to one of the city’s oldest Aragón restaurant establishments, Café-Bar Aliatar, and enjoy fantastic views over tea or coffee.
If you are planning to see all three places, the most convenient way is to fly or take a high-speed train. The cost, time, and accessibility vary from different departure points or arrival destinations, but it is recommended to book tickets in advance to avoid price hikes.
If you have more time, consider visiting the Seville Cathedral and the Royal Alcázar of Seville, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Alternatively, if you only have two days, we suggest combining Madrid and Granada and skipping Barcelona. However, this triplet itinerary will give you a great flavor of Spain's most popular destinations.
The main airports are:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), located 9 km from the city center, offering many international and domestic flights.
Barcelona-El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport (BCN), located 12 km from the city center and connecting with the whole country and Europe.
Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport (GRX), located 16 km from the city center, while less connected and less popular and mostly serviced by internal flights.