A Week Exploring Spain

Day 1: Exploring Madrid

Madrid, Spain

8:00AM

Visit Prado Museum

Start your day with a visit to the Prado Museum, home to works by Goya, Velazquez, and other Spanish masters.
Take a taxi or walk from your accommodation to the museum.
15 EUR, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore Retiro Park

Spend the morning strolling through the beautiful Retiro Park, where you can rent a rowboat on the lake or visit the Crystal Palace.
Walk from Prado Museum to Retiro Park.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Mercado de San Miguel

Head to Mercado de San Miguel for a variety of Spanish tapas and local delicacies for lunch.
Walk from Retiro Park to Mercado de San Miguel.
20 EUR, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Royal Palace of Madrid

Explore the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family.
Walk from Mercado de San Miguel to the Royal Palace.
12 EUR, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Botin Restaurant

Enjoy dinner at Botin Restaurant, the oldest restaurant in the world according to the Guinness World Records.
Take a taxi or walk from the Royal Palace to Botin Restaurant.
40 EUR, 2 hours
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Day 2: Discovering Seville

Seville, Spain

9:00AM

Visit Alcazar of Seville

Start your day exploring the stunning Alcazar of Seville, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Mudejar architecture.
Take a high-speed train from Madrid to Seville (2.5 hours). Then, walk to the Alcazar.
12 EUR, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Taberna Coloniales

Enjoy a traditional Spanish lunch at Taberna Coloniales, known for its authentic Andalusian cuisine.
Walk from Alcazar to Taberna Coloniales.
25 EUR, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Plaza de Espana

Visit the iconic Plaza de Espana, a beautiful square with tiled bridges and a central fountain.
Walk from Taberna Coloniales to Plaza de Espana.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Walk around Barrio Santa Cruz

Stroll through the charming streets of Barrio Santa Cruz, Seville's historic Jewish quarter.
Walk from Plaza de Espana to Barrio Santa Cruz.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at El Rinconcillo

Indulge in dinner at El Rinconcillo, the oldest bar in Seville dating back to 1670.
Walk from Barrio Santa Cruz to El Rinconcillo.
30 EUR, 2 hours
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Day 3: Exploring Granada

Granada, Spain

9:00AM

Visit Alhambra Palace

Begin your day with a visit to the breathtaking Alhambra Palace, a UNESCO site with stunning Nasrid palaces and Generalife gardens.
Take a high-speed train from Seville to Granada (2.5 hours). Then, take a taxi to Alhambra Palace.
15 EUR, 4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Bodegas Castaneda

Have lunch at Bodegas Castaneda, a historic restaurant known for its traditional Andalusian cuisine.
Take a taxi from Alhambra Palace to Bodegas Castaneda.
25 EUR, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Albayzin Quarter

Wander through the narrow streets of the Albayzin Quarter, a UNESCO neighborhood with Moorish influence.
Walk from Bodegas Castaneda to Albayzin Quarter.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Watch Sunset at Mirador de San Nicolas

Enjoy panoramic views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada mountains during sunset at Mirador de San Nicolas.
Walk from Albayzin Quarter to Mirador de San Nicolas.
Free, 1 hour

8:00PM

Dinner at Restaurante Ruta del Azafran

Dine at Restaurante Ruta del Azafran for a mix of Spanish and international dishes in a cozy setting.
Walk from Mirador de San Nicolas to Restaurante Ruta del Azafran.
35 EUR, 2 hours
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Day 4: Sightseeing in Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain

9:00AM

Visit Sagrada Familia

Start your day with a visit to the iconic Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Take a domestic flight from Granada to Barcelona (1.5 hours). Then, take public transportation to Sagrada Familia.
20 EUR, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore Park Guell

Explore the whimsical Park Guell, another Gaudi creation with colorful mosaics and unique architecture.
Take public transportation from Sagrada Familia to Park Guell.
10 EUR, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at La Boqueria Market

Have a lively lunch experience at La Boqueria Market, a bustling food market with various vendors and fresh produce.
Walk from Park Guell to La Boqueria Market.
20 EUR, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Barri Gotic

Explore the historic Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) with its medieval architecture and charming narrow streets.
Walk from La Boqueria Market to Barri Gotic.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Tickets Bar

Indulge in a culinary experience at Tickets Bar, a Michelin-starred restaurant known for its innovative tapas.
Walk from Barri Gotic to Tickets Bar.
50 EUR, 2 hours
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Day 5: Discovering Valencia

Valencia, Spain

9:00AM

Visit City of Arts and Sciences

Begin your day at the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, a cultural and architectural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava.
Take a high-speed train from Barcelona to Valencia (2 hours). Then, walk to the City of Arts and Sciences.
20 EUR, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Central Market

Enjoy a traditional Spanish lunch at Central Market, one of Europe's oldest food markets with a variety of stalls.
Walk from City of Arts and Sciences to Central Market.
25 EUR, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Old Town (Ciutat Vella)

Wander through Valencia's historic Old Town, Ciutat Vella, with its medieval architecture and charming plazas.
Walk from Central Market to Ciutat Vella.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Visit Valencia Cathedral

Explore the Valencia Cathedral, a mix of Gothic, Romanesque, and Baroque styles with the Holy Chalice on display.
Walk from Ciutat Vella to Valencia Cathedral.
10 EUR, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at La Riua

Enjoy dinner at La Riua, known for its paella and traditional Valencian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere.
Walk from Valencia Cathedral to La Riua.
30 EUR, 2 hours
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Day 6: Exploring Bilbao

Bilbao, Spain

9:00AM

Visit Guggenheim Museum

Begin your day at the iconic Guggenheim Museum, designed by Frank Gehry and home to contemporary art exhibitions.
Take a domestic flight from Valencia to Bilbao (1.5 hours). Then, take public transportation or walk to the museum.
18 EUR, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Restaurante Victor Montes

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Restaurante Victor Montes, known for its Basque cuisine and pintxos.
Walk from Guggenheim Museum to Restaurante Victor Montes.
20 EUR, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Casco Viejo

Stroll through the historic Casco Viejo (Old Town) of Bilbao, with its charming streets and traditional shops.
Walk from Restaurante Victor Montes to Casco Viejo.
Free, 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit Zubizuri Bridge

Walk across the iconic Zubizuri Bridge, designed by Santiago Calatrava, offering great views of the Nervion River.
Walk from Casco Viejo to Zubizuri Bridge.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Mina Restaurant

Indulge in a gourmet dinner at Mina Restaurant, a Michelin-starred establishment offering innovative Basque cuisine.
Walk from Zubizuri Bridge to Mina Restaurant.
50 EUR, 2 hours
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Day 7: Relaxing in San Sebastian

San Sebastian, Spain

9:00AM

Visit La Concha Beach

Start your day with a relaxing visit to La Concha Beach, one of the most famous urban beaches in Europe.
Take a domestic flight from Bilbao to San Sebastian (45 minutes). Then, walk to La Concha Beach.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore Old Town (Parte Vieja)

Wander through the picturesque Old Town of San Sebastian, known for its traditional Basque pintxos bars.
Walk from La Concha Beach to Parte Vieja.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Arzak

Indulge in a culinary experience at Arzak, a world-renowned Michelin-starred restaurant offering innovative Basque cuisine.
Walk from Parte Vieja to Arzak.
100 EUR, 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit Monte Urgull

Hike up Monte Urgull for panoramic views of San Sebastian and the Bay of Biscay.
Walk from Arzak to Monte Urgull.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Borda Berri

Enjoy dinner at Borda Berri, a popular pintxos bar in San Sebastian known for its creative Basque dishes.
Walk from Monte Urgull to Borda Berri.
30 EUR, 2 hours
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