Our Spain itinerary roundup includes our favorite vacation plans of varying time frames and places to explore. Whether you have a couple of weeks or a couple of days, we want to help you experience the best of Spain on your trip.
These itineraries also open up options of different cities that your vacation can center around, like Barcelona, Madrid, or Seville. Take a day trip to a winery to relax and enjoy the countryside. Or opt for a snorkeling trip for a bit of adventure. You have so many options for your vacation to Spain, so we will help you narrow it down with some of the top itinerary picks.
When is the best time to visit Spain?
Spring is the best time to visit Spain. Firstly, because the weather being mild and comfortable, which makes it perfect for strolling the city streets or enjoying a sunny beach day. Also, you can plan on less tourists and overall less expensive accommodations than you would in the summer vacation months.
What are the top things to do in Spain?
There are so many things to see and experience in Spain. However, here are are the top things that you should not miss across the various city regions:
- Barcelona – Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
- Madrid – Prado National Museum
- Palma de Mallorca – Catedral de Mallorca
- Granada – The Alhambra
- Seville – Plaza de Espana
Where is the best place to stay in Spain?
The best place to stay for first time visitors to Spain is in Barcelona. Although, depending on how much time you have to explore, you can add more cities to your itinerary to visit.
Barcelona is just incredible and has so much to see and do. Because of this, you will never be at a loss of things to do on your vacation. Also, Barcelona has a major international airport which makes it easy to get to and explore without any extra hassle.
How many days do you need to visit Spain?
3 days is the minimum time recommended if you are only visiting one city on your vacation. If you want to add-on nearby sities then you will want at least 5 days. And if you want to explore two major cities, like Barcelona and Madrid, your will want to have a minimum of 7 days.
Again, this is also very dependent on your style of travel. If you want to see as much as possible, then you can squeeze is a considerable amount in a smaller time frame. Or extend the amount of days to travel slower.
Here are some of the top itineraries for Spain, each with a different amount of time, to help you find your ideal vacation plan:
14 Day Ultimate Spain Itinerary
This is an epic 14 day journey through the southern Andalusian region of Spain. If you want to see and experience a lot, and don’t mind a lot of travel days, this could be a great itinerary for you to follow.
Overview:
- Day 1: Airport Day Arrival
- Day 2 – 3: Barcelona
- Day 4 – 5: Seville
- Day 6 – Cordoba
- Day 7 – Ronda
- Day 8 – Pueblos Blancos
- Day 9 – 10: Granada
- Day 11 – Nerja
- Day 12 – 13: Barcelona
- Day 14: Airport Day departure
Be sure to check out the full itinerary and details (including a map!) from Explore Now or Never at the link below.
10 Day Itinerary in Spain
This 10-day Spain itinerary includes stays in four of Spain’s top cities, so you will get a great taste of the country in a short amount of time. We love how they packed in a lot of different options along the way, and give you tips to make the most of your time at each city.
Overview:
- Day 1 – 3: Barcelona
- Day 4 – 5: Valencia
- Day 6 – 8: Madrid
- Day 9-10: Seville
Be sure to check out the full itinerary and details from Merry Go Round Slowly at the link below.
7 Day Itinerary for Spain
Only have a week in Spain? This itinerary has three city stops, and focuses on exploring the highlights and experiencing each city in a short amount of time. We love all the tips they give along the way too. From how to maximize your train costs, and where to find delicious food.
Overview:
- Day 1 – 3: Madrid
- Day 3 – 5: Valencia
- Day 5 – 7: Barcelona
Also, be sure to check out the full itinerary and details from Truth of Traveling at the link below.
5 Day Best of Spain Itinerary
Get off the beaten path with this 5-day itinerary in the South of Spain. We love this plan for travelers that wants to spend time outside of the bigger cities and crowds. Or if this is not your first time to Spain, and plan to rent a car.
Overview:
- Day 1 : Malaga
- Day 2: Ronda/Seville
- Day 3: Seville
- Day 4: Cordoba
- Day 5: Granada
Next step, be sure to check out the full itinerary and details from Amateur Traveler at the link below.
3 Days in Spain Itinerary
If you only have 3 days in Spain, especially if it’s your first time, Barcelona is an amazing place to spend it. This is because there is more than enough to see and do in the city to keep you exploring for the full amount of time. So maximize your time and stay in one place with this fantastic itinerary.
Overview:
- Day 1 – 3: Barcelona
Be sure to check out the full itinerary and details from The Geographical Cure at the link below.
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