14 Days Exploring Spain's Cultural Gems Itinerary

Begin your second day in Madrid with a visit to the beautiful Retiro Park (Parque de El Retiro). This expansive park is perfect for a morning stroll or boat ride on its tranquil lake. Don't miss the stunning glass structure of Palacio De Cristal. For breakfast, stop by La Mallorquina for some delicious pastries.

In the afternoon, explore modern art at the renowned Reina Sofia Museum (Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia), home to Picasso's famous 'Guernica'. Enhance your experience with an insightful tour: Madrid: Prado Museum 3-Hour Private Tour. For lunch, indulge in contemporary Spanish dishes at DiverXO, awarded three Michelin stars.

Conclude your day with an exploration of Madrid's historic center on foot through the engaging activity: Madrid: Tour of the Historic City Center. Wander through charming streets and discover hidden gems. Enjoy dinner at Botín, another historic eatery known for its roast suckling pig. Cap off your evening with drinks at Del Diego Cocktail Bar, offering expertly crafted cocktails.

Start your third day with a visit to one of Madrid’s most iconic landmarks: Almudena Cathedral (Catedral de la Almudena). This stunning cathedral offers breathtaking views from its dome. Follow this up with breakfast at nearby café Café Murillo before heading to explore more historical sites.

In the afternoon, delve into local culture by visiting vibrant neighborhoods like La Latina and Lavapiés. Take part in an exciting culinary adventure:  Tipsy Tapas Food Tour with Drinks and Food which allows you to sample various tapas paired with local wines. For lunch during this tour or afterward, enjoy traditional tapas at  Juana La Loca known for their creative dishes.

End your day by visiting another cultural gem:  Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza) which houses an impressive collection spanning centuries of art history. Enjoy dinner at  El Club Allard famed for its innovative tasting menus before taking an evening stroll around  Plaza de Cibeles beautifully lit up against night sky.

Begin your exploration of Barcelona with a visit to the iconic Sagrada Familia. This architectural masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí is a must-see, with its intricate facades and towering spires. After marveling at the basilica, head to Brunch & Cake for a delightful breakfast featuring creative and healthy dishes.

In the afternoon, continue your Gaudí-themed day with a visit to Park Güell. This whimsical park is filled with colorful mosaics, unique sculptures, and stunning views of the city. Enhance your experience by joining the Barcelona: Gaudi's Casa Vicens Guided Tour, which offers insights into Gaudí's early work. For lunch, enjoy traditional Catalan cuisine at El Nacional, a multi-space venue offering various dining options.

As evening falls, explore the vibrant neighborhood of El Born. Wander through its narrow streets and discover hidden gems like Picasso Museum (Museu Picasso), which houses an extensive collection of Picasso's works. For dinner, indulge in tapas at El Xampanyet, a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere and delicious bites. End your day with drinks at Paradiso, a speakeasy-style bar offering creative cocktails.

Barcelona City Walking Tour with Local Guide is an excellent way to start your day. This tour will take you through some of Barcelona's most historic neighborhoods, including the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), where you'll see landmarks like Barcelona Cathedral (Catedral de Barcelona) and Placa del Rei. For breakfast, stop by Granja M. Viader, a historic café known for its churros and hot chocolate.

From Barcelona Girona and Costa Brava Small Group Day Trip offers an exciting afternoon adventure outside the city. Explore the medieval town of Girona with its well-preserved Jewish Quarter and stunning cathedral before heading to Costa Brava for breathtaking coastal views. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Girona recommended by your guide.

Barcelona: Old Town Evening Tour with Tapas and Drinks provides an immersive experience into Barcelona's culinary scene. Wander through charming streets while sampling various tapas paired with local wines. For dinner during this tour or afterward, savor more tapas at Cervecería Catalana, known for its wide selection of dishes. Cap off your evening with drinks at Bobby's Free, another speakeasy-style bar.

Half-Day Spanish Cooking Class & Boqueria Market Tour offers an engaging start to your day. Begin by exploring La Boqueria Market (Mercat de la Boqueria), where you'll learn about local ingredients before heading to a cooking class to prepare traditional Spanish dishes. Enjoy breakfast during this activity as you sample fresh market produce.

After your cooking class, visit the beautiful Montjuic Park (Parc de Montjuïc). Take in panoramic views from Montjuïc Castle (Castell de Montjuïc) before exploring attractions like Magic Fountain (Font Màgica) or National Art Museum of Catalonia (Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya). For lunch nearby try modern Catalan cuisine at R-Tickets Bar renowned for innovative tapas creations.

End day relaxing Barceloneta Beach perfect spot unwind after busy sightseeing days dip Mediterranean Sea or simply stroll along promenade lined cafes bars restaurants Dinner seaside seafood restaurant R-Barceloneta Restaurant fresh catch day paired fine wine Finish evening drinks R-Eclipse rooftop bar offering stunning views city sea.

Begin your Seville adventure with a visit to the magnificent Royal Alcázar of Seville (Real Alcázar de Sevilla). This stunning palace complex, with its intricate Moorish architecture and lush gardens, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. After exploring the Alcázar, enjoy breakfast at La Cacharrería, known for its delicious pastries and coffee.

In the afternoon, delve into Seville's rich history with a visit to the iconic Seville Cathedral (Catedral de Santa María de la Sede) and its famous bell tower, The Giralda (El Giraldillo). Enhance your experience by joining the Seville Small-Group Cathedral and Giralda Tour with Tickets, which provides insightful commentary on these historic landmarks. For lunch, savor traditional Andalusian cuisine at El Rinconcillo, one of Seville's oldest tapas bars.

As evening falls, immerse yourself in Seville's vibrant flamenco culture at Los Gallos Tablao Flamenco. Enjoy an authentic flamenco show while dining on delicious Spanish dishes at Taberna Coloniales. End your day with a leisurely stroll along the picturesque banks of the Guadalquivir River.

Start your day with a visit to the beautiful Maria Luisa Park (Parque de María Luisa). This expansive park is perfect for a morning stroll or boat ride on its tranquil lake. Don't miss the stunning Plaza de España located within the park. For breakfast, stop by R-Café de Indias for some delicious pastries.

In afternoon explore vibrant neighborhood Triana known its rich history pottery shops traditional markets Take part exciting culinary adventure A-Sevilla: Visita al Mercado de Triana con Degustaciones 64116 allows sample various local delicacies paired wines For lunch during tour afterward enjoy tapas R-Sol y Sombra popular spot creative dishes

Conclude day exploration historic center foot through engaging activity A-Sevilla : visite à vélo des points forts de la ville 431086 Wander charming streets discover hidden gems Enjoy dinner R-Vega 10 another historic eatery known innovative tasting menus Cap off evening drinks R-La Terraza del EME offering stunning views city skyline

Begin third day visit one Sevilles most iconic landmarks A-Plaza de España 823 This stunning square offers breathtaking views from its central fountain Follow breakfast nearby café R-Café del Valle before heading explore more historical sites

In afternoon delve into local culture visiting vibrant neighborhoods like Santa Cruz Barrio Take part exciting activity A-Sevilla : Tour à vélo des points forts de la ville 431086 which allows you sample various tapas paired local wines For lunch during tour afterward enjoy traditional tapas R-Bodega Santa Cruz Las Columnas known their creative dishes

End day visiting another cultural gem A-Flamenco Dance Museum Museo del Baile Flamenco 28379 which houses impressive collection spanning centuries art history Enjoy dinner R-Abantal famed innovative tasting menus before taking evening stroll around A-Triana Bridge Puente de Isabel II 22495 beautifully lit up against night sky

Start your exploration of Valencia with a visit to the futuristic Valencia City of the Arts & Sciences (Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias). This architectural wonder houses several attractions, including the Hemisfèric, Science Museum, and Oceanogràfic. Begin your day with breakfast at Dulce de Leche Boutique, known for its delicious pastries and coffee.

In the afternoon, delve into Valencia's rich history by visiting the Valencia Cathedral (Seu), which houses the Holy Grail. Enhance your experience by joining the Valencia Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour, offering insightful commentary on these historic landmarks. For lunch, enjoy traditional Valencian cuisine at Casa Roberto, famous for its paella.

As evening falls, explore the vibrant neighborhood of El Carmen. Wander through its narrow streets and discover hidden gems like Valencia Central Market (Mercado Central de Valencia). For dinner, indulge in tapas at Bar Pilar, a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere and delicious bites. End your day with drinks at Café Negrito, offering a cozy ambiance.

Valencia Old Town Tour, Wine & Tapas in an 11th c. Monument is an excellent way to start your day. This tour will take you through some of Valencia's most historic neighborhoods, including Barrio del Carmen where you'll see landmarks like Silk Exchange (La Lonja de la Seda) and Serranos Towers (Torres de Serranos). For breakfast, stop by Horchatería Santa Catalina, a historic café known for its horchata and fartons.

From Valencia: Requena Wine Tour with Tastings offers an exciting afternoon adventure outside the city. Explore the wine region of Requena with its well-preserved vineyards and stunning landscapes before heading to a local winery for tastings. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Requena recommended by your guide.

Valencia Tapas and Drinks Evening Tour provides an immersive experience into Valencia's culinary scene. Wander through charming streets while sampling various tapas paired with local wines. For dinner during this tour or afterward, savor more tapas at Tasca Angel, known for its wide selection of dishes. Cap off your evening with drinks at Café Infanta, another cozy bar.

Valencia Waterfalls and Thermal Springs Tour with Swimming offers an engaging start to your day. Begin by exploring natural waterfalls and thermal springs where you can swim in crystal-clear waters surrounded by stunning landscapes. Enjoy breakfast during this activity as you sample fresh local produce.

Tour en Segway du parc de Valencia provides a fun way to explore Turia Riverbed Gardens (Jardí del Túria). Glide through lush gardens while learning about their history from your guide before stopping for lunch nearby try modern Valencian cuisine R-Ricard Camarena renowned innovative dishes creations.

End day relaxing beach perfect spot unwind after busy sightseeing days dip Mediterranean Sea simply stroll along promenade lined cafes bars restaurants Dinner seaside seafood restaurant R-La Pepica fresh catch day paired fine wine Finish evening drinks R-Umbracle rooftop bar offering stunning views city sea.

Start your exploration of Granada with a visit to the iconic Alhambra. This stunning palace and fortress complex, with its intricate Moorish architecture and lush gardens, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. After exploring the Alhambra, enjoy breakfast at Café 4 Gatos, known for its delicious pastries and coffee.

In the afternoon, delve into Granada's rich history by visiting the Granada Cathedral (Catedral de Granada), which showcases impressive Renaissance architecture. Enhance your experience by joining the Grenada Full-Day Tour with Chocolate and Rum Sampling, offering insightful commentary on these historic landmarks. For lunch, enjoy traditional Andalusian cuisine at Bodegas Castañeda, famous for its tapas.

As evening falls, explore the vibrant neighborhood of Albaicín. Wander through its narrow streets and discover hidden gems like Mirador de San Nicolás, which offers breathtaking views of the Alhambra against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains. For dinner, indulge in tapas at El Huerto de Juan Ranas, a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere and delicious bites. End your day with drinks at Bohemia Jazz Café, offering a cozy ambiance.

Saint George's 4.5-Hour Agro-Tourism Hike offers an engaging start to your day. Begin by exploring natural landscapes where you can hike surrounded by stunning scenery. Enjoy breakfast during this activity as you sample fresh local produce.

Grenada Spice Island Expedition provides a fun way to explore local culture while learning about spices from your guide before stopping for lunch nearby try modern Andalusian cuisine R-Restaurante Ruta del Azafrán renowned innovative dishes creations.

St. George's Annandale Waterfall Fort Fredrick & Beach Time provides an immersive experience into Granada's natural beauty scene Wander through charming streets while sampling various tapas paired with local wines For dinner during this tour or afterward savor more tapas at R-Los Diamantes known for its wide selection of dishes Cap off your evening with drinks at R-Pub Poe another cozy bar.