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- Retrome Barcelona. Retrome’s manager, Cora, has a real eye for design, which is evident in every detail at this 11-room Barcelona guesthouse in Eixample—one of the best affordable hotels in Barcelona under $200—from the geometric wallpaper to the retro European furniture and emerald-tile bathrooms.
- Hotel Primero Primera, Barcelona. If stepping into Primero Primera feels like entering someone’s home, it's because you are—the owner’s family has lived here ever since the 50s.
- Hotel Praktik Rambla, Barcelona. A stunning 19th-century palace in central Barcelona is the setting for this Modernist gem, whose century-old molded ceilings, vaulted hallways, and ceramic tile floors have been combined with contemporary art and industrial lighting.
- Casa Bonay, Barcelona. The roster of talents involved in the transformation of this 1869 Neoclassical former home is like a best-of-the-best list: the design—including a painstaking restoration of the building’s finer details—comes courtesy of Brooklyn-based Studio Tack (behind the buzzworthy new Scribner’s Catskill Lodge) and co-owner Inés Miró-Sans (who worked at the Ace Hotel New York), while the ground floor is a laundry-list of hits including a café from celebrated Catalan baristas Satan’s Coffee Corner with the city’s first cold-pressed juice bar.
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Most travelers spend 6-9 days in Barcelona and Madrid combinedVisiting Barcelona and Madrid in 5 days is possible, but will feel rushedWith 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their tripThe most common extensions are Seville, Valencia, and CórdobaRecommended Itinerary for 6 Days
Even in less than a week, it's possible to get to the heart of Spain—you just need to focus on the right places. This six-day whirlwind cultural tour achieves exactly that by focusing on Madrid and Barcelona, ensuring you get the most out of each. Not only will you see famous sights like the Royal Palace and El Prado Museum, but expert local guides will give you a delicious introduction to both cities on private food tours. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 7 Days
With a full week, you can experience both the highlights of Spain's most famous cities like Madrid and Barcelona. Not only that but on this seven-day whirlwind itinerary, you'll also find time for day tours to historic towns outside the nation's capital. And when you do finally end up in Barcelona, prepare yourself for a delicious food tour and sunset sailing experience on top of visiting its most famous neighborhoods. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
In just over a week you can not only experience the highlights of Spain but go off the beaten track as well. This eight-day itinerary delivers on the famous sights and neighborhoods of Madrid and Barcelona, but you'll really immerse yourself on gourmet walking tours of these cities. Throw in a sunset sailboat cruise around Barcelona and you have the recipe for the perfect Spanish holiday. Read more
10-Day Itinerary Including Seville
This 10-day itinerary combines Spain's three most exciting cities with a nice mix of private tours and free time. Kick-off in Seville where you'll experience the beautiful historic center and up-and-coming Triana district. Next, train to Madrid—with a stop in Córdoba—and stroll through the elegant streets and world-famous Prado Museum. Finish in cosmopolitan Barcelona for Mediterranean beaches and Gaudí highlights. Read more
11-Day Itinerary Including Seville and Granada
The opportunities for fun and adventure in a country like Spain are inexhaustible. That said, this itinerary packs as much excitement into 11 days as possible and includes city tours of Madrid and Barcelona as well as visits to multiple locales in Andalusia. In this region, you'll enjoy the tapas and flamenco of Seville, wine tours of Ronda, and visiting the famous Alhambra fortress in Granada. Read more
12-Day Itinerary Including Seville, Granada, and Ronda
With 12 days in Spain, you can visit three of its most famous regions. On walking tours of Madrid, you'll see historic sights like the Royal Palace. Then you'll travel down to the Andalusia region, making its capital of Seville your home base before embarking on wine tours around Ronda and visits to historic palaces in Granada. The tour ends in Catalonia where you'll visit its best neighborhoods and beaches on a cycling tour. Read more
Madrid and Barcelona are 386 miles (620 km) apart, and the quickest way to make the trip is by plane, which will take just over an hour. There are other options to consider, including by train, car, and bus, depending on your preference. Read more
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Nov 26, 2018 · I’m going over the free things to do in Barcelona for the budget-conscious traveler. Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning for the fifth time, you’ll find lots of free activities to add to your Barcelona itinerary.
- Where We Stayed in Madrid. It probably makes the most sense to start with where we stayed in Madrid. For our weeklong stay in Madrid, we wanted two things.
- Malasaña: Our Top Pick for Coolest Area in Madrid. Malasaña – our favorite part of Madrid’s city center – is just north of Gran Vía and stretches up north, getting more residential the further north you go.
- Barrio La Latina: Local Vibes + Great Food and Drinks. If we had to pick a second-favorite neighborhood after Malasaña, it would be La Latina. The second we crossed over its boundaries from Plaza Mayor, our eyes lit up.
- Barrio de las Letras: Central and Romantic. Barrio de las Letras is so-named because of its history of famous writers taking up residence in the neighborhood.
May 19, 2024 · Highly rated activities with free entry in Barcelona: The top things to do for free. See Tripadvisor's 3,554,851 traveler reviews and photos of Barcelona free attractions.
Oct 29, 2023 · If you're not interested in Seville and Granada, 9 to 11 days is enough for your Barcelona, Madrid, and Málaga trip. With less time, it's still possible to see the highlights in as few as six to eight days. For the best itineraries, including Barcelona, Madrid, and Málaga, keep reading below.
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