27 days in Spain Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

You've added Abejas del Valle La Casa de las Abejas, Artestilo, Simply Rickshaw, and other attractions to your itinerary. Discover out-of-the-way places like Barrio de Salamanca and Spas. Popular historic sites such as Royal Palace of Madrid and Museo Cerralbo are in your itinerary. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, shop like a local with Mercado de San Antón, and make a trip to Plaza de Oriente.

For ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Madrid trip planner.

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major aiport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. Expect a daytime high around 40°C in July, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Toledo.

Toledo is a World Heritage Site that embodies the complex cultural history of Spain while remaining a forward-moving, modern city.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Artesanias Pedro Maldonado - Espadas y Arte de Toledo, Antica Roma Gallery, Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles, and other attractions. Kick off your visit on the 8th (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Convento de Santa Ursula. On the next day, make a trip to Puerta de Bisagra, see the interesting displays at Museo del Greco, stop by Artesanias Pedro Maldonado - Espadas y Arte de Toledo, then pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia del Salvador, then pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Antica Roma Gallery, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Synagogue of Saint Mary the White.

To find maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Toledo online attractions planner.

You can drive from Madrid to Toledo in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 40°C in July, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Zaragoza.

The city of Zaragoza is known as the City of Four Cultures for its interwoven history of Iberian, Roman, Moorish, and Christian influences.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Mon): explore the world behind art at Museo Goya Coleccion Ibercaja, take a stroll through Casco Antiguo, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Engracia Church, then get a new perspective on nature at Museo de Ciencias Naturales, and finally gain insight at Antigua Facultad de Medicina. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Emoz, examine the collection at Museo del Fuego y de los Bomberos, and then explore the world behind art at Museo Pablo Gargallo.

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Take a train from Toledo to Zaragoza in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July in Zaragoza, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to travel to Jaen.

Jaén is a city in south-central Spain. On the 13th (Wed), admire the striking features of Palacio de Jabalquinto, then wander the streets of Centro Historico, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Iglesia de la Magdalena. On your second day here, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santa Maria de los Reales Alcazares, steep yourself in history at Palace del Dean Ortega, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of San Pablo.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Jaen trip planner.

Traveling by combination of train and flight from Zaragoza to Jaen takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Zaragoza in July, Jaen is a bit cooler at night with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Granada.

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Monasterio Cartuja and Nasrid Palaces. Basilica de San Juan de Dios and Guadix Cathedral will appeal to history buffs. Step out of Granada to go to Guadix and see Centro de Interpretacion Cuevas de Guadix, which is approximately 52 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Palacio de los Olvidados, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Abadia del Sacromonte, and contemplate the long history of La Madraza.

To find photos, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Granada tour planner.

You can drive from Jaen to Granada in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Jaen in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Granada, with lows of 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can go by car to Marbella.

Once a village of humble fishermen, Marbella is now one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on Spain’s world-famous Costa del Sol, boasting swanky nightclubs, classy hotels, and expensive restaurants.

On the 18th (Mon), kick back and relax at Cabopino Beach, kick back and relax at Playa de la Cala Mijas, then glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and finally get in on the family fun at Sould Park. On the 19th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stop by Recuerdame, steep yourself in history at Centro de Artes Mijas, then see the interesting displays at Museo de Miniaturas Carromato de Mijas, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Iglesia Mayor de la Encarnacion.

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Getting from Granada to Marbella by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. When traveling from Granada in July, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Marbella: temperatures range from 36°C by day to 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Wed): take a stroll through Old City, then see the interesting displays at Museo Lara, then look for gifts at ArtesamArt, and finally steep yourself in history at Casa Del Rey Moro.

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You can drive from Marbella to Ronda in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. When traveling from Marbella in July, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Ronda: temperatures range from 41°C by day to 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Cordoba.

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Medina Azahara - Conjunto Arqueológico Madinat al-Zahra and Casa de las Cabezas Patios de Leyenda. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Jewish Quarter (Juderia) and Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba. Step out of Cordoba with an excursion to Santuario de Nuestra Senora de Araceli in Lucena--about 1h 5 min away. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Palacio de la Merced, pause for some serene contemplation at Parroquia de San Lorenzo Mártir, take an in-depth tour of Museo Arqueologico de Cordoba, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Nicolas de Villa.

For where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Cordoba trip planner.

Traveling by train from Ronda to Cordoba takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 44°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Seville.

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Mon): admire the natural beauty at Palacio de las Duenas, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla, then visit Barrio Santa Cruz, and finally contemplate the long history of Royal Tobacco Factory. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Royal Alcázar of Seville, look for gifts at Ceramicas Sevilla, steep yourself in history at Plaza de España, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then hunt for treasures at Mercado de Triana, and finally shop like a local with Di Gallery.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Seville trip planner.

Traveling by train from Cordoba to Seville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Cordoba in July, plan for a bit cooler days in Seville, with highs around 38°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Malaga.

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

Automobile and Fashion Museum and Museo Picasso Malaga will appeal to museum buffs. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Malaga Cathedral and Mercado Central de Atarazanas. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Malaga: Nerja (Church of El Salvador, Balcony of Europe, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Museo de Malaga, get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santuario de la Victoria, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Episcopal Palace.

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You can drive from Seville to Malaga in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.