6 days in Spain & Paris Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

On the 24th (Mon), take a stroll through Las Ramblas, then admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and then admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo. Keep things going the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, then get to know the fascinating history of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), then walk around Parc Guell, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera.

For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Barcelona travel itinerary planner.

Oslo, Norway to Barcelona is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. When traveling from Oslo in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Barcelona: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 25°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Madrid.

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

On the 26th (Wed), browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercado San Miguel, then make a trip to Puerta del Sol, then stroll around Parque del Retiro, and finally explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor, and then steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid.

To see other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Madrid road trip planning app.

Getting from Barcelona to Madrid by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. While traveling from Barcelona, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Madrid, ranging from highs of 40°C to lows of 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): admire the landmark architecture of Sainte-Chapelle, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and then admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum. Keep things going the next day: explore and take pictures at Eiffel Tower, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and then admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay.

To see more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Paris trip app.

Fly from Madrid to Paris in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Madrid in July; daily highs in Paris reach 30°C and lows reach 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.