10 days in Spain Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid, steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor, and then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Casa de Campo, then admire the masterpieces at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, and then examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.

For photos and other tourist information, you can read our Madrid journey planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Madrid. In August, daily temperatures in Madrid can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can 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.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, admire the striking features of Plaza de España, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de Sevilla.

To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Seville journey planning app.

You can take a train from Madrid to Seville in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In August, daily temperatures in Seville can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Ronda.

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

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): wander the streets of La Ciudad, do a tasting at Dona Felisa Winery, then learn about winemaking at Bodega Garcia Hidalgo, and finally identify plant and animal life at Reservatauro Ronda. On the 15th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor, then see the interesting displays at Museo Lara, then take in breathtaking views at El Tajo de Ronda, and finally hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.

To see ratings, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read Ronda online sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Seville to Ronda takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Ronda can reach 41°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive to Nerja.

Nerja is a municipality on the Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. On the 16th (Sun), take in the dramatic natural features at Cliffs of Maro Cerro Gordo, then stroll through Playa de la Cala el Canuelo, then Head underground at Fundación Cueva de Nerja, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Burriana Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Playa del Molino de Papel, explore the activities along Río Chíllar, then see Off-Road Tours, then take in panoramic vistas at Balcony of Europe, and finally pause for some photo ops at La Dorada 1a - Barco de Chanquete.

To see reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Nerja road trip app.

Getting from Ronda to Nerja by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. August in Nerja sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Elche.

Elche, or Elx, is a town located in the comarca of Baix Vinalopó, Spain. Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): head outdoors with Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero, make a trip to Misteri D'Elx, make a trip to Torre de la Calaforra, then walk around Palmeral of Elche, and finally get outside with Parque Municipal.

For ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Elche travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Nerja to Elche takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus, flight, and train. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Nerja in August: highs in Elche hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can travel to Barcelona.

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

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, don't miss a visit to Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, then admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, then admire the landmark architecture of Casa Amatller, and finally pick up some local products at La Boqueria. On the 20th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a stroll through Las Ramblas, then stroll around Parc Guell, and then visit El Barri Gòtic.

For where to stay and other tourist information, go to the Barcelona tour itinerary planner.

You can fly from Elche to Barcelona in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in August, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.