10 days in Spain Itinerary

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

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and Camp Nou. The adventure continues: make a trip to Casa Batllo, admire the striking features of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, and admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. In December, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 59°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to travel 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 27th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, contemplate the long history of Plaza de España, then walk around Parque de Maria Luisa, and finally steep yourself in history at Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de Sevilla and then experience the excitement of Isla Magica.

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Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Seville takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In December, plan for daily highs up to 61°F, and evening lows to 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can 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.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Historic Centre of Cordoba, steep yourself in history at Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, don't miss a visit to Roman Bridge, then take a stroll through Jewish Quarter (Juderia), then take in the spiritual surroundings of Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, and finally make a trip to Patios de Cordoba.

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Take a train from Seville to Cordoba in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Seville in December since evenings lows in Cordoba dip to 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough 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.

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Traveling by car from Cordoba to Granada takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Cordoba in December, plan for little chillier days in Granada, with highs around 56°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to travel back home.