11 days in Barcelona & Madrid Itinerary

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

Your list of things to see and do now includes Barcelona Cathedral, La Boqueria, Parc de Montjuic, and other attractions. Get some cultural insight at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia and Casa Mila - La Pedrera. The adventure continues: stroll around Parc Guell, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, appreciate the extensive heritage of El Barri Gòtic, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Old Monastery of Sant Pau del Camp.

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Shiraz, Iran to Barcelona is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Shiraz to Barcelona is minus 2.5 hours. When traveling from Shiraz in September, plan for little chillier days and somewhat warmer nights in Barcelona: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 21°C at night. You'll set off for Madrid on the 17th (Tue).

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Prado National Museum and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. Get some cultural insight at Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza Mayor. Get out of town with these interesting Madrid side-trips: Toledo (Catedral Primada, Church of Santo Tomé, &more). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, walk around Parque del Retiro, and make a trip to Gran Via.

For maps, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Madrid online day trip planner.

Fly from Barcelona to Madrid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 17°C in Madrid. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can fly back home.