13 days in Madrid & Barcelona Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 31st (Wed): make a trip to Plaza Mayor, then stroll around Parque del Retiro, and then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Puerta del Sol and then steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid.

To find photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Madrid trip itinerary app.

Barcelona to Madrid is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. While traveling from Barcelona, expect a bit warmer days and slightly colder nights in Madrid, ranging from highs of 39°C to lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to travel to Barcelona.

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

Barcelona is known for parks, nightlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: walk around Parc Guell, don't miss a visit to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, and admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso.

To find photos, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read Barcelona online holiday planner.

Getting from Madrid to Barcelona by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Madrid in September, plan for a bit warmer nights in Barcelona, with lows around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.