14 days in Lisbon, South of Spain & Azores Itinerary

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Lisbon is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and zoos & aquariums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, admire the masterpieces at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, and appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos.

To find maps and other tourist information, refer to the Lisbon trip planner.

Toronto, Canada to Lisbon is an approximately 10-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Toronto to Lisbon. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Toronto in May: highs in Lisbon hover around 28°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Malaga.

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

On the 24th (Wed), take a leisurely stroll along Puerto de Málaga, then get engrossed in the history at Alcazaba, and then get to know the resident critters at Butterfly Park of Benalmadena.

To see maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Malaga day trip site.

Getting from Lisbon to Malaga by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In May in Malaga, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) to allow 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.

Take a break from Granada with a short trip to Playa de la Cala el Canuelo in Nerja, about 1h 5 min away. And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Alhambra, get to know the fascinating history of Albayzin, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica de San Juan de Dios, and stop by Munira Leather.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Granada online route planner.

Traveling by car from Malaga to Granada takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Malaga in May, Granada is little chillier at night with lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to 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 28th (Sun): make a trip to Historic Centre of Cordoba, get to know the fascinating history of Jewish Quarter (Juderia), then contemplate the long history of Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, then snap pictures at Roman Bridge, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba.

To find other places to visit, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Cordoba tour itinerary site.

You can take a train from Granada to Cordoba in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Granada in May, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Cordoba: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to 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.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Royal Alcázar of Seville, then admire the landmark architecture of Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol), then take in panoramic vistas at Torre Giralda, and finally stop by Barrio Santa Cruz. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the world behind art at Museo De Bellas Artes De Sevilla, don't miss a visit to Plaza de España, then admire the natural beauty at Parque de Maria Luisa, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Seville trip itinerary planner.

You can take a train from Cordoba to Seville in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Cordoba in May, plan for a bit cooler days in Seville, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) to allow time to fly to Ponta Delgada.

As the busy capital of São Miguel, Ponta Delgada represents the most visited place on the island.

Change things up with a short trip to Parque Terra Nostra in Furnas (about 46 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape at Caldeira das Sete Cidades, stroll through Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre, contemplate the waterfront views at Lagoa do Fogo, and get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Ponta Delgada road trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Seville to Ponta Delgada takes 8 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Seville to Ponta Delgada. Traveling from Seville in May, expect nights in Ponta Delgada to be about the same, around 17°C, while days are little chillier, around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.