22 days in South of Spain Itinerary

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Almeria
— 2 nights
Drive
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Cartagena
— 3 nights
Drive
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Granada
— 3 nights
Drive
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Malaga
— 3 nights
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Cordoba
— 3 nights
Drive
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Cadiz
— 3 nights
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Seville
— 3 nights
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Almeria — 2 nights

Relax by the water at Playa de los Muertos and Monsul Beach. Take a break from the city and head to Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park and Cala del Plomo. Explore Almeria's surroundings by going to Playa El Corral (in Carboneras) and Mirador Isleta del Moro (in La Isleta).

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Almeria day trip app.

Toronto, Canada to Almeria is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 6 hours. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Toronto in August: high temperatures in Almeria hover around 37°C and lows are around 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Cartagena.
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Cartagena — 3 nights

Get a sense of the local culture at Museo Del Teatro Romano and Faro Cabo de palos. Visiting Playa de Calblanque and Playa Del Rincon will get you outdoors. Explore Cartagena's surroundings by going to Murcia (Cathedral de Santa Maria & Real Casino de Murcia), La Botavara Nautical Boutique (in La Manga del Mar Menor) and Puerto de Mazarron (Playa de la Isla & Playa Castellar).

For photos, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Cartagena trip itinerary builder app.

Getting from Almeria to Cartagena by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. In August in Cartagena, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to drive to Granada.
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Granada — 3 nights

Pearl of Spain

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Royal Chapel of Granada and Saint Jerome Monastery. Get a sense of the local culture at Science Park (Parque de las Ciencias) and Monasterio Cartuja. Venture out of the city with trips to Jaén Cathedral (in Jaen) and Jarapas y Artesania (in Pampaneira). There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica de San Juan de Dios, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and make a trip to Carrera del Darro.

To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Granada online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Cartagena to Granada takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Cartagena in August since evenings lows in Granada dip to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can drive to Malaga.
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Malaga — 3 nights

Capital of the Costa del Sol

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to El Caminito Del Rey, El Chorro and Automobile and Fashion Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at Castillo de Gibralfaro and La Carihuela. Explore Malaga's surroundings by going to Puente Nuevo (in Ronda) and Marbella Old Town (in Marbella). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Museo Carmen Thyssen Malaga, get to know the resident critters at Butterfly Park of Benalmadena, and shop like a local with Mercado Central de Atarazanas.

To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Malaga tour planner.

Traveling by car from Granada to Malaga takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Granada in August since evenings lows in Malaga dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can take a train to Cordoba.
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Cordoba — 3 nights

Pearl of Muslim Spain

Let the collections at Palacio de Viana and Calahorra Tower capture your imagination. Visit Jewish Quarter (Juderia) and Casa de Sefarad for their historical value. Explore Cordoba's surroundings by going to Castillo de Almodovar (in Almodovar del Rio) and Rute (Museo Del Turron y Frabrica de Dulces y Mantecados Garrido & Galleros Artesanos). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Historic Centre of Cordoba, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, browse the eclectic array of goods at El Zoco, and snap pictures at Roman Bridge.

To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Cordoba trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by train from Malaga to Cordoba takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Malaga in August, plan for a bit warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Cordoba: temperatures range from 43°C by day to 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Cadiz.
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Cadiz — 3 nights

Step off the beaten path and head to Playa de Bolonia Tarifa and Playa de Zahara. You'll get in some beach time at Playa de la Barrosa and Playa El Palmar. Step out of Cadiz with an excursion to Archaeological Ensemble of Baelo Claudia in Bolonia--about 1h 20 min away.

For reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Cadiz travel tool.

Drive from Cordoba to Cadiz in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Cordoba in August, expect nights in Cadiz to be about the same, around 24°C, while days are slightly colder, around 34°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to drive to Seville.
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Seville — 3 nights

City of Towers

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Centro Historico de Sevilla and Gruta de las Maravillas. Get some cultural insight at Muelle de las Carabelas and La Rabida Monastery. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica de la Macarena, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia Colegial del Salvador, admire the natural beauty at Parque de Maria Luisa, and steep yourself in history at Casa de Pilatos.

To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Seville trip planner.

Getting from Cadiz to Seville by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Cadiz, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Seville, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.
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