Madrid and Surroundings

• Prado Museum: A temple of Spanish painting, featuring masterpieces by Velázquez and Goya. (3 hours)
• Royal Palace of Madrid: One of Europe’s largest palaces, with several rooms open to the public. (2 hours)
• Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor: Iconic city landmarks and the heart of the old town. (1.5 hours)
• Toledo Old Town: A medieval city and cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (1 day)
• Roman Aqueduct of Segovia: A nearly 2,000-year-old aqueduct and the Alcázar castle. (Half day)

Andalusia

• Alhambra: The pinnacle of Moorish architecture, the Nasrid Palaces are a must-see—book tickets in advance. (Half day–1 day)
• Seville Cathedral and Royal Alcázar: One of the world’s largest Gothic cathedrals and a Mudéjar-style palace. (3 hours)
• Mezquita of Córdoba: An architectural marvel blending Islamic and Christian elements. (2 hours)
• Plaza de España (Seville): A semi-circular tiled arcade, most beautiful at sunset. (1.5 hours)
• Ronda: A white hilltop town built on a cliff, with the dramatic Puente Nuevo bridge.

Barcelona and the Northeast

• Sagrada Família: Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, renowned for its stunning light effects—reservations required. (2 hours)
• Casa Milà (La Pedrera) and Casa Batlló: Iconic examples of Gaudí’s modernist residential architecture. (1.5 hours each)
• Gothic Quarter: Barcelona’s historic old town, filled with the cathedral and narrow alleys. (2 hours)
• Montjuïc Hill: Offers views over the port and city, with the Magic Fountain show in the evening.
• Guggenheim Museum Bilbao: A landmark of deconstructivist architecture.

Coast and Islands

• Balearic Islands: Mallorca, Ibiza, and Menorca—top choices for beach holidays.
• Canary Islands: Tenerife and Lanzarote, known for year-round warmth and volcanic landscapes.
• Costa del Sol: Malaga and Marbella, the Andalusian coastal resort strip.