Spain 4 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Madrid

  • Arrival at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. (Check visa requirements before travel.)
  • Visit the Prado Museum, home to works by Goya, Velázquez, and El Greco.
  • Explore Retiro Park and enjoy a boat ride in the Estanque Grande (Retiro Pond).
  • Take a stroll down Gran Vía, one of Madrid’s main streets lined with shops and theaters.
  • Dinner at a traditional Spanish tapas bar like Casa Toni or La Cuchara de San Telmo.
  • Overnight in Madrid.

Day 2: Toledo (Day trip)

  • Take an early train from Atocha station to Toledo (approx. 30 minutes).
  • Visit the Toledo Cathedral, Alcazar of Toledo, and the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca.
  • Enjoy lunch with a view at Mirador del Valle or Restaurante El Viso de Consuegra.
  • Return to Madrid in the evening.

Day 3: Seville

  • Take an AVE high-speed train from Madrid-Atocha station to Seville (approx. 2 hours).
  • Visit the Seville Cathedral and the Giralda Tower.
  • Explore the Real Alcázar, a stunning palace complex with beautiful gardens.
  • Stroll through the Santa Cruz neighborhood and enjoy a flamenco show at Casa de la Memoria or Casa de la Guitarra.
  • Dinner at Bodega Santa cruz, known for its delicious traditional Andalusian cuisine.
  • Overnight in Seville.

Day 4: Granada

  • Take a train from Sevilla-Santa Justa station to Granada (approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes).
  • Visit the Alhambra, an impressive palace complex with stunning views of Granada.
  • Explore the Albaicín neighborhood, the historic heart of Granada, and visit the Mirador de San Nicolás for panoramic views of the Alhambra.
  • Dinner at Casa Moro or Carmela Bodega Tapas y Vinos.
  • Overnight in Granada.

Transportation:

  • Trains can be booked through Renfe’s official website (Renfe) or mobile app.
  • Purchase a 10-journey ticket if you plan to travel extensively by train within Spain.

Things to Know:

  • Spain uses the Euro (€) as its official currency.
  • Spanish is the primary language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
  • Tipping is customary, with a service charge often added to restaurant bills.
  • The siesta tradition still holds strong in many places, with shops and restaurants closing for a few hours during the afternoon.
  • Spain’s timezone is Central European Time (CET).