12 days in Spain Itinerary

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 sightseeing, parks, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, explore the world behind art at Museu Picasso, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, and make a trip to Las Ramblas.

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Jackson, USA to Barcelona is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Jackson to Barcelona due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Jackson, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Barcelona, ranging from highs of 62°F to lows of 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) early enough to fly 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.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Mon): wander the streets of Albayzin and then explore the historical opulence of Alhambra.

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You can fly from Barcelona to Granada in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in March, expect little chillier with lows of 41°F in Granada. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can drive to Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

On the 15th (Tue), take a stroll through Old City and then take in breathtaking views at El Tajo de Ronda.

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Getting from Granada to Ronda by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Granada in March; daily highs in Ronda reach 68°F and lows reach 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Royal Alcázar of Seville, take a stroll through Barrio Santa Cruz, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla. On the 17th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla, admire the landmark architecture of Torre del Oro, then take in nature's colorful creations at Parque de Maria Luisa, and finally admire the striking features of Plaza de España.

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Getting from Ronda to Seville by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 65°F in March, and nighttime lows around 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Madrid.

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

Madrid is known for museums, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: walk around Parque del Retiro, hunt for treasures at Mercado San Miguel, make a trip to Puerta del Sol, and see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.

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Fly from Seville to Madrid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Seville in March; daily highs in Madrid reach 59°F and lows reach 41°F. You will have some time to spend on the 21st (Mon) before leaving for home.