16 days in Spain, Porto & Lisbon Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): walk around Parque del Retiro, then admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, and then contemplate the long history of Plaza Mayor. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Puerta del Sol, browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercado San Miguel, admire the landmark architecture of Royal Palace of Madrid, then wander the streets of Gran Via, and finally awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.

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Singapore, Singapore to Madrid is an approximately 20-hour flight. The time zone changes from Singapore Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a -7 hour difference. In March, Madrid is colder than Singapore - with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Head to La Boqueria and Itaca L"Art del Poblefor some retail therapy. Visiting Fundacio Mona, Centre de Recuperacio de Primats and San Pol Beach will get you outdoors. Step out of Barcelona with an excursion to Camino de Ronda in S'Agaro--about 1h 30 min away. There's still lots to do: admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, take in the spiritual surroundings of Old Monastery of Sant Pau del Camp, make a trip to Casa Batllo, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral.

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Fly from Madrid to Barcelona in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Madrid in March since evenings lows in Barcelona dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Valencia.

A charming old city originally founded as a Roman colony, Valencia is the country’s third-largest urban center.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Thu): engage your brain at Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias and then indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at La Lonja de la Seda, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Valencia Cathedral, browse the eclectic array of goods at Central Market of Valencia, then visit Casco Antiguo, then explore the world behind art at Museo de Bellas Artes de Valencia, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Jardi del Turia.

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Getting from Barcelona to Valencia by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can fly 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.

Get some historical perspective at Plaza de España and Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla. You'll explore and learn at Museo De Bellas Artes De Sevilla and Museum Of Illusions Sevilla. Spend the 20th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, browse for treasures at Ceramicas Sevilla 1952, wander the streets of Barrio Santa Cruz, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla.

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You can fly from Valencia to Seville in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. March in Seville sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Porto.

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Tue): contemplate the waterfront views at Douro River, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, take in the spiritual surroundings of Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), then take a stroll around Palacio da Bolsa, then take in panoramic vistas at Torre dos Clerigos, and finally wander the streets of Ribeira do Porto.

To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Porto trip planner.

You can fly from Seville to Porto in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Seville to Porto is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Seville in March, expect nights in Porto to be about the same, around 9°C, while days are slightly colder, around 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Lisbon.

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

Visit Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and Castelo dos Mouros for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian and Quinta da Regaleira. Step out of Lisbon to go to Sintra and see Safaris, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, take a peaceful walk through Parque Florestal de Monsanto, stop by Alfama, and get engrossed in the history at Carmo Archaeological Museum.

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Fly from Porto to Lisbon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Lisbon can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. You'll have a few hours on the 25th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.