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7 Days in Barcelona and Madrid

Freddy Gray

Freddy Gray

9 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant cities of Barcelona and Madrid. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in delectable cuisine, and marvel at iconic landmarks. Join us as we explore the best of Catalonia and Spain!

Trip to Barcelona

Day 1Park Güell and the Enchanting Magic Fountain
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$11

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$ 3

Park Güell
Mosaic-covered buildings, steps & sculptures in verdant park with Gaudi museum & panoramic views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$11
25 - 30 min

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Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Gothic Wonders - Cathedral of Barcelona and Casa Batlló
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$44

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$ 3

Cathedral of Barcelona
Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
7 - 9 min

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Casa Batlló
Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$31
Day 3The Majestic La Sagrada Familia
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$28

La Sagrada Familia
Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$28
Day 4Underwater Adventures and Montjuïc Castle
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$41

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$ 3

Aquàrium Barcelona
Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$31
31 - 38 min

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Montjuïc Castle
17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10

Budget breakdown: $195 In total

Activities & Food:$184
Transport:$12

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Park Güell and the Enchanting Magic Fountain
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$32

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$ 2

Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$17
14 - 17 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
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$15
Day 2Gothic Wonders - Cathedral of Barcelona and Casa Batlló
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$16

Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$16
Day 3The Majestic La Sagrada Familia
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$12

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$ 2

El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$12

Budget breakdown: $195 In total

Activities & Food:$184
Transport:$12