Adventures in Barcelona and Madrid

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6 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant cities of Barcelona and Madrid. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover iconic landmarks. Join us as we explore the hidden gems and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of these captivating destinations.

Trip to Barcelona

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Barcelona's Architectural Marvels

$74

$ 6

Ornate 1888 Corinthian column topped with a statue of Christopher Columbus pointing toward America.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$12

7 - 10 min

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Ornate modernist mansion that is a historically significant example of early Gaudí architecture.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$24

14 - 17 min

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Huge circular fountain renowned for its scheduled shows of water & light choreographed to music.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

26 - 39 min

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This massive indoor arena used in the 1992 Summer Olympics hosts sporting events & concerts.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

Day 2Delights of Barcelona: From Castles to Markets

$45

$ 6

17th-century hilltop fortress & former prison, housing a military museum with impressive city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

13 - 16 min

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Famous indoor public market with meat, produce, cheese & an array of other food in a bustling space.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$12

10 - 15 min

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Central, tree-lined, sculpture-filled square lined with shops & cafes, used for special events.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Classical archway built as the main entrance to the Universal Exhibition hosted by the city in 1888.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

Day 3A Symphony of Art and History in Barcelona

$131

$ 6

Art nouveau concert hall known for its ornate facade & opulent auditorium with a stained-glass dome.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$44

7 - 10 min

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Imposing Gothic cathedral with geese-filled cloisters, offering guided tours & city-wide views.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

13 - 16 min

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Tanks themed by marine habitat, including a Mediterranean ecosystem, plus scuba diving with sharks.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

Day 4Wildlife Encounters and Nature Escapes in Barcelona

$50

Park setting for zoo with exotic animals in natural habitats, plus sea lion feedings.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

4 - 5 min

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Park created in late 1800s, with zoo, boating lake, ornate museums and lush walking trails.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Gaudi's Masterpieces and Local Treasures in Barcelona

$151

$ 16

14th-century, Gothic-style church with soaring columns & 3 naves, plus grand stained glass windows.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

11 - 14 min

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Vibrant market for fresh fish, produce & vegetables set in a sprawling 1882 steel-frame building.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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Fantastical, curving dragon-roofed apartment block, now a museum, created by architect Antoni Gaudi.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$62

10 - 12 min

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Antoni Gaudí's renowned unfinished church, started in the 1880s, with museum and city views.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$56

Day 6Nature's Serenity and Architectural Wonders in Barcelona

$50

$ 6

8,000 hectare natural area for cycling, birdwatching & historic sites, plus themed & guided walks.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Gaudi's Catalan art nouveau period building with quarrylike facade, hosting exhibitions & concerts.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$50

Day 7Unleashing the Curiosity at Barcelona's Science Museum

$38

Imposing modernist building housing science museum with planetarium & living Amazonian rainforest.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $918 In total

Activities & Food:$842

Transport:$77

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Barcelona's Architectural Marvels

$ 4

Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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11 - 16 min

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Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Delights of Barcelona: From Castles to Markets

$96

$ 7

Polar & jungle ecosystems in a zoo with hundreds of animal species kept in their natural habitats.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$62

24 - 29 min

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Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$34

Day 3A Symphony of Art and History in Barcelona

$35

$ 4

Museum of railway history in grand former station, with carriages & locomotives, library & archives.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

6 - 8 min

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Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

4 - 5 min

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Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

Day 4Wildlife Encounters and Nature Escapes in Barcelona

$77

$ 10

Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$62

14 - 17 min

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Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Huge collections with fossils, whale skeleton & dinosaur replica, housed in a 19th-century building.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$15

Day 5Gaudi's Masterpieces and Local Treasures in Barcelona

$30

$ 7

Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

62 - 75 min

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Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Nature's Serenity and Architectural Wonders in Barcelona

$59

$ 10

Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Renowned opera house established in 1850 with frequent performances, guided tours & a grand design.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

23 - 28 min

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Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$34

18 - 22 min

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Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna

Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $918 In total

Activities & Food:$842

Transport:$77