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Explore the best attractions and destinations Spain has to offer, from the art and cuisine in Barcelona through gorgeous Southern Spain, all the way to the vibrant Madrid

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About Barcelona

<p>This lively, exciting metropolis, set on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, is renowned for its exceptional architecture, rich cultural heritage, delicious cuisine, stunning beaches, and fascinating history. It is said that a secret of Barcelona's charm lies in the fact that its tourist sites are an integral part of its residents&rsquo; daily life.</p>

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Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain

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About Valencia

<p>It is a bustling and prosperous port city and the capital of a fertile agricultural area, a thriving industrial center with metal, furniture, and paper factories, and a large export hub for citrus fruits, vegetables, and wine. It is also home to some of Spain&rsquo;s best beaches and provides a unique mix of culture, history, and fun in the sun.</p>

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Valencia

Valencian Community, Spain

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About Granada

<p>Situated approximately 2421 feet above sea level, Granada is perched against the background of the snowy Sierra Nevada Mountains while also being close to the famous beaches of the <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/spain/costa-del-sol">Costa del Sol</a>. All these features, combined with its comfortable climate, make Granada an attractive destination for tourists.</p>

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Granada

Andalusia, Spain

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About Ronda

<p>The gorge separates the city&rsquo;s 15th century &ldquo;new town&rdquo; from its &ldquo;old town&rdquo; which dates back to the previous centuries of Moorish rule. Ronda is surrounded by the Serrania de Ronda with beautiful countryside, landscapes, and charming villages. A narrow fissure, approximately 328 feet deep, crosses the city, and there are three bridges which connect the two sides of the city.</p>

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Ronda

Andalusia, Spain

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About Seville

<p>It is also home to great art, outstanding architecture, colorful flamenco dancing &ndash; and let&rsquo;s not forget its renowned tapas!&nbsp;</p>

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Seville

Andalusia, Spain

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About Toledo

<p>The charming city of Toledo, in Central <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/spain">Spain</a>, is the capital of the province of Toledo. It is a walled city located on a mountaintop above the plains of <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/spain/castile-la-mancha">Castilla-La Mancha</a>, surrounded on three sides by the Tajo River and lovely landscapes.</p>

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Castile-La Mancha, Spain

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About Madrid

<p>Madrid, the capital of <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/spain/">Spain</a> and its largest city, is the seat of the government of Spain and the residence of the Spanish monarch. In short, Madrid is the political, economic, and cultural center of Spain.&nbsp;</p>

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Madrid

Community of Madrid, Spain

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Spain's Backbone
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City name
Date
Nights
1.
Barcelona, Spain
3 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

1.1
Peniscola Castle
1.2
Delta de l'Ebre Nature Park
1.3
Els Ports Nature Park
1.4
Corbera d'Ebre Old Town
1.5
Oropesa
1.6
Monastery of Pedralbes
1.7
Castle of Sagunto
1.8
Ferreres Aqueduct
1.9
Centcelles Mausoleum
1.10
Devil's Bridge
2.
Valencia, Spain
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

2.1
Jaen
2.2
Las Sierras de Cazorla, Segura, and las Villas Nature Reserv
2.3
Monteagudo Castle
2.4
Sanctuary of the Virgin of la Fuensanta
2.5
Almagro
2.6
Yedra Castle
2.7
Baeza
2.8
Alarcon
2.9
Ubeda
2.10
Cuenca
3.
Granada, Spain
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

3.1
Marbella
3.2
Torremolinos
3.3
Nerja
3.4
Murcielagos Cave
3.5
Olvera Arab Castle
3.6
Estepona
3.7
Mijas
3.8
Poqueira Gorge
3.9
Priego de Cordoba
3.10
Zuheros
4.
Ronda, Spain
1 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

4.1
Route of the White Villages
4.2
Arcos de la Frontera
4.3
Jerez de la Frontera
4.4
The King's Little Pathway
4.5
Caminito Del Rey
4.6
Carmona
4.7
Los Gaitanes Gorge
4.8
Donana National Park
4.9
The A 376 Road
4.10
Cadiz
5.
Seville, Spain
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

5.1
Almodovar del Rio Castle
5.2
Caceres
5.3
The Campina
5.4
San Vicente Pass
5.5
Jaen
5.6
Almagro
5.7
Tablas de Daimiel National Park
5.8
Plasencia
5.9
Badajoz
5.10
Priego de Cordoba
6.
Toledo, Spain
1 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

6.1
Don Justo's Self Built Cathedral
6.2
El Escorial Monastery
6.3
Valley of the Fallen
6.4
Alcala de Henares
6.5
Chinchon
6.6
Segovia
6.7
Consuegra
6.8
Avila
6.9
Cabaneros National Park
6.10
Sierra de Gredos
7.
Madrid, Spain
3 nights