12 days roadtrip discovering Spain’s main cities

? You wan to discover all of Spain’s most important cities ? You like urban landscapes but also want to relax on the beach ? ?
You have 12 days ahead you and you like the road trip ? Then you will love this itinerary ! ?
Experience Spain’s culture through three of its regions, each very different from the other.

Itinerary of this 12 days roadtrip in Spain

Barcelona > Valencia > Madrid > Séville > Malaga

? We recommend for this itinerary to rent a car from Hertz. , It’s possible to rent it in one city and return it in another without exorbitant prices and limiting hidden costs.

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? Need a road map to prepare your itinerary ? We recommend this one, the most detailed and the most pleasant to read !

The itinerary : step by step

What to do in Barcelona ?

A few days in the city of Gaüdi.

• Go down the ramblas and walk through the neighbourhood of Barri Gòtic… People, a lot of people, but a must-see !
• Have a drink on the patio of the 7th floor of La Isabela.
• Be sure to go see the Sagrada Familia, the Parc Güell and the Casa Batlló.
• Have a traditionnel paella at Xiringuito Escribà facing the sea.
• Eating out is the best in barceloneta … Enjoy a glass of cava (local sparkling white wine) in the Cava bar called “Can Paixano” (La Xampanyeria).
• Want to chill on the beach ? In the city center you will find the beach of sant Sebastia near the W Hotel. You can even try stand-up paddle ! And if you want to get out of the city, head to Castelldefels, a 30-min drive.

What to do in Valencia ?

Where traditionnel and hyper-modern Spain meet. 

• Spend a night on the nicest patio in Valencia, at the Umbracle night club.
• Walk around the Turia River Garden and visit the City of the Arts and Sciences.
• Get lost the neighbourhood of El carmen.
• Climb up the 204 stairs of the Micalet and enjoy an 360-view from the top the bell tower.
• Have a drink in the trendy neighbourhood of Ruzafa.

What to do in Madrid ?

You’re of for a great start in Spain’s capital : Madrid !

• Discover plaza mayor and its surroundings, the museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, get something to eat in a tapas bar in  la Calle de la Cava Baja.
• Be sure to take the time to go to the flea market on a Sunday in El Rastro and take a break in Parque del Buen Retiro.
• Get a feel of the vintage Madrid in the neighbourhood of Malasana.
• Visit the Atocha train station and its tropical garden. Quite unique, huh ?
• Yu will me amazed by the neighbourhood of Salamanca and its main street la Calle de José Ortega y Gasset. 
• Soccer fan ? Maybe you’ll get the chance to see a game in the famous Berbabeu stadium ( 81000 seats !), or you can also book a tour of the stadium.

What to do in Sevilla ?

Fall for Andalusia’s charming capital. 

• Be sure to go see Plaza de España, incredibly beautiful !
• Get to meet the locals in the neighbourhood of Alamadeando.
• Tired of the city ? Go for a walk in Parque de María Luisa and take your time between the fountains.
• Visit the Cathedral and count the steps when going up Gerald Tower.
• For a unique moment, visit the Alcazar by night (booking required). This beautiful palace is very representative of the city’s cultural evolution, a must-see !
• Stroll through the narrow streets of the neighbourhood of Santa Cruz and step in Hospital de los Venerables and admire its beautiful architecture.
• Buy spices at Triana’s market and spend a day along the calle Betis.

What to do in Malaga ?

City of celebration, get to experience the traditional Spanish night life atmosphere. 

• To discover a beautiful architecture, visit the Roman Theatre and the Alcazaba.
• Foodies ? Be sure to check the Mercado Central de Atarazanas out.
• Head to the Incarnation Cathedral and get your béats taken away by its beauty.
• After a day of exploring the city , relax and party in the historic city center.
• 1 hour up North of Malaga, go explore the famous Caminito del Rey, in El Chorro.

To learning more…

• You want to know all the information about the country ? it’s here.
• Then, to rent a car at the best price, we advise you this website.
• Finally, to book a flight at the best price, we advise you this website.

If you have any information, good tips, or simply a comment about this itinerary, please don’t hesitate to leave us a comment at the bottom of the page! The whole team will be happy to hear from you !