13 days in Spain, Marseille & Nice Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): admire the landmark architecture of Metropolis Building, then don't miss a visit to Paseo del Prado, and then don't miss a visit to Puerta del Sol. Keep things going the next day: explore the world behind art at Museo Sorolla, then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, then pause for some photo ops at Puerta de Alcala, and finally get engrossed in the history at Naval Museum.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. In February, daily temperatures in Madrid can reach 52°F, while at night they dip to 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Valencia.

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

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Museu Faller de Valencia and Valencia Cathedral. Venture out of the city with trips to Hammam La Safor (in Almoines) and Gandia (Museu Faller of Gandia, Palau Ducal dels Borja Gandia, &more). There's still lots to do: get a sense of history and politics at Edificio de Correos y Telegrafos, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, admire the landmark architecture of Torres de Quart, and take in nature's colorful creations at Jardi de Monfort.

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You can take a train from Madrid to Valencia in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Traveling from Madrid in February, things will get somewhat warmer in Valencia: highs are around 63°F and lows about 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to fly to Marseille.

The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Mon): test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, identify plant and animal life at Le Sentier Du Lezard, and then visit The Panier. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Tue): stroll through Parc National des Calanques and then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Vincent de Paul Church.

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Getting from Valencia to Marseille by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. When traveling from Valencia in February, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Marseille: temperatures range from 54°F by day to 39°F at night. On the 1st (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

On the 1st (Wed), stroll around Parc des Arenes de Cimiez and then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Visite Confiturerie Herbin, admire the natural beauty at Les Jardins Bioves, then make a trip to Fort de la Revere, and finally walk around Parc Naturel Departemental de la Grande Corniche.

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Traveling by car from Marseille to Nice takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Nice can reach 59°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Barcelona.

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

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): walk around Ciutadella Park, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, then admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, then admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa Amatller. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Sun): make a trip to Placa Reial, then see the interesting displays at Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum, then don't miss a visit to Ciutat Vella, and finally wander the streets of El Born.

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Fly from Nice to Barcelona in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 62°F in March, and nighttime lows around 47°F. On the 6th (Mon), you'll travel back home.