13 days in Madrid, San Sebastian - Donostia & Barcelona Itinerary

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

Cerro del Tio Pio has been added to your itinerary. And it doesn't end there: walk around Parque del Retiro, contemplate the long history of Plaza Mayor, make a trip to Plaza de Oriente, and explore the world behind art at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Madrid itinerary planning tool.

Houston, USA to Madrid is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Houston to Madrid due to the time zone difference. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Houston in June: high temperatures in Madrid hover around 87°F and lows are around 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to fly to San Sebastian - Donostia.

As one of the anchoring cities of the beautiful Basque Country, San Sebastián boasts a trendy, cosmopolitan vibe while still harboring a relaxed, coastal charm.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Ondarreta Beach, Miramar Palace, Gipuzkoa plaza, and other attractions you added. There's lots more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at La Concha Beach, wander the streets of Parte Vieja, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte Igueldo.

To see more things to do and other tourist information, you can read our San Sebastian - Donostia driving holiday planning tool.

Getting from Madrid to San Sebastian - Donostia by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Madrid in June, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in San Sebastian - Donostia: temperatures range from 73°F by day to 60°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Playa de La Barceloneta as well as Parque del Laberint d'Horta. And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, stroll around Parc Guell, and get to know the fascinating history of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

For maps, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Barcelona trip maker site.

Traveling by flight from San Sebastian - Donostia to Barcelona takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from San Sebastian - Donostia in June; daily highs in Barcelona reach 79°F and lows reach 66°F. On the 13th (Tue), you'll travel back home.