4 days in Spain & Rome Itinerary

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Madrid, Spain
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Rome, Italy
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Barcelona, Spain
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Madrid, Spain — 1 night

Cultural Capital of Spain

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercado San Miguel, steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor, then don't miss a visit to Puerta del Sol, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Royal Palace of Madrid. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Sat): admire the masterpieces at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, walk around Parque del Retiro, and then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum.

To see photos, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Madrid trip itinerary app.

Zaragoza to Madrid is an approximately 2-hour train ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Madrid can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Rome.
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Rome, Italy — 1 night

Eternal City

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.
On the 30th (Sun), delve into the distant past at Colosseum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, then contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, then delve into the distant past at Pantheon, and finally ponder the design of Trevi Fountain.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read Rome sightseeing planning tool.

You can fly from Madrid to Rome in 5.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In April, daily temperatures in Rome can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain — 1 night

Jewel of the Mediterranean

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.
Kick off your visit on the 1st (Mon): contemplate the long history of Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, then admire the striking features of Casa Batllo, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally walk around Parc Guell.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Barcelona day trip website.

Getting from Rome to Barcelona by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to catch the train back home.
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Spain travel guide

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A colorful country known for its relaxed lifestyle, vibrant nightlife, excellent food, and world-famous folklore and festivals, Spain boasts a huge number of World Heritage Sites and other spectacular places to visit. It also deserves its reputation as a beach vacation destination; the Western edge of the Mediterranean Sea is home to some of the world’s top beaches. But Spain’s geography is so much more than just soft, sandy shores. Its landscapes are as diverse as its people, ranging from lush meadows and snowy mountains to huge marshes and sprawling deserts. The countryside bursts with unspoiled villages of timeless beauty and old-world charm, as well as vast and varied nature preserves.
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