7 days in Barcelona & Rome Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Zipline (in Platja d'Aro), Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro) and Stand-Up Paddleboarding (in Sant Feliu de Guixols). Next up on the itinerary: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, don't miss a visit to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, walk around Parc Guell, and shop like a local with La Boqueria.

For more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Barcelona trip planner.

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Barcelona International Airport, Girona Airport and Reus Air Base. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in August, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can fly to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Explore Rome's surroundings by going to Tivoli (Villa Adriana & Villa d'Este). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Colosseum, make a trip to St. Peter's Basilica, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, and stroll the grounds of Catacombs of Saint Callixtus.

For maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Rome online vacation maker.

Fly from Barcelona to Rome in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. While traveling from Barcelona, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.