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7 Days in Spain for First Timers
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Pamela Whisenhunt
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DESTINATIONS VISITED:Spain
PLACES VISITED:Barcelona, Madrid
SUGGESTED DURATION:7 Days
Cover major attractions, mixed with a few off the beaten path gems between Barcelona and Madrid.
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DAY1
Barcelona
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Old City
Walk through the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter to observe architecture from the middle ages. Grab lunch in one of the regional or international markets in the area. Make your way along the tree shaded Las Rambleas for souvenirs, street performers, tapas and drinks. End the day in El Born with a tapas and dinner tour.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Catedral de Barcelona
DAY2
Barcelona
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Modern Spain
Start the day touring two of Catalan Architect, Antoni Gaudi's' works, La Pedrera and Casa Batllo. In the afternoon, take a "skip the line" tour of two of Barcelona's busiest attractions, Park Guell and La Sadrada Familia.
HIGHLIGHTS:
La Pedrera
Casa Batllo
Park Guell
La Sagrada Familia
DAY3
Barcelona
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Montjuic Mountain
Visit the site of the 1992 Olympics, Montjuic Mountain. Finish the day at Barceloneta to stroll along the beach and enjoy dinner.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Joan Miro Museum
Catalan Art Museum
CaixaForum
Barceloneta
DAY4
Barcelona
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Transfer to Madrid
Take speed rail to Madrid
HIGHLIGHTS:
Speed Rail
DAY5
Madrid
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Town Square
Stroll through the Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace and the Almundena Cathedral. End the evening with the locals on a paseo (evening walk)
HIGHLIGHTS:
Plaza Mayor
Royal Palace
Almundena Cathedral
DAY6
Madrid
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Chamberi District
Walk through Conde Duque Cultural venue, military quarters and taverns. Relax in Plaza de Olavide and enjoy tapas and beer with the locals.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Conde Duque
DAY7
Madrid
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Green Space Day
Choose a park for a stroll or hike. Grab a picnic from a local market or enjoy a meal at a smaller venue. If it's Sunday, hit a flea market. End the night with a flamenco performance and dinner.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Ritiro Park
Casa de Campo
Madrid Rio
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