7-Day Tour of Spain and Portugal - Super Detailed Guide, Save It Now!
Spain and Portugal Trip, Seven Days of Highlights! Experience the exotic atmosphere of the two countries and enjoy the blend of romance and history. Start your dream journey now!
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Spain and Portugal are located on the Iberian Peninsula, with a long history and unique regional styles. Spain is known as the country of bullfighting, while Portugal is known as the initiator of the Age of Exploration. 🏰🛶 Come to Spain and Portugal to experience the profound history and the vastness of the ocean!
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🚩Suggested Route: In-depth tour of Spain and Portugal
Day 1: Jerónimos Monastery -> 25 de Abril Bridge -> Monument to the Discoveries -> Belém Tower
📍In Lisbon, explore the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, stroll across the 25 de Abril Bridge, and feel the weight of history. Visit the Monument to the Discoveries, trace the maritime history of Portugal, and finally enjoy the sea view at the ancient Belém Tower.
Day 2: Cabo da Roca -> Toledo Old Town -> Toledo Cathedral
📍Head to Cabo da Roca, the edge of Europe, and experience the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean. Afterwards, explore the ancient city of Toledo, immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere, and visit the magnificent Toledo Cathedral.
Day 3: Plaza Mayor -> Royal Palace of Madrid -> Puerta del Sol -> Plaza de España -> Gran Vía
📍In Madrid, start your city tour from Plaza Mayor and visit the magnificent Royal Palace of Madrid. Afterwards, head to the bustling Puerta del Sol, then stroll to Plaza de España, and finally shop and relax along Gran Vía.
Day 4: Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar -> Aljafería Palace
📍Experience the sacred atmosphere of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, and then explore the Aljafería Palace, full of Moorish architectural style.
Day 5: City of Arts and Sciences -> Casa Milà -> Sagrada Família -> Valencia Cathedral
📍Visit the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, then go to Casa Milà to admire Gaudí's architectural masterpiece. Then visit the unfinished Sagrada Família, and finally experience the solemnity of religion at Valencia Cathedral.
Day 6: Alhambra
📍Spend the whole day exploring the magnificent Alhambra and experience the unique charm and rich history and culture of this red palace.
Day 7: Plaza de España -> Seville Cathedral -> Alcázar of Seville -> Royal Alcázar of Seville
📍In Seville, revisit Plaza de España and experience its unique architectural style. Afterwards, visit the world-famous Seville Cathedral and the ancient Alcázar of Seville, followed by a visit to the magnificent Royal Alcázar of Seville.
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Must-see attractions:
✨Royal Palace of Madrid 5 stars✨
Address: C. de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, España
Opening hours: Jan 7-Mar 31 Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00; Sun 10:00-16:00
Duration: 1-2 hrs
One of the best-preserved palaces in the world, where the traces of history are clearly visible.
🏰Casa Milà 5 stars🏰
Address: Pg. de Gràcia, 92, 08008 Barcelona, España
Opening hours: Mar 4-Nov 1 09:00-20:30, 21:00-23:00
Duration: 1-2 hrs
Wavy appearance, unique architectural style, every corner is full of artistic atmosphere, giving people unlimited imagination.
💒Sagrada Família 5 stars💒
Address: C/ de Mallorca, 401, 08013 Barcelona
Opening hours: Mar 1-Mar 31 Mon-Fri 09:00-19:00; Sat 09:00-18:00; Sun 10:30-19:00
Duration: 2-3 hrs
A landmark of Spain, the delicate carvings inside and the varied styles of the exterior complement each other, a close combination of art and faith.
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🧳 Travel Checklist:
📞 Prepare your phone card for hassle-free internet access.
🔌 Travel adapter is essential for voltage conversion.
🪪 Passport and visa in hand for smoother immigration.
👕 The weather in March is still slightly cool, so pack light jackets and long pants.
🔋 Charger and power bank to keep your phone powered up.
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Spain and Portugal trip, experience the blend of passion and history. Don't miss this guide, let's embark on a wonderful adventure together!
Stay near the Majorelle Gardens. After visiting several gardens and museums, walk from this pleasant and exquisite area to several attractions on the Djemaa El Fna Square. Visit the city's large bazaar in the old town of Marrakech. There are all kinds of people, streets, and horse-drawn carriages. After sunset, the market in the square becomes a group of food stalls. You can experience it and eat barbecue. The Moroccan breakfast is colorful and you can try it.
Compared with the bustling Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor adds a sense of laziness. When I walked into this square "courtyard" from the ancient neighborhood of Madrid, I immediately felt a unique atmosphere! There are 9 arches in the square connecting the surrounding streets and alleys.
Plaza Mayor was built in 1619. In the more than 300 years since its completion, it was damaged by fire three times and rebuilt three times. It survived until the third reconstruction in 1953. The rectangular square is 129 meters long and 94 meters wide. In the center stands the equestrian statue of Philip III who ordered the construction of the square. It is surrounded by four-story buildings with 237 balconies facing the square. The nine arched gates of the square lead to the main streets in the city center. The most ornamental building in the square, the House of Bakery, has exquisite murals on its exterior walls. The City Hall and the Tourist Service Center are both located here. Around the square and the arcades of the buildings, there are shops and restaurants lined up, and citizens and tourists are eating and eating leisurely. The stamp and coin market is open, and people come and go, bargaining, and have a great time. All over the square, street performers of all kinds are working hard to show their various talents, becoming a beautiful landscape.
On the morning of the first day in Madrid, I came to Plaza Mayor. Come here to stroll and have breakfast. There will be some clowns and artists in the square. Please be careful when talking to them. If you want to take photos with them or take pictures, you need to prepare tips. I had breakfast at Corner Cafe, which is right in Plaza Mayor. The small coffee shop was full of locals. There was only one clerk, who took orders, prepared meals, and did the cashiering. I ordered coffee, local Spanish snacks, Churros, and croissants, which were very cheap. The taste was good, and Churros tasted a bit like Chinese fried dough sticks. The Americano here is very small, and the black coffee is even smaller. If you want to drink coffee, you should go to Starbucks, where the cups are bigger ~ otherwise I can drink 5 cups in a row in the local coffee shop...haha!
Although the square is not big, the scenery is good and it is worth a visit.