36 days in Barcelona & Madrid 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 Lloret de Mar (Museu del Mar - Can Garriga, Fenals Beach, &more), Tossa de Mar (Museu Municipal de Tossa de Mar, Vila Vella (Old Town), &more) and Blanes (Jardi Botanic Marimurtra, Castillo de San Juan, &more). Pack the 15th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at PortAventura. The adventure continues: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, make a trip to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, pick up some local products at La Boqueria, and ponder the design of The Magic Fountain.

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Newcastle upon Tyne, UK to Barcelona is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Newcastle upon Tyne in August; daily highs in Barcelona reach 33°C and lows reach 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to travel to Madrid.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Toledo (Iglesia de San Ildefonso Jesuitas, Casco Historico de Toledo, &more). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, stroll around Parque del Retiro, and make a trip to Puerta del Sol.

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Traveling by train from Barcelona to Madrid takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Barcelona in September since evenings lows in Madrid dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can travel back home.