Quick answer
Spend three nights in Barcelona for the Sagrada Família, Park Güell and Montserrat, fly to Seville for two nights of the Alcázar, the Cathedral and flamenco, then take the 2h30 fast train to Madrid for a night with the Prado and Royal Palace. Fly into Barcelona and out of Madrid. Mid-range land cost starts at about ₹80,000 per person.
The route
- Barcelona
- Montserrat
- Barcelona
- Seville
- Madrid
Day-by-day plan
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Day 1
Arrive in Barcelona, Gothic Quarter
Morning: Land at El Prat; Aerobús or taxi to the centre (about 30 minutes).
Afternoon: Gothic Quarter, the cathedral and El Born's lanes.
Evening: Tapas dinner and a walk down to the waterfront at Port Vell.
Stay: Barcelona — Eixample or Gothic Quarter
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Day 2
Gaudí day
Morning: Sagrada Família on a pre-booked morning slot.
Afternoon: Casa Batlló on Passeig de Gràcia, then Park Güell's monumental zone in the late afternoon.
Evening: Dinner in Gràcia's small squares.
Stay: Barcelona
Book the Sagrada Família on the official site up to two months ahead; 2026 is Gaudí's centenary year and slots go fast.
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Day 3
Montserrat and Montjuïc
Morning: Train and rack railway to Montserrat (about 1h30 each way) for the monastery and mountain views.
Afternoon: Back to Barcelona for La Boqueria market or Barceloneta beach.
Evening: Montjuïc and the Magic Fountain, if it's running.
Stay: Barcelona
- 4
Day 4
Fly to Seville, Plaza de España and flamenco
Morning: Flight from Barcelona to Seville (about 1h40).
Afternoon: Plaza de España and María Luisa Park.
Evening: Flamenco in a small tablao in Santa Cruz or Triana.
Stay: Seville — Santa Cruz or El Arenal
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Day 5
Alcázar, Cathedral and Triana
Morning: Royal Alcázar at opening, before the heat and the tour groups.
Afternoon: Cathedral and the ramp up the Giralda tower, then a siesta.
Evening: Setas de Sevilla walkway at sunset and a walk across the river to Triana for tapas.
Stay: Seville
To see the Alhambra, swap this day for Granada (about 2h45 each way) with Nasrid Palaces tickets booked weeks ahead.
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Day 6
Fast train to Madrid
Morning: AVE high-speed train to Madrid (about 2h30).
Afternoon: Royal Palace and the Plaza Mayor.
Evening: The Prado's free last two hours, then dinner near Huertas or Gran Vía.
Stay: Madrid — Sol, Huertas or Salamanca
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Day 7
Retiro Park and departure
Morning: Retiro Park, the Crystal Palace and the boating lake.
Afternoon: Transfer to Barajas airport (about 30 minutes).
Evening: Fly home.
Book an open-jaw ticket into Barcelona and out of Madrid.
Why Barcelona, Seville and Madrid
These three cities show you three different Spains: Gaudí's Catalan modernism, Moorish-influenced Andalusia with flamenco and orange trees, and Madrid's royal palace and great art. Barcelona to Seville is quickest by air; Seville to Madrid is a 2h30 high-speed train, centre to centre.
Book these before you fly
- Sagrada Família: official site only, up to two months ahead.
- Seville Alcázar: timed entry; mornings go first.
- Alhambra (if adding Granada): often sold out three to six weeks ahead.
- Barcelona–Seville flight and the AVE: cheaper booked 4–6 weeks out.
How to adapt it
- With parents: drop Montserrat for a slower Barcelona day, and take taxis up to Park Güell.
- To add Granada: insert a night between Seville and Madrid. Granada to Madrid is about 3h20 by train.
- In July or August: Seville passes 38°C. Do the Alcázar at opening, rest from 2 to 6 pm, and go out again after sunset.
Spanish meal times are late — lunch at 2 pm, dinner from 9 pm. Snack on fruit and tapas in between, especially with children.
For budgets see Spain trip cost; for Barcelona areas see where to stay in Barcelona; and for more sights see things to do in Spain. Check the Spain visa guide before applying.
Frequently asked questions
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