Barcelona to Madrid

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  • Barcelona to Madrid
  • Güell Park, designed by Gaudí
  • The Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece, Barcelona
  • Tibidabo hill and the Church of the Sacred Heart, Barcelona
  • Gaudí's buildings, Barcelona
  • Montjuic Castle, Barcelona
  • Camp Nou, F.C. Barcelona stadium
  • Madrid views, with Almudena cathedral
  • Gran Via street by night, Madrid
  • Puerta de Alcalá (Alcala Gate), Madrid
  • Plaza Mayor (Main Square), Madrid
  • Retiro park, Madrid
  • Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid stadium
  • Güell Park, designed by Gaudí
  • The Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece, Barcelona
  • Tibidabo hill and the Church of the Sacred Heart, Barcelona
  • Gaudí's buildings, Barcelona
  • Montjuic Castle, Barcelona
  • Camp Nou, F.C. Barcelona stadium
  • Madrid views, with Almudena cathedral
  • Gran Via street by night, Madrid
  • Puerta de Alcalá (Alcala Gate), Madrid
  • Plaza Mayor (Main Square), Madrid
  • Retiro park, Madrid
  • Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid stadium

Barcelona to Madrid

Trip duration: 5 days
Barcelona - Madrid

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This one-way route takes you to the two most important cities in the country, similar but so different at the same time: Barcelona and Madrid. It's a perfect combination of the magic and charm of Barcelona with the atmosphere and art of Madrid.

On this trip you will visit:

- Barcelona, the most visited city in the country. You will discover emblematic monuments such as the Sagrada Familia cathedral or the Parque Güell on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. This unique city boasts an incomparable charm and atmosphere, great food and people. You cannot miss it!

- Madrid, another city that never sleeps, you'll always have to decide between three or four different plans. You can visit the Prado museum, one of the most important ones in the world, and take in the pretty sights and the great environment on the streets, bars and plazas. You will discover a restless city.

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 Barcelona
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Start your trip! Depending on what time you arrive, you may be able to explore Barcelona in depth or simply get your bearings. Take a stroll or go out for dinner and a refreshing drink. You deserve a rest after your travels!
NIGHT  Barcelona - Gracia City Hostel (o similar category)
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 Barcelona
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In a city as famous as Barcelona, some places shouldn't be missed. Use this day to get a feel for the Catalan capital. Go to the Barrio Gótico and look around the beautiful gothic cathedral. Walk along Las Ramblas, the popular pedestrian shopping street, and check out Boquería market. You could also visit El Borne and the marina, or wander around Raval, the most cosmopolitan neighbourhood with a broad range of cultural attractions and bars. And of course, you must go to the gem of Barcelona: Sagrada Familia, Gaudí's masterpiece. If you still have time, also go to Güell Park, another work by the famous Spanish architect. After an exhausting day in Barcelona you will sleep very well on the night bus to Madrid.

TRIP  Barcelona (Nord) - Madrid (Av. America)
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 Madrid
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Your day in Madrid should include a visit to the Golden Triangle of Art, the three most important museums of the capital: Prado Museum, Reina Sofia Museum and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. If you have to choose, go to Prado if you like classical or to Reina Sofia if you prefer contemporary. After that, you can go to Barrio de las Letras (the Literary Quarter) and eat or drink something in one of the many bars of Huertas Street or Santa Ana Square. Carry on your visit by going to Puerta del Sol and after to Gran Vía, the main commercial street in the city. In the evening, you can go up Fuencarral street to the neighbourhoods of Malasaña and Chueca, which contain plenty of life and lots of bars to have some drinks and keep the night going until very late in a more alternative atmosphere.
NIGHT  Madrid - OK Hostel (o similar category)
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 Madrid
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You can start your next full day in Madrid going along the capital's major artery, Paseo de la Castellana, until you reach Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid's stadium. On your way, you will see the modern part of the city, with bigger streets and straight lines, very different to the chaotic streets in the city centre. Another good choice is to go to Plaza de España (Spain Square) and to the Debod Temple, brought directly from Egypt as a gift. If you are looking for a more alternative or avant-garde scene, a visit to La Casa Encendida, El Matadero or the Círculo de Bellas Artes are cracking options. If you fancy a more multiethnic and alternative neighbourhood, go to Lavapiés and eat in one of the Asian restaurants and have some drinks in the many bars of its streets.
Activities  Today we propose you:
  • Segway Tour (+info)
  • Bike Tour (+info)
  • Walking Tour (+info)
  • Paseo del Arte Pass (+info)
  • Santiago Bernabéu Tour (+info)
  • Flamenco Show + Drink (+info)
  • Pub Crawl (+info)
  • Museo del Prado Tour (+info)
 NIGHT  Madrid - OK Hostel (o similar category)
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 Madrid
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Sadly, the last day of your trip has arrived. Depending on the time of your departure, you could spend your final hours in Madrid visiting some more fantastic places, or simply chill out and relax.
What is and is not included in this Trip


INCLUDED


  • Accommodation: 3 nights' accommodation, with breakfast in the places that include it.

  • Transportation: 1 bus tickets between the cities of the trip (in case of no availability train tickets will be provided).

  • Extras: Entrance tickets and selected activities (pending confirmation by providers).

  • Travel Guide: Written by Nomads Spain and recommended by locals, with useful info and tips of every place to visit during your trip.


NOT INCLUDED


  • Meals: Except for breakfast, when included.

  • Other transportation, transfers, tickets or activities not mentioned on the Trip Inclusions..
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