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Madrid, Spain
Start your road trip in the Spanish capital. Don't miss the Prado Museum and an evening tapas crawl through La Latina neighbourhood. Pick up your rental car on day 3 before heading south.
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Oviedo, Spain
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Barcelona, Spain
End your road trip in Catalonia's cosmopolitan capital. Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell are essential stops, alongside the lively La Boqueria market on Las Ramblas. The Gothic Quarter is perfect for an evening wander before dropping off your rental car.
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Valencia, Spain
Drive up the Mediterranean coast to the birthplace of paella — eating it at a beachside restaurant in La Malvarrosa is a must. Explore the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences and the vibrant Ruzafa neighbourhood for nightlife. The old town's Central Market is one of Europe's most beautiful food markets.
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Granada, Spain
Book your Alhambra tickets well in advance — this Moorish palace complex is Spain's most visited monument. The Albaicín hillside neighbourhood offers stunning views of the palace at sunset. Granada is famous for serving free tapas with every drink ordered at a bar.
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Ronda, Spain
One of Spain's most dramatic hilltop towns, perched above a stunning 100-metre gorge. The Puente Nuevo bridge is one of the most photographed spots in Andalusia. Try local oxtail stew (rabo de toro) at one of the restaurants near the bullring.
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Seville, Spain
Seville is the beating heart of Andalusia with its majestic Alcázar palace and iconic Giralda tower. The Triana neighbourhood across the river is perfect for flamenco shows and ceramic shopping. Evenings come alive with tapas bars around the Alameda de Hércules.
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Córdoba, Spain
Home to the breathtaking Mezquita-Catedral, one of the world's great architectural wonders. Stroll through the Judería (Jewish quarter) and lose yourself in the flower-filled patios. Salmorejo, a thick cold tomato soup, is a local speciality you must try.
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Toledo, Spain
A stunning medieval walled city just 75km south of Madrid, perfect as a first driving stop. Wander the narrow streets of the old town and try carcamusas, a local meat and vegetable stew. The panoramic views from the Parador are unmissable.