10 days in Andalucia & Madrid Itinerary

Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

You've now added La Calle Larios to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): shop like a local with La Calle Larios, then explore the ancient world of Teatro Romano, then contemplate the long history of Alcazaba, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at Muelle Uno.

To find more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Malaga tour itinerary maker tool .

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major airports are Málaga Airport, Jerez Airport and Sevilla Airport. In November, daily temperatures in Malaga can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. You will have some time to spend on the 30th (Sat) before leaving for Ronda.

Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.

You've added Plaza de Espana, Old City, Museo Lara, and other attractions to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): delve into the distant past at Baños Arabes, get all the information you need at Plaza de Espana, take in the views from Puente Nuevo, then take a stroll through Old City, then see the interesting displays at Museo Lara, and finally contemplate the long history of Casa Del Rey Moro.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, read Ronda tour planning site .

You can drive from Malaga to Ronda in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In November, daytime highs in Ronda are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Malaga.

For where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Malaga trip itinerary builder website .

Getting from Ronda to Malaga by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. You will leave for Madrid on the 1st (Sun).

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

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Wanda Metropolitano. Start off your visit on the 1st (Sun): let the kids burn off some steam at Wanda Metropolitano.

For more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Madrid trip planner.

Take a train from Malaga to Madrid in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Malaga in December, with highs in Madrid at 14°C and lows at 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to take a train to Malaga.

To find where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Malaga day trip planner.

You can take a train from Madrid to Malaga in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Madrid in December; daily highs in Malaga reach 20°C and lows reach 9°C. On the 3rd (Tue), you'll travel to Marbella.

Once a village of humble fishermen, Marbella is now one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on Spain’s world-famous Costa del Sol, boasting swanky nightclubs, classy hotels, and expensive restaurants.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Fuente de la Virgen del Rocio, Paseo Maritimo and Puerto Banus Marina. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): go for a stroll along the water at Puerto Banus Marina, take a leisurely stroll along Paseo Maritimo, get to know the fascinating history of Avenida del Mar, then don't miss a visit to Fuente de la Virgen del Rocio, and finally take a stroll through Marbella Old Town.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Marbella attractions planner.

You can take a bus from Malaga to Marbella in an hour. Another option is to drive. December in Marbella sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to take a bus to Malaga.

To find traveler tips, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Malaga online sightseeing planner .

You can take a bus from Marbella to Malaga in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. You will have some time to spend on the 4th (Wed) before leaving for Granada.

Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Mirador de San Nicolas, La Madraza and Generalife. Start off your visit on the 4th (Wed): step into the grandiose world of Alhambra, explore the historical opulence of Nasrid Palaces, take in nature's colorful creations at Generalife, steep yourself in history at La Madraza, then get to know the fascinating history of Mirador de San Nicolas, and finally take a stroll through Albayzin.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Granada trip planner .

Getting from Malaga to Granada by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Malaga in December, with highs in Granada at 15°C and lows at 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Malaga.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Malaga trip planner .

You can drive from Granada to Malaga in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Granada in December: high temperatures in Malaga hover around 20°C and lows are around 9°C. You will leave for Seville on the 5th (Thu).

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Centro Historico de Sevilla, Barrio Santa Cruz and Torre Giralda. On the 5th (Thu), steep yourself in history at Plaza de España, steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, take a stroll through Centro Historico de Sevilla, then take a stroll through Barrio Santa Cruz, then admire the landmark architecture of Torre Giralda, and finally admire the striking features of Metropol Parasol.

To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Seville trip maker app .

Getting from Malaga to Seville by bus takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In December in Seville, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 8°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to take a bus to Malaga.

To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Malaga trip planning tool .

You can take a bus from Seville to Malaga in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. You will have some time to spend on the 6th (Fri) before leaving for Cordoba.

Andalucía’s thousand-year-old city, Córdoba, was once the capital of both the Roman Empire and the Moorish Kingdom, representing an alluring mix of cultural and political history.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Casa Andalusi, Roman Bridge and Plaza de la Corredera. On the 6th (Fri), steep yourself in history at Casa Andalusi, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, then snap pictures at Roman Bridge, and finally don't miss a visit to Plaza de la Corredera.

For where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Cordoba trip itinerary maker .

Getting from Malaga to Cordoba by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Cordoba when traveling from Malaga in December, with lows around 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Malaga.

Museo Picasso Malaga has been added to your itinerary. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Pasaje de Chinitas, admire the masterpieces at Museo Picasso Malaga, then see the interesting displays at Automobile and Fashion Museum, and finally stroll around Parque de Malaga.

For more things to do, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Malaga journey maker website .

You can take a train from Cordoba to Malaga in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cordoba in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Malaga, with lows of 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.