19 days in Spain & Lisbon Itinerary

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): wander the streets of Alfama, make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Belém Tower, then explore the historical opulence of Quinta da Regaleira, and then step into the grandiose world of Park and National Palace of Pena.

To see reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Lisbon tour planner.

Toronto, Canada to Lisbon is an approximately 10-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is 5 hours. When traveling from Toronto in June, plan for a bit warmer days in Lisbon, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Seville.

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.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): admire the striking features of Torre del Oro and then steep yourself in history at Plaza de España.

For more things to do, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Seville day trip planner.

Getting from Lisbon to Seville by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Lisbon to Seville, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time for the train ride to 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.

Cordoba is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mezquita Cathedral de Cordoba, take a stroll through Jewish Quarter (Juderia), contemplate the long history of Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, and snap pictures at Roman Bridge.

To find reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Cordoba trip planner.

You can take a train from Seville to Cordoba in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Seville in June, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Cordoba: temperatures range from 40°C by day to 19°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Madrid.

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

On the 25th (Sat), stroll around Parque del Retiro, admire the masterpieces at Prado National Museum, and then contemplate the long history of Royal Palace of Madrid.

To find reviews, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Madrid journey planning app.

Getting from Cordoba to Madrid by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Cordoba in June: highs in Madrid hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can fly to Lisbon.

Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Sintra (Castelo dos Mouros, Photography Tours, &more), Praia da Nazare (in Nazare) and Obidos (Rua Direita & Obidos Village). Spend the 7th (Thu) exploring nature at Parque Natural da Arrabida. Explore Lisbon further: observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa, take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, and explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional do Azulejo.

To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Lisbon travel tool.

Fly from Madrid to Lisbon in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Madrid to Lisbon, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Madrid in June, plan for a bit cooler days in Lisbon, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.