60 days in South of Spain, Alicante & Tangier Itinerary

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.

Seville is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Plaza de España, steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, take in nature's colorful creations at Parque de Maria Luisa, and admire the striking features of Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol).

To see ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Seville trip website.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Sevilla Airport, Jerez Airport and Málaga Airport. Expect a daytime high around 60°F in February, and nighttime lows around 45°F. You will leave for Cordoba on the 17th (Fri).

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.

To see maps, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Cordoba journey planner.

Getting from Seville to Cordoba by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In February in Cordoba, expect temperatures between 61°F during the day and 41°F at night. You'll set off for Granada on the 17th (Fri).

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

Explore Granada's surroundings by going to Escuela de Esqui y Montana Al Andalus Activa (in Sierra Nevada National Park) and Monachil (Sierra Nevada Independiente & Los Cahorros). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Alhambra, admire the striking features of Generalife, wander the streets of Albayzin, and don't miss a visit to Carrera del Darro.

For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Granada road trip planner.

Traveling by train from Cordoba to Granada takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Cordoba in February: highs in Granada hover around 54°F, while lows dip to 38°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Alicante.

As Valencia’s second largest city and one of the most well-known along the Costa Blanca, Alicante has an enchanting atmosphere that blends rich history with animated beach life.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Alicante: Benidorm (Placa del Castell, El Casco Antiguo de Benidorm, &more), Hammam La Safor (in Almoines) and Planet Vintage (in Altea). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Alicante (MACA), identify plant and animal life at El Palmeral, appreciate the views at Guadalest Valley, and step into the grandiose world of Castillo de Santa Barbara.

To find more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Alicante day trip planning app.

Getting from Granada to Alicante by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Granada in February; daily highs in Alicante reach 63°F and lows reach 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to fly to Nerja.

Nerja is a municipality on the Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. Step out of Nerja with an excursion to Plaza Almijara in Competa--about 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: appreciate the history behind Monumento A Chanquete, don't miss a visit to Balcony of Europe, explore the different monuments and memorials at Mirador del Cementerio Redondo, and get outside with Ruta del Sol y del Vino.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Nerja route planner.

Traveling by flight from Alicante to Nerja takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Alicante in March since evenings lows in Nerja dip to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Malaga.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to La Carihuela (in Torremolinos) and Benalmadena (Puerto Marina Benalmadena & Parque De La Paloma). There's lots more to do: awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, view the masterpieces at Gravura Taller de Grabado, examine the collection at Museo del Patrimonio Municipal, and admire the masterpieces at Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares.

To find where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Malaga attractions planner.

You can drive from Nerja to Malaga in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Nerja in March; daily highs in Malaga reach 68°F and lows reach 49°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can go by car 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Marbella side-trips: Benalmadena Pueblo (The Old Village) (in Benalmadena), Sunshine Golf (in Mijas) and Mijas Pueblo (Archivo Historico Municipal de Mijas & Adventure Rider Centre). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Museo de Miniaturas Carromato de Mijas, walk around Parque de la Constitucion, don't miss a visit to Dali Sculptures, and get to know the resident critters at Bioparc.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Marbella online trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Malaga to Marbella takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March in Marbella, expect temperatures between 66°F during the day and 50°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Ronda.

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

Ronda is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the stunning scenery at El Tajo de Ronda, shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, take in the views from Roman Bridge, and get great views at Mirador de Aldehuela.

To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, use the Ronda sightseeing planning website.

Traveling by car from Marbella to Ronda takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. March in Ronda sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 47°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can go by car to Tarifa.

As the southernmost point in Europe, Tarifa is famous for having the continent’s best windsurfing conditions, making it a well-known surfer’s paradise.

Change things up with these side-trips from Tarifa: Castillo de Castellar de la Frontera (in Castellar de la Frontera), Mirador El Higueron (in La Linea de la Concepcion) and Valderrama (in Sotogrande). There's lots more to do: get outside with Beer Bike Tarifa, make a trip to Castillo de Guzman el Bueno, contemplate the long history of Muralla urbana de Tarifa, and get engrossed in the history at Archaeological Ensemble of Baelo Claudia.

To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, read our Tarifa day trip site.

Traveling by car from Ronda to Tarifa takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Ronda in March since evenings lows in Tarifa dip to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can ride a ferry to Tangier.

Separated from Spain by the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier remains a mix of North African, French, Spanish, and Portuguese cultural influences.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Gran Mezquita de Tanger, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tangier.

To see photos, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Tangier attractions planner.

Traveling by ferry from Tarifa to Tangier takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Tarifa to Tangier. Expect little chillier evenings in Tangier when traveling from Tarifa in March, with lows around 48°F. On the 27th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Cadiz.

Cádiz is a city and port in southwestern Spain. Explore Cadiz's surroundings by going to Fundacion Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre (in Jerez De La Frontera) and Playa de la Barrosa (in Chiclana de la Frontera). There's lots more to do: head outdoors with Alegranza Experience, don't miss a visit to Yacimiento Arqueologico Gadir, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Victoria, and stroll around Park Genoves.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Cadiz visit planner.

Do a combination of ferry and bus from Tangier to Cadiz in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Tangier to Cadiz, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. March in Cadiz sees daily highs of 63°F and lows of 50°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Seville.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Palacio de las Duenas, then stop by Triana, then get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and finally stroll through Casa de Pilatos.

To find out how to plan a trip to Seville, use our trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Cadiz to Seville in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can travel back home.