Lisbon, Barcelona & Athens Itinerary: 1-Week Southern Europe City Adventure

Portugal Boutique City Hotel is located in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal, with easy access to attractions such as the slopes of Castelo de São Jorge, Rossio Square and Igreja de São Roque. Accommodation consists of a variety of guest rooms and suites, each equipped with air conditioning, a hairdryer, a minibar, a safe and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy delicious meals at any of the on-site restaurants and refreshing drinks at the hotel bar.

Fado In Chiado offers an atmospheric 50-minute fado show in the heart of Lisbon. A female and a male voice perform stirring fado pieces, accompanied by traditional Portuguese and acoustic guitar. The performance impressively conveys the melancholic soul of Portugal in an authentic atmosphere. A cultural experience that music lovers should not miss.

Hotel 1898 is a luxurious and historic hotel located in the heart of Barcelona on the famous La Rambla. Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century building, this hotel combines elegance with rich history, offering guests a unique and memorable experience.

The rooms and suites at Hotel 1898 are tastefully designed, providing a blend of classic charm and modern comforts. Each space is equipped with high-end amenities to ensure a relaxing and indulgent stay, with many rooms offering stunning views of La Rambla or the hotel’s tranquil courtyard.

Dining at Hotel 1898 is a delight, with an exceptional restaurant that serves a variety of Mediterranean and international dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the rooftop bar, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of Barcelona’s skyline.

The hotel's luxurious spa provides a perfect retreat for relaxation, featuring a range of treatments and wellness facilities, including a heated pool. The central location of Hotel 1898 makes it easy to explore Barcelona’s major attractions, vibrant neighborhoods, and cultural highlights.

Meet your local guide to enjoy the most inescapable element of Spanish cuisine: Tapas tour, popular all over the world. In all Spain's cities you will find bars, taverns & markets specialized in tapas. Spend few hours escorted by an expert guide who will point out little-known cultural and gastronomic landmarks, while listening to stories and legends of this tapas culture during the tour.

Fresh Hotel Athens is ideally located right in the city's centre, providing guests with easy access to several ancient sites and iconic landmarks, such as the Acropolis, the New Acropolis Museum, the National Archaeological Museum, and the National Gardens. Accommodation consists of spacious guest rooms and suites, each equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi access, a television and a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy dining at the onsite restaurant, unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Additional amenities include meeting facilities, a 24-hour front desk, private parking, a gym and an outdoor swimming pool. In-room massage services are also available.

The tour begins in front of the Parliament in Syntagma Square where you will see the Monument of the Unknown Soldier and the change of the famous Guards. A pleasant walk will follow through the National Gardenand on to the Zappeion Hall, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. From here you will enter the Plaka area heading to the Acropolis and visit with your guide the Propylaea, the Temple of Nike, and the Parthenon, the monuments that remind us of the Glory of Ancient Athens and the Golden Age of Pericles. See also in the surrounding the Athenian Agora, the Observatory, the Hill of Democracy (Pnyx), Mars and Philoppapos Hill, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the Theater of Dionysus. At the end of the tour, and since you are so close, do not miss the opportunity to visit on your own the New Acropolis Museum.