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A Spanish Edit:
Seville & Madrid

Two cities, one trip — grand plazas, old streets, late nights, flamenco, long walks and the looks I wore through it all.

The Spain Edit

Spain was the kind of trip that kept changing pace. Seville felt cinematic and sun-washed; Madrid brought the energy of a capital city. I wanted this edit to capture both — the beautiful landmarks, the spontaneous moments and the outfits that made the trip feel like mine.

Eliza at the Royal Palace gates in Madrid
01 • The Stay

A two-city Spanish escape.

For a trip split between Seville and Madrid, location matters. I loved being able to step outside and make the city itself the itinerary — walking, stopping for a meal, changing for the evening and heading right back out.

Eliza overlooking Madrid from a rooftop
Eliza walking near the Giralda in Seville
02 • Seville

The city that stole the show.

Seville gave us the most dramatic backdrops: the Cathedral and Giralda, tiled plazas, carriage rides and an evening of flamenco. It is a city that practically asks you to slow down and look around.

Eliza at Plaza de España in Seville
Eliza overlooking the river in Seville
Horse carriage near Seville Cathedral

Plaza de España, the Giralda and one of Seville’s classic carriage moments.

03 • Madrid

A change of pace.

Madrid was the second chapter of the trip: busier, polished and made for long days on foot. Rather than over-plan it, I liked letting the days unfold around neighborhoods, meals, shopping and whatever caught our attention along the way.

Eliza near Cibeles Palace in Madrid
Eliza at Puerta de Alcalá in Madrid
Eliza overlooking Madrid from a rooftop

Grand boulevards, landmark architecture and a rooftop view over the city.

That contrast is what made combining the two cities work so well — Seville for the romance and tradition, Madrid for the metropolitan energy.

Eliza at Metropol Parasol in Seville
04 • Where I Ate

Incredible food, memorable views.

Food became part of the rhythm of Spain — rooftop drinks over Madrid, long lunches, fresh seafood, local favorites and a paella worth remembering. I loved leaving enough room in the day for a meal to become an experience instead of just the next reservation.

Rooftop drinks and food overlooking Madrid
Fish lunch beside the water in Seville
Spanish lunch with potatoes and roasted garlic
Grilled whole fish with vegetables
Sesame-crusted tuna and salad
Spanish paella with prawns

Madrid rooftops to Seville tables.

Drinks with a view • fresh fish • local favorites • seafood • paella

05 • What I Did

The moments I would repeat.

Horse carriage near Seville Cathedral

A carriage ride through Seville

Touristy? Maybe. Memorable? Absolutely. It matched the mood of the city perfectly.

Flamenco performance in Seville

See flamenco live

The music, movement and atmosphere made this one of the most vivid nights of the trip.

06 • What I Wore

The Spain wardrobe.

Comfortable shoes were non-negotiable, but I still wanted every look to feel pulled together. My formula was easy layers, strong sunglasses, a small crossbody and pieces that could go from sightseeing to lunch without a full reset.

Black leather blazer travel outfit near the Giralda

City Leather

Leather blazer, white crop top, denim, sunglasses and a small crossbody.

Blue shirt travel outfit

Plaza Blue

Bright blue button-down, black leggings, sneakers and a neutral bag.

Long coat travel outfit

Polished Layers

A long tailored coat, easy sneakers and sunglasses for a cooler sightseeing day.

An Evening in Seville

Flamenco after dark.

One of those experiences that instantly feels inseparable from the city — dramatic, intimate and completely unforgettable.

Flamenco dancers performing on stage
07 • Final Thoughts

Two cities made the trip.

I would pair Seville and Madrid again because they gave us two completely different versions of Spain in one edit. Seville delivered the romance, architecture and unforgettable evenings; Madrid brought the movement and city energy. Together, they made the trip feel full without feeling like the same day repeated.

08 • Save This Trip

Spain at a glance.

The details to remember when you start planning your own two-city edit.

Destination
Seville + Madrid, Spain
Trip Style
City break • Culture • Food • Style
Don't Miss
Plaza de España • Flamenco • Wandering the city on foot
Pack
Great walking shoes • Layers • Sunglasses • Crossbody bag
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