Andalusia is the essence of Spain—flamenco, bulls, the Alhambra, Moorish heritage, olive oil. In 7 days, you'll see the most important things. DAY 1-2: SEVILLE Cathedral (the largest Gothic cathedral), Alcázar (a UNESCO Moorish palace), Plaza de España, Triana district. Flamenco evening at Casa de la Memoria. DAY 3: CORDOBA Mezquita-Catedral (a gigantic mosque with a Gothic cathedral inside), Patios in May, Roman Bridge. DAY 4-5: GRANADA Alhambra (book 2 months in advance!), Albaicín, and the view of the Alhambra from the Mirador San Nicolás at sunset. DAY 6: RONDA Puente Nuevo above the gorge, the oldest bullfighting arenas in Spain. DAY 7: MALAGA Picasso Museum, Alcazaba, Malagueta Beach, tapas on Calle Larios. PRACTICAL Best time: April-June, September-October. July-August: hot 40°C+. Car rental recommended for Ronda.