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Discover the Magic of Madrid: An 11-Day Adventure

Milagros Arrunategui Salazar

29 Sep 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 11-day journey through the vibrant city of Madrid, Spain. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in rich culture, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Spain.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$23

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$ 4

Neptune Fountain

Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes

Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

8 - 11 min

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Puerta del Sol

Busy central square featuring well-known buildings, statues & a clock that rings in the New Year.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

11 - 14 min

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Temple of Debod

Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$35

Royal Palace of Madrid

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$35

15 - 22 min

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Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great

Imposing neoclassical church with vast frescoed dome & chapel painted by Goya, plus guided tours.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

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$8

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$ 4

Mercado de San Miguel

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Plaza de España

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Sorolla Museum

Former home studio of the 20th-century painter Joaquín Sorolla, housing his works of Spanish scenes.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

Day 4

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$0

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$ 4

Western Park

Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Palacio de Cristal

Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

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$18

Naval Museum

Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$8

10 - 15 min

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Real Jardín Botánico

Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

Day 6

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$0

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$ 4

Parque de la Quinta de los Molinos

Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna

Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

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$0

Parque Juan Carlos I

Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 8

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$38

Museo Nacional del Prado

Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

Day 9

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$0

El Retiro Park

Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 10

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$0

Matadero Madrid

Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 11

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$0

Budget breakdown: $134 In total

Activities & Food:$120

Transport:$14