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Madrid in 4 Days: A Journey of Art, Culture, and Adventure

Valeria Escobar

Valeria Escobar

5 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Madrid, Spain. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant art and culture of this magnificent city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$57

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$ 2

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 11 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Acid Café
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$19
5 - 8 min

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Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$19
6 - 9 min

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El Cielo
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$11
Day 2
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$72

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$ 5

Casabase Pan y Cositas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
11 - 16 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
4 - 5 min

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Ôven Mozzarella Bar
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$17
3 - 4 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
11 - 14 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
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$13
16 - 23 min

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Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
8:15 PM - 10:15 PM
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$18
Day 3
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$92

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$ 5

Fonda Genara
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
12 - 17 min

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Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
48 - 58 min

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Zabala Empanadas
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
8 - 10 min

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Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$44
16 - 20 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Ramen Kagura
Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$18
Day 4
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$93

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$ 4

El Palacio del Pollo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
23 - 28 min

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Parque Warner Madrid
Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$50
32 - 39 min

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Pui's Thai Tapas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$13
5 - 8 min

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Pui's Thai Tapas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10

Budget breakdown: $328 In total

Activities & Food:$313
Transport:$15