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Madrid in 2 Days: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Luis Fernando Perez

Luis Fernando Perez

10 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in just 2 days! Explore iconic landmarks like Plaza de España and Puerta de Alcalá, indulge in delicious meals at Trenque Lauquen and Faborit, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Palacio de Cristal and Cibeles Fountain.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$90

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$ 15

Puerta del Sol

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Puerta del Sol
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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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
7 - 9 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
6 - 8 min

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Estación Museo Chamberí
Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 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
8 - 12 min

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Trenque Lauquen
El restaurante Trenque Lauquen es una original pizzeria argentina que se encuentra pegado al Parque del Retiro. Allí podrás degustar las mejores empanadas de la ciudad y no te puedes perder una extensa variedad de pizzas artesanales.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$57
9 - 11 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Faborit
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Puerta del Sol
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
+

$90

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$ 15

Puerta del Sol

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Puerta del Sol
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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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
10 - 15 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Casa Paco
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$51
Café de la Rivière
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
Puerta del Sol
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $210 In total

Activities & Food:$180
Transport:$30