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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey through History and Art

Paras Sehgal

Paras Sehgal

31 Dec 2023

Join me on a whirlwind adventure through the vibrant streets of Madrid, as we explore ancient marvels, indulge in art, and immerse ourselves in the rich culture of the Spanish capital.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Icons of Madrid - From Puerta de Alcalá to the Royal Palace
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$34

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$ 4

Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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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.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
10 - 15 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.
1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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$34
Day 2Nature's Oasis and Artistic Treasures - El Retiro Park and Museo Nacional del Prado
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$32

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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Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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$32
Day 3Art Extravaganza and Football Frenzy - Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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$118

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$ 4

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$24
12 - 17 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30
18 - 22 min

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Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$64

Budget breakdown: $191 In total

Activities & Food:$184
Transport:$7