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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey of Culture and Culinary Delights

cesar casallas

22 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through Madrid, Spain, as you immerse yourself in the city's rich history and indulge in its delectable cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of Madrid's vibrant culture and culinary delights.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Savory Delights and Majestic Palaces

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$72

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$ 10

Rafaelhoteles Atocha

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

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

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Temple of Debod

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

12:30 PM - 1:15 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.

3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

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$34

6 - 9 min

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Restaurante Taberneros

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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Mercado de San Miguel

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

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

Day 2Artistic Treasures and Sporting Glory

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$148

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$ 14

Rafaelhoteles Atocha

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Rodilla

Cadena nacional de restauración informal, artesana, saludable y de calidad desde 1939.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

3 - 4 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$24

12 - 15 min

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Cibeles Fountain

18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Madame Sushita

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$34

6 - 9 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.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$64

9 - 11 min

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Puerta de Alcalá

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Coffee Culture and Masterpieces of Art

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$92

·

$ 7

Rafaelhoteles Atocha

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Acid Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional del Prado

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$32

6 - 9 min

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Directions

La Rotonda

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $342 In total

Activities & Food:$312

Transport:$30