Madrid in a Day: Art, History, and Royalty

Julio Ruiz Ortuño

2 Jan 2024

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in just one day! Explore world-renowned art museums, stroll through beautiful parks, and marvel at the grandeur of the Royal Palace.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Artistic Wonders: El Retiro Park and Museo Nacional del Prado

$32

$ 4

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

6:00 AM - 8:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

No time set

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Free

11 - 16 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

16 - 20 min

Directions

Cafes & restaurants line the arches of this stately square with Philip III's statue in the center.

No time set

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Free

Budget breakdown: $36 In total

Activities & Food:$32

Transport:$4