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Discover the Magic of Madrid: A 6-Day Itinerary

Margarita Vásquez

Margarita Vásquez

21 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Madrid, Spain with this 6-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, lush parks, and fascinating attractions that will leave you enchanted.

Day 1
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$0

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$ 4

Hostal Gran Vía 44

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
No time set
Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 7

Hostal Gran Vía 44

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Directions

Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Directions

Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Free
Day 3
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$32

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$ 4

Hostal Gran Vía 44

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Faunia
Polar & jungle ecosystems in a zoo with hundreds of animal species kept in their natural habitats.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$31
Day 4
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$15

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$ 4

Hostal Gran Vía 44

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 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.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$15
Day 5
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$32

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$ 4

Hostal Gran Vía 44

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Zoo Aquarium de Madrid
Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$31
Day 6
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$18

Hostal Gran Vía 44

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$18

Budget breakdown: $115 In total

Activities & Food:$95
Transport:$20