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Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey of Culture and Beauty

Will De Jesús

Will De Jesús

16 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Madrid, Spain. Explore stunning landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$54

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$ 4

Casabase Pan y Cositas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
11 - 16 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Magasand Columela
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$38
2 - 3 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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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.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$73

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$ 10

Mallorca
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
6 - 8 min

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Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Ôven Mozzarella Bar
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$34
3 - 4 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$13
9 - 11 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$95

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$ 4

Fonda Genara
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
12 - 17 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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$30
50 - 60 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$20
6 - 9 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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$35
Day 4
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$88

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$ 4

Acid Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
5 - 8 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.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$32
14 - 17 min

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Ramen Kagura
Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
3 - 4 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$73

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$ 4

Matilda Café Cantina
Sitio con encanto en el corazón del Barrio de Las Letras. Podrás tomar un buen café, infusiones y tartas caseras. Platos del día para comer como en casa.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 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.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$25
14 - 17 min

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Faborit
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $406 In total

Activities & Food:$383
Transport:$23