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Madrid Adventure

Elian

Elian

22 Dec 2023

Embark on an 8-day journey through the vibrant streets of Madrid, immersing yourself in the rich culture, stunning architecture, and captivating history of the Spanish capital.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Discovering Tranquility at El Retiro Park and Puerta de Alcalá
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$0

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
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Unveiling Hidden Treasures at Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales and Real Jardín Botánico
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$26

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$ 4

Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$16
14 - 17 min

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Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
Day 3Immersing in Art and Beauty at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Cibeles Fountain
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$24

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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
13 - 16 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Stepping into the Past at Lope de Vega's House-Museum and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
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$38

Lope de Vega's House-Museum
Restored 17th-century house museum of the playwright Lope de Vega, with period furniture & artworks.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$30
Day 5Experiencing Royalty at the Royal Palace of Madrid and Cerralbo Museum
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$44

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
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$34
10 - 15 min

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Cerralbo Museum
Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
Day 6Unveiling Ancient Wonders at Temple of Debod, Campo del Moro, and San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
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$0

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$ 4

Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
Cultural center & exhibits in a Neoclassical palace, with 16th-century paintings & sculptures.
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
Day 7Embracing Spanish Traditions at Las Ventas Bullring and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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$98

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$ 4

Las Ventas Bullring
Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$34
16 - 20 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$64
Day 8Farewell Madrid: A Day of Exploration and Reflection
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$0

Budget breakdown: $243 In total

Activities & Food:$230
Transport:$14