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A Week in Madrid: Exploring the Best of Spain's Capital

Lorena Yanira Tobar Rosales

Lorena Yanira Tobar Rosales

13 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Madrid, discovering its iconic landmarks, indulging in delicious cuisine, and immersing yourself in the vibrant Spanish culture. Join us for an 8-day adventure in the heart of Spain!

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$38

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$ 10

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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La Portuguesa Taberna
Especialidades de comida portuguesa. Todo tipo de bacalo y vino portugués. Un pequeño lujo en el barrio de Argüelles.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
7 - 10 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
Magasand Columela
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$65

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$ 7

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Aquí pan y después gloria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
3 - 4 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
Ôven Mozzarella Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
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$46

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$ 7

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Gustos Madrid Plaza Mayor
Elige entre nuestras acogedoras cuevas o la animada terraza. Dieta mediterránea, especialistas en arroces y paellas.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
14 - 17 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Trenque Lauquen
El restaurante Trenque Lauquen es una original pizzeria argentina que se encuentra pegado al Parque del Retiro. Allí podrás degustar las mejores empanadas de la ciudad y no te puedes perder una extensa variedad de pizzas artesanales.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$70

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$ 7

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

50 - 60 min

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Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Fonda Genara
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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
Charolés
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$99

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$ 7

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tapas Iciar
El chef José Delgado se hace cargo de este espacio acogedor.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
5 - 8 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$63
Madame Sushita
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$50

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$ 7

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
7 - 10 min

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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
Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$58

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$ 7

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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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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$14
5 - 8 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
Acid Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Hostal Rofer
Unpretentious rooms with flat-screens, in a no-nonsense hotel offering free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 8
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$0

Hostal Rofer

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $474 In total

Activities & Food:$425
Transport:$49