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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Nicolas Bernal

26 Oct 2023

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Experience the best of Madrid in just 3 days! Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant atmosphere of the city. Indulge in delicious local cuisine and explore iconic landmarks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$56

·

$ 2

Casabase Pan y Cositas

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

11 - 16 min

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Directions

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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Directions

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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Directions

Magasand Columela

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$19

2 - 3 min

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Directions

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

15 - 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.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$18

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Restaurante Taberneros

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 2

+

$66

·

$ 2

Eatmytrip

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Catedral de la Almudena

Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Ôven Mozzarella Bar

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$17

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Círculo de Bellas Artes

Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$6

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional del Prado

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

4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Acid Café

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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$13

Day 3

+

$61

·

$ 5

Rodilla

Cadena nacional de restauración informal, artesana, saludable y de calidad desde 1939.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Ramen Kagura

Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Mercado de San Miguel

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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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.

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

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Free

51 - 62 min

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Directions

Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.

5:15 PM - 8:15 PM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Charolés

8:45 PM - 10:15 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $190 In total

Activities & Food:$182

Transport:$9