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Madrid Magic: 10 Days of Adventure and Delight

Maria Teresa Silva

Maria Teresa Silva

2 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant streets of Madrid. Discover awe-inspiring art, savor delectable vegan cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Spanish capital. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Unveiling Artistic Treasures and Iconic Landmarks
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$114

La Rotonda
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
2 - 3 min

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Exposiciones temporales Museo Thyssen
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$30
2 - 3 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30
12 - 18 min

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Magasand Columela
1:00 PM - 2:30 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.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Gastronomic Delights and Majestic Sights
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$94

Eatmytrip
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
5 - 8 min

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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
4 - 6 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$34
10 - 15 min

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Punto Vegano
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
4 - 6 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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Free
Day 3Plaza Splendor and Hidden Gems
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$30

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$ 4

Faborit
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Jardines de Sabatini Apartosuites
Stylish rooms in a contemporary hotel featuring a rooftop terrace & a vintage car museum.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida
Chapel-turned-museum & burial place of the famous artist Francisco de Goya, featuring his frescoes.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Café de la Rivière
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
Day 4Museums, Culture, and Architectural Marvels
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$66

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$ 4

La Mina
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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Cerralbo Museum
Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
9 - 14 min

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Conde Duque Contemporary Culture Center
Multipurpose cultural center, contemporary art museum & video library in a converted 1700s barracks.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Faborit
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
3 - 4 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Gardens, Monasteries, and Culinary Delights
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$54

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$ 4

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
8 - 11 min

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Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
19 - 28 min

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Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$16
17 - 21 min

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López & López
Pizza artesana hecha a mano, preparada con harinas italianas y llevada a fermentación larga para conseguir nuestro sabor único
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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San Fernando Market
Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Bakeries, Museums, and Historical Wonders
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$63

Brown Bear Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
2 - 3 min

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Lope de Vega's House-Museum
Restored 17th-century house museum of the playwright Lope de Vega, with period furniture & artworks.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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Naval Museum
Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
5 - 8 min

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San Jerónimo el Real
Former 1500s monastery with a remodeled neo-gothic sanctuary, stained glass & a baroque cloister.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Artistic Masterpieces and Heavenly Delights
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$82

Acid Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
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
6 - 9 min

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El Cielo
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
Day 8Tapas, Football, and Cultural Gems
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$129

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$ 7

Tapas Iciar
El chef José Delgado se hace cargo de este espacio acogedor.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
4 - 6 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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$64
6 - 8 min

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Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Ornate mansion with masterpieces by Goya and Bosch, plus Renaissance antiquities and medieval armor.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
8 - 10 min

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Pelotari
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
8 - 11 min

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Biblioteca Nacional de España
18th-century public library with an extensive collection of manuscripts, books & photographs.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 9Gastronomic Adventures and Bullring Thrills
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$66

Waniku
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
9 - 14 min

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Las Ventas Bullring
Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$34
13 - 20 min

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Los Montes de Galicia
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 10Barbecue Bliss and Tranquil Retreats
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$40

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
8 - 11 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
8 - 12 min

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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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $755 In total

Activities & Food:$738
Transport:$17