Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey of Art, Culture, and Gastronomy

Mario Carbonero

21 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and savoring delectable cuisine.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$82

$ 33

Hostal Marlasca

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

5 - 8 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 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 - 12:00 PM

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$50

5 - 8 min

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Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

No time set

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

No time set

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Day 2

$174

$ 27

Hostal Marlasca

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$52

8 - 12 min

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Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$70

9 - 14 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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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

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 3

$92

$ 14

Hostal Marlasca

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

8 - 11 min

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Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 4

$144

Hostal Marlasca

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

5 - 8 min

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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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$64

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 5

$117

Hostal Marlasca

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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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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$36

1 - 2 min

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Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$20

13 - 20 min

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $681 In total

Activities & Food:$609

Transport:$72