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A Week in Madrid: Exploring the Royal Palace, Art Museums, and More

Cristian Acosta

Cristian Acosta

15 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling journey through Madrid as I visit iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace, explore world-class art museums, and indulge in delicious vegan and international cuisine.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$126

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$ 7

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
11 - 16 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Punto Vegano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$38
4 - 5 min

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Taberna Origen
Origen Taberna, la mejor taberna de Madrid, cocina de temporada, comer, beber, bar de tapas, restaurante, vinos, cocina creativa, mediterranea, vegetariana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
8 - 10 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
No time set
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
No time set
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Free
11 - 16 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.
No time set
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$32
Day 2
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$73

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$ 4

Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Magasand Columela
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
3 - 4 min

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DokiDoki
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
8 - 11 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
No time set
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$13
Day 3
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$120

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
5 - 8 min

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Madame Sushita
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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Honest Greens Castellana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 4
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$56

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$ 4

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
7 - 10 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
14 - 21 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.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
12 - 17 min

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Fountain of the Fallen Angel
Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.
No time set
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Metropolis Building
This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.
No time set
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Antón Martín Market
Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.
No time set
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Free
9 - 14 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
No time set
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Free
Day 5
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$62

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
5 - 8 min

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Pui's Thai Tapas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
12 - 17 min

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Acid Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 6
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$0

Budget breakdown: $450 In total

Activities & Food:$437
Transport:$14