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Madrid Adventure: 5 Days of Fun and Culture

Carlos Freire

Carlos Freire

24 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Madrid, Spain, filled with enchanting parks, majestic palaces, and fascinating museums. Discover the hidden gems of the city and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$23

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$ 2

Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna
Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Magasand Columela
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$19
2 - 3 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Naval Museum
Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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$4
Day 2
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$65

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$ 2

Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$44
21 - 26 min

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Konnichiwa
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$17
4 - 5 min

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History Museum of Madrid
Old orphanage with Baroque exterior, now a museum on Madrid's history, with documents, art & models.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$4
4 - 5 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$34

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$ 4

Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
6 - 9 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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$18
9 - 14 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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$6
Day 4
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$62

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$ 5

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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$13
13 - 16 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Zabala Empanadas
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$18
11 - 14 min

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Zoo Aquarium de Madrid
Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.
2:15 PM - 6:15 PM
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$31
Day 5
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$76

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$ 2

Parque Warner Madrid
Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
44 - 53 min

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Acid Café
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
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.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$16

Budget breakdown: $272 In total

Activities & Food:$259
Transport:$14