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10 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Francisco Javier Teran Daboin

15 Oct 2023

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Embark on a 10-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring its rich cultural heritage and indulging in delicious cuisine. From iconic landmarks like Puerta de Alcalá to hidden gems like Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna, this itinerary has it all. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$8

·

$ 4

La 28

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna

Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

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

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

+

$13

Fanático

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$13

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Parque de la Quinta de los Molinos

Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 3

+

$5

Casa Paco

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Western Park

Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 4

+

$10

·

$ 2

La Portuguesa Taberna

Especialidades de comida portuguesa. Todo tipo de bacalo y vino portugués. Un pequeño lujo en el barrio de Argüelles.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Temple of Debod

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

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Toledo Gate

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

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

Day 5

+

$24

La Rotonda

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

Day 6

+

$9

·

$ 2

Faborit

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Cibeles Fountain

18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

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

Day 7

+

$7

Gustos Madrid Plaza Mayor

Elige entre nuestras acogedoras cuevas o la animada terraza. Dieta mediterránea, especialistas en arroces y paellas.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$7

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.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 8

+

$7

·

$ 2

Mallorca

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$7

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Parque Juan Carlos I

Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 9

+

$7

Eatmytrip

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$7

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

Day 10

+

$0

Budget breakdown: $99 In total

Activities & Food:$90

Transport:$9