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A Day in Madrid: Exploring the Royal Palace and More

Maria Chacon

Maria Chacon

5 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling day in Madrid as we visit the Royal Palace, stroll through beautiful parks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$55

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$ 5

Safestay Madrid Central

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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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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$8
5 - 8 min

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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 - 15 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.
10:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$18
11 - 14 min

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La Hummuseria
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$19
2 - 3 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
3:45 PM - 6:45 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
7:15 PM - 7:45 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Museo de Cera
Waxwork museum with depictions of famous people plus a space ride, a ghost train & a history show.
8:15 PM - 9:45 PM
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$10

Budget breakdown: $60 In total

Activities & Food:$55
Transport:$5