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Madrid Magic: 8 Days of Adventure and Culture

Mohammed Alsonbul

7 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Madrid. Immerse yourself in the rich history and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on an unforgettable exploration of the Spanish capital.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Veggie Delights and Serene Parks

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$16

Levél Veggie Bistro

Restaurante de comida vegana y crudivegana situado al lado del Parque del Retiro

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

8 - 12 min

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Directions

El Retiro Park

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Palacio de Cristal

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Gourmet Delights and Royal Splendor

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$28

Gourmet Experience Gran Via

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales

1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$8

Real Jardín Botánico

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$5

Biblioteca Nacional de España

18th-century public library with an extensive collection of manuscripts, books & photographs.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Artistic Wonders and Majestic Beauty

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$28

La Libre

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

6 - 9 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$12

12 - 17 min

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San Jerónimo el Real

Former 1500s monastery with a remodeled neo-gothic sanctuary, stained glass & a baroque cloister.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Coffee Delights and Artistic Treasures

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$30

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$ 2

Cappuccino Madrid

Cappuccino Grand Café la mejor opción para amantes del buen cafe, música, arte, gastronomía: Mallorca, Madrid, Ibiza, Marbella, Valencia, Beirut, Jeddah, Dubai.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Puerta de Alcalá

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

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Cibeles Fountain

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

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$15

13 - 16 min

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Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida

Chapel-turned-museum & burial place of the famous artist Francisco de Goya, featuring his frescoes.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Masterpieces and Cultural Immersion

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$31

La Rotonda

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

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.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$16

Day 6Royal Opulence and Spiritual Grandeur

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$33

Café de Oriente

Situado en la Plaza de Oriente, frente al Palacio Real y en el Madrid de los Austria, encontramos este Café único en la ciudad. Ofrece servicio de Café-Bistrot durante todo el día, Restaurante Gourmet en la Planta Baja y la mejor Terraza de Madrid.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

2 - 3 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$17

4 - 6 min

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Catedral de la Almudena

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Traditional Treats and Historical Marvels

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$20

Viena Capellanes

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

3 - 4 min

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Cerralbo Museum

Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$5

6 - 9 min

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Temple of Debod

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

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Campo del Moro

Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

Day 8Culinary Adventures and Sporting Glory

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$65

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$ 2

Waniku

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

9 - 14 min

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Las Ventas Bullring

Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$17

13 - 16 min

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Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$32

Budget breakdown: $255 In total

Activities & Food:$251

Transport:$4