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A Week in Madrid: Exploring the Vibrant Spanish Capital

Sebastian Castro

24 Oct 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 7-day journey through Madrid, Spain's cultural and historical hub. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of this captivating city.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$75

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$ 5

Palacio de Cristal

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Real Jardín Botánico

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Acid Café

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

1 - 2 min

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Directions

La Tragantúa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$33

Day 2

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$90

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$ 5

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

5 - 6 min

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Directions

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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Directions

Punto Vegano

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$51

4 - 5 min

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Directions

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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$39

Day 3

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$180

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$ 5

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$96

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Faborit

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Hong Kong Kitchen

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Day 4

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$137

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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$53

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Restaurante Taberneros

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$54

10 - 15 min

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Directions

El Senador

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 5

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$105

Museo Nacional del Prado

Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$48

6 - 9 min

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Directions

El Cielo

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Acid Café

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

Day 6

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$93

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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Directions

Viridiana

Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$45

14 - 21 min

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Directions

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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$48

Day 7

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$0

Budget breakdown: $695 In total

Activities & Food:$680

Transport:$15