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10 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Oscar Perez

Oscar Perez

23 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid through this 10-day itinerary filled with delicious food, stunning parks, and iconic landmarks.

Day 1
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$76

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$ 4

Fanático
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
8 - 11 min

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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
Free
20 - 24 min

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Mercado de la Paz
This popular indoor marketplace established in 1882 has stalls for produce, meat & gourmet fare.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
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Matteo Cucina Italiana
Estamos en el mercado de La Paz
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
4 - 5 min

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La Maruca
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$22
Day 2
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$86

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$ 7

Mallorca
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
6 - 8 min

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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
Free
20 - 24 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Magasand Columela
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$34
3 - 4 min

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DokiDoki
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 3
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$66

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$ 10

La 28
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
5 - 6 min

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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
Free
24 - 29 min

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Fountain of the Fallen Angel
Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Free
12 - 18 min

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La Hummuseria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
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.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Egeo Suvlakeria Griega
Typical greek souvlaki tavern, offering top quality street food at super reasonable prices
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 4
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$111

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
4 - 6 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
$35
4 - 6 min

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Sabatini Garden
Neoclassical garden of the Royal Palace, with 3 terraces, fountains, statues & outdoor events.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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El Senador
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$36
5 - 8 min

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El Club Allard
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Day 5
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$56

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
$18
3 - 4 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
14 - 21 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Punto Vegano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
4 - 6 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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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
$18
Day 6
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$144

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$ 4

Casa Paco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
6 - 9 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
19 - 23 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
$64
5 - 8 min

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Madame Sushita
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$30
6 - 9 min

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Honest Greens Castellana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$32
Day 7
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$94

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$ 4

Matilda Café Cantina
Sitio con encanto en el corazón del Barrio de Las Letras. Podrás tomar un buen café, infusiones y tartas caseras. Platos del día para comer como en casa.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
4 - 5 min

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Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$10
8 - 11 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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El Capricho Extremeño
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$36
4 - 5 min

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Sushi Raku
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Day 8
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$151

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$ 10

Zabala Empanadas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
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.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$63
11 - 14 min

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La Masía de José Luis
La Masia de José Luis, una antigua Finca situada en pleno centro de Madrid, reformada e inaugurada en el año 2003. Pascua Ortega ha diseñado todos sus Salones, para cualquier celebración especial que precise, dándoles a cada uno de ellos su propia personalidad.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$36
15 - 18 min

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Urrechu
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 9
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$64

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
8 - 11 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
14 - 21 min

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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
$32
Day 10
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$68

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$ 4

Cafelito
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$22
2 - 3 min

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San Fernando Market
Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Matadero Madrid
Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Trattoria Increscendo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
4 - 5 min

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Go Hyang Mat
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28

Budget breakdown: $955 In total

Activities & Food:$916
Transport:$40