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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey Through Royal Palaces and Vibrant Markets

Karen Lorena Bastos Sanchez

Karen Lorena Bastos Sanchez

13 Oct 2023

Experience the grandeur of the Royal Palace, explore the lively Plaza de España, indulge in delicious cuisine at Faborit, and more in this exciting 3-day itinerary to Madrid.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$73

Generator Madrid

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Generator Madrid
Contemporary rooms & dorms in a trendy hostel with a rooftop terrace & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Directions

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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$35
4 - 5 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Faborit
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$38
Generator Madrid
Contemporary rooms & dorms in a trendy hostel with a rooftop terrace & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$34

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$ 10

Generator Madrid

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Generator Madrid
Contemporary rooms & dorms in a trendy hostel with a rooftop terrace & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
Magasand Columela
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$34
Generator Madrid
Contemporary rooms & dorms in a trendy hostel with a rooftop terrace & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
+

$83

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$ 10

Generator Madrid

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Generator Madrid
Contemporary rooms & dorms in a trendy hostel with a rooftop terrace & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
11 - 14 min

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Directions

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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$63
7 - 10 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
Generator Madrid
Contemporary rooms & dorms in a trendy hostel with a rooftop terrace & a bar, plus free Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $210 In total

Activities & Food:$190
Transport:$20