Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey Through History and Beauty

daniela perez

11 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in just 5 days! Immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning beauty of this Spanish capital as you explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and discover hidden gems.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$160

$ 7

Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great

Imposing neoclassical church with vast frescoed dome & chapel painted by Goya, plus guided tours.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Modern multifunctional centre with contemporary art exhibitions, workshops & fair trade shop.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

2 - 3 min

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Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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19th-century palace housing Latin American cultural center, for exhibitions, screenings & readings.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Un local diseñado con gusto y perfectamente pensado para un público que busca espacios cosmopolitas por encima de todo.

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$44

2 - 3 min

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Waxwork museum with depictions of famous people plus a space ride, a ghost train & a history show.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$40

Day 2

$190

$ 14

Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$68

6 - 9 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$70

11 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

2 - 3 min

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

8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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

10:00 PM - 10:45 PM

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Free

Day 3

$112

$ 20

Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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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.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$40

8 - 11 min

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Modern linear green space along the Manzanares River, with cultural events & sports fields.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$72

Day 4

$112

$ 27

Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$72

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.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 5

$76

Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$40

8 - 11 min

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

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Built in 1922, this monument in Buen Retiro Park features a colonnade with an equestrian statue.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Built 1881–1883, this restored neoclassical building houses rotating exhibits of contemporary art.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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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.

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$36

8 - 12 min

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