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8 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Elena Expósito

Elena Expósito

9 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid through its iconic landmarks, delicious food, and rich cultural heritage. Join us on this 8-day itinerary as we explore the best of what Madrid has to offer.

Day 1
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$88

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$ 7

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Vailima
Os invitamos a ocupar una de las mesitas de nuestro salón para paladear un buen té. Sea cual sea el elegido disfrutaréis de sabores y aromas embriagadores.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
13 - 16 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
Free
2 - 3 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Ramen Kagura
Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
Restaurante Taberneros
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$34
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$121

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
16 - 23 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
10 - 15 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$34
El Senador
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$66

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

La Portuguesa Taberna
Especialidades de comida portuguesa. Todo tipo de bacalo y vino portugués. Un pequeño lujo en el barrio de Argüelles.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
7 - 10 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Faborit
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Hong Kong Kitchen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$0

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 5
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$56

·

$ 7

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
7 - 10 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
14 - 21 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
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
$18
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 6
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$0

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 7
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$184

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$ 17

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Directions

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
23 - 28 min

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El Palacio del Pollo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
21 - 26 min

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Parque Warner Madrid
Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$100
21 - 26 min

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Chirón
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$36
Oskar Burguer
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 8
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$0

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $545 In total

Activities & Food:$515
Transport:$30