Madrid in 10 Days

Laura Ramirez Duque

22 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Madrid, immersing yourself in its rich history, awe-inspiring architecture, and world-class museums. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and indulge in the vibrant local culture. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Spain!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales

1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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8 - 12 min

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Cultural center & exhibits in a Neoclassical palace, with 16th-century paintings & sculptures.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Immerse in Art and History at Biblioteca Nacional de España

18th-century public library with an extensive collection of manuscripts, books & photographs.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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More than 60 rooms of decorative works, many of them dating from the 16th & 17th centuries.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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11 - 16 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Journey through Time at Museo d'America and Royal Palace of Madrid

$21

$ 2

National museum of pre-Columbian, Spanish-American & Native American art & artifacts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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19 - 23 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$17

Day 4From Gothic Splendor to Majestic Palaces: Catedral de la Almudena and Liria Palace

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Ornate 18th-century palace with furnishings, tapestries & a notable collection of classic art.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Chapel-turned-museum & burial place of the famous artist Francisco de Goya, featuring his frescoes.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Sunset Magic at Temple of Debod and Puerta de Alcalá

$15

$ 2

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

9 - 14 min

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

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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

12:45 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

Day 6Art Extravaganza at Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and San Jerónimo el Real

$15

Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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Former 1500s monastery with a remodeled neo-gothic sanctuary, stained glass & a baroque cloister.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 7Unleash Your Inner Football Fan at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

$47

$ 2

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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$32

7 - 9 min

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Huge collections with fossils, whale skeleton & dinosaur replica, housed in a 19th-century building.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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9 - 14 min

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Ornate mansion with masterpieces by Goya and Bosch, plus Renaissance antiquities and medieval armor.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Day 8Nature and Culture Blend at 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

Day 9A Masterpiece Collection at Museo Nacional del Prado

$16

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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$16

Day 10All Aboard the Railway Museum Adventure

Museum of railway history in grand former station, with carriages & locomotives, library & archives.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Budget breakdown: $140 In total

Activities & Food:$132

Transport:$9