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Madrid: A 5-Day Adventure

Loyda Pascual

Loyda Pascual

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Madrid. Explore iconic landmarks, lush parks, and cultural treasures that will leave you captivated.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$0

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 2
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$7

Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$6
Day 3
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$7

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$ 4

Railway Museum
Museum of railway history in grand former station, with carriages & locomotives, library & archives.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
9 - 11 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$5

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$ 2

Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
12 - 15 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
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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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 2

Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $25 In total

Activities & Food:$18
Transport:$7