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From Sunny Beaches to Majestic Palaces: A Journey through Alicante and Madrid

Ariel Ojeda

Ariel Ojeda

12 Jan 2024

Embark on a 12-day adventure to the vibrant cities of Alicante and Madrid in Spain. Discover stunning beaches, explore historical sites, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of these captivating destinations.

Trip to Alicante

Day 1Unveiling the Charms of Alicante - San Cristóbal, Bonfire Museum, and More
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$76

San Cristóbal
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
3 - 4 min

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Bonfire Museum
Museum with historical displays & objects relating to city's famed Bonfires of St. John festival.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Mercat Central d'Alacant
Popular, long-running market with vendors selling produce, seafood & meats, plus cheeses & breads.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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San Rocco Cocktail Restaurant
San Rocco Cocktail Restaurant, comida y cócteles internacionales en el centro de Alicante. www.sanroccorestaurant.com/
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$38
4 - 5 min

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Damasol
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 2From Cafés to Castles - Parc El Palmeral, Museo The Ocean Race, and Taberna del Puerto
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$96

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$ 10

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
6 - 8 min

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Parc El Palmeral
Seaside recreational park offering a lake with boats, a BMX track, trails, waterfalls & palm trees.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Castell de Sant Ferran
Remains of an early-19th-century castle, now serving as a lookout point with expansive city views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Museo The Ocean Race
Contemporary museum dedicated to competitive sailing equipment, history & general information.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Taberna del Puerto
Amplia variedad de platos de la cocina mediterranea, arroces típicos de Alicante, platos de cocina marinera, pescados y mariscos. Amplia oferta de ibéricos y salazones,una veintena de suculentos entrantes, diferentes recetas de arroces y paellas, pescados y carnes cocinados a la brasa y postres.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante Darsena
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 3Island Escape and Culinary Delights - Tabarca and La Parmiggiana
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$91

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$ 10

Restaurante Varadero
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 10 min

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Tabarca
Waters around this small islet are famously clear & are protected by its marine reserve designation.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
78 - 94 min

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La Parmiggiana
El Ristorante La Parmigiana, abierto desde 1990 en Santa Pola, destaca por su alta calidad y atmosfera. Es el reclamo de artistas de cine y de música, así como de deportistas. Tratamos a nuestros clientes como amigos de esta casa.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
5 - 6 min

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Chiringuito Azul
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 4Coffee, Museums, and Panoramic Views - Archaeological Museum of Alicante and La Ereta
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$100

Cafe Ripoll
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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Archaeological Museum of Alicante
Permanent & temporary exhibitions about field, urban & underwater archaeology, with local finds.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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Parc de l'Ereta
City & sunset views are the draw at this park with seating areas, paths & a nearby restaurant.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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La Ereta
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
7 - 10 min

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La Barrita de Santa María
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
Day 5Caves, Parks, and Golden Toast - Canelobre Caves and Parc Lo Torrent
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$79

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$ 7

Cafeteria Oro Negro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
28 - 34 min

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Canelobre Caves
Series of colorfully lit limestone caves with tours, a large vault & occasional music performances.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$23
35 - 42 min

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Parc Lo Torrent
Tunnel-like paths, water features & night lights in a striking landscaped park with a BMX track.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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La tostada dorada
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
9 - 14 min

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Pastelería Panadería Austriaca
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 6Ham, Basilica, and Art - Don Jamón and MACA Contemporary Art Museum
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$80

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$ 7

Don Jamón
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
3 - 4 min

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Museum of the University of Alicante
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
12 - 15 min

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Parc Lo Morant
Landscaped park featuring a playground & an amphitheater, plus petanque, croquet & other games.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Basilica of St Mary of Alicante
This 16th-century Catholic basilica features gothic Valencian style & an ornate baroque entryway.
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
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$5
1 - 2 min

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La Barrita de Santa María
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
2 - 3 min

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La Crispeta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
Day 7Exploring Art and Organic Cuisine - MUBAG and Fast & Bio
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$119

La Crispeta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
3 - 4 min

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MACA Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante
Large museum with a modern interior, offering permanent & temporary exhibitions of 20th-century art.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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Gravina Museum of Fine Arts MUBAG
Museum housing medieval to modern Spanish art, set in a splendid, 18th-century palace.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
4 - 5 min

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Fast & Bio organic restaurant
Fast&Bio es un restaurante orgánico situado en el casco antiguo de Alicante que trabaja con productos frescos, ecológicos, centrándose en una cocina saludable.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
4 - 5 min

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El Palé
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 8Coffee Roastery and Beach Bliss - MADNESS Roasted Coffee and Playa de Mutxavista
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$96

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$ 4

MADNESS Roasted Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
1 - 2 min

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Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant
A 45m-high blue cupola tops this austere 1600s cathedral, plus a baroque chapel & elegant cloisters.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
25 - 30 min

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Playa de Mutxavista
Laid-back, sprawling stretch of sandy beach featuring palm trees, shallow water & access to bars.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Meson Pon Pon
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
4 - 5 min

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La Bodegueta
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$38
Day 9Castle Adventure and Scenic Hike - Santa Bárbara Castle and La Ereta
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$91

Quo Vadis
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
12 - 17 min

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Santa Bárbara Castle
City views spread from this hilltop, 9th-century Muslim castle with a history museum & guided tours.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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La Ereta
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
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La Ereta
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 10Gastronomic Delights and Sandy Shores - Restaurante Aitana and San Juan Playa
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$68

Restaurante Aitana
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
5 - 8 min

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San Juan Playa
Scenic stretch of white sand with hotels, restaurants & bars, plus beach volleyball & water sports.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Daksa
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
4 - 6 min

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Parrilla Lanus
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28

Budget breakdown: $1263 In total

Activities & Food:$1222
Transport:$42

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Unveiling the Charms of Alicante - San Cristóbal, Bonfire Museum, and More
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$210

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$ 7

El Palacio del Pollo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
27 - 33 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
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$100
54 - 65 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$38
6 - 9 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.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$34
5 - 8 min

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El Senador
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 2From Cafés to Castles - Parc El Palmeral, Museo The Ocean Race, and Taberna del Puerto
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$118

Acid Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
5 - 8 min

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Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$32
8 - 12 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
8 - 11 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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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
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$26

Budget breakdown: $1263 In total

Activities & Food:$1222
Transport:$42