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A 2-Day Adventure in Madrid

Sonia Mercado Iriarte

Sonia Mercado Iriarte

26 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Madrid in just 2 days! Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Spain's capital city.

Day 1
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$60

Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Magasand Columela
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
2 - 3 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Faborit
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$22
Day 2
+

$137

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$ 7

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$64
13 - 16 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$13
13 - 16 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Faborit
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$34
4 - 5 min

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Hong Kong Kitchen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26

Budget breakdown: $204 In total

Activities & Food:$197
Transport:$7