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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey Through History and Culture

alejandro araya

alejandro araya

27 Sep 2023

Experience the best of Madrid in just 3 days! Explore iconic landmarks like Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de España, Temple of Debod, and the Royal Palace. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of El Retiro Park and indulge in art at Museo Nacional del Prado and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$35

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$ 4

Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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.
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
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$35
Day 2
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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 3
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$63

Museo Nacional del Prado
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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$38
8 - 12 min

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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $101 In total

Activities & Food:$98
Transport:$4