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Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

norma ramirez

norma ramirez

7 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in 5 days with this exciting itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Spain's capital.

Day 1
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$78

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$ 14

Hotel Indigo Madrid - Princesa, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Harvey's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
2 - 3 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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
7 - 9 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina SofĂ­a Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Ramses Natsuki
Design and sophistication by Philippe Starck. Gastronomy, cocktails, events, music... También puedes seguirnos en https://www.facebook.com/ramses.madrid
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$46
1 - 2 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
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Free
8 - 10 min

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EstaciĂłn Museo ChamberĂ­
Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$76

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$ 10

Hotel Indigo Madrid - Princesa, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Levél Veggie Bistro
Restaurante de comida vegana y crudivegana situado al lado del Parque del Retiro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
8 - 12 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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La PulperĂ­a de Victoria
Especialidad en pulpo, cocina gallega y tapas variadas.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$46
Day 3
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$104

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$ 7

Hotel Indigo Madrid - Princesa, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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Fonda Genara
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
12 - 17 min

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Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$30
45 - 54 min

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El Club Allard
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$42
4 - 6 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$76

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$ 7

Hotel Indigo Madrid - Princesa, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Café de Oriente
Situado en la Plaza de Oriente, frente al Palacio Real y en el Madrid de los Austria, encontramos este Café único en la ciudad. Ofrece servicio de Café-Bistrot durante todo el día, Restaurante Gourmet en la Planta Baja y la mejor Terraza de Madrid.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
6 - 9 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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El Pimiento Verde
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$46
Day 5
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$136

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$ 10

Hotel Indigo Madrid - Princesa, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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La Libre
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
6 - 9 min

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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina SofĂ­a
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
11 - 14 min

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La Esquina del Real
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$46
4 - 6 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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$35

Budget breakdown: $516 In total

Activities & Food:$470
Transport:$46