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Madrid in 3 Days: Art, Parks, and Football

Priscilla Brosler

Priscilla Brosler

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Madrid's cultural treasures, lush parks, and iconic football stadiums. Discover masterpieces at Museo Nacional del Prado and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Unwind amidst the serene beauty of El Retiro Park. Savor delectable cuisine at Acid Café, Viridiana, and Madame Sushita. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza de España. Experience the electric atmosphere of Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This action-packed itinerary is perfect for solo adventurers!

Day 1Artistic Marvels and Culinary Delights
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$46

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
$16
7 - 10 min

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Acid Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$19
3 - 4 min

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El Cielo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$11
Day 2Parks, Gastronomy, and a Taste of Argentina
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$42

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$ 2

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$12
8 - 10 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$17
14 - 21 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
$13
Day 3Majestic Palaces, Vibrant Plazas, and Green Eateries
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$77

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$ 2

Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$17
9 - 14 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Madame Sushita
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$10
6 - 9 min

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Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$32
8 - 11 min

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Honest Greens Castellana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18

Budget breakdown: $169 In total

Activities & Food:$165
Transport:$4