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Madrid in 8 Days: A Journey of Royalty and Adventure

tatiana pacheco

25 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Madrid, Spain. Explore the majestic Royal Palace, marvel at the iconic Puerta de Alcalá, and indulge in delicious cuisine at Magasand Columela and DokiDoki. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$48

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$ 4

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Directions

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

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$18

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Magasand Columela

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$19

3 - 4 min

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Directions

DokiDoki

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

11 - 16 min

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Directions

El Retiro Park

Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

No time set

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Free

Day 2

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$30

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$ 5

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Temple of Debod

Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Faborit

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$17

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Hong Kong Kitchen

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Western Park

Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

No time set

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Free

Day 3

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$41

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$ 2

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Directions

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

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$13

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Pui's Thai Tapas

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Acid Café

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

2 - 3 min

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Directions

CaixaForum Madrid

Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.

No time set

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Free

Day 4

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$60

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$ 5

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Mercado de San Miguel

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$32

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Madame Sushita

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Honest Greens Castellana

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Mercado de San Ildefonso

Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.

No time set

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Free

Day 5

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$14

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$ 2

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Antón Martín Market

Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.

No time set

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Free

17 - 26 min

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Directions

Naval Museum

Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

No time set

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$4

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Museo de Cera

Waxwork museum with depictions of famous people plus a space ride, a ghost train & a history show.

No time set

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$10

Day 6

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$81

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$ 9

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

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Directions

Parque Warner Madrid

Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Chirón

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Oskar Burguer

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Velázquez Palace

Built 1881–1883, this restored neoclassical building houses rotating exhibits of contemporary art.

No time set

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Free

Day 7

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$51

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Directions

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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$16

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Acid Café

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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Directions

El Cielo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$17

Day 8

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$0

Mola! Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $349 In total

Activities & Food:$324

Transport:$25