Madrid: A 5-Day Adventure

Alejandra Diaz Albelo

3 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Madrid, Spain. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this captivating destination.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Built in 1922, this monument in Buen Retiro Park features a colonnade with an equestrian statue.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

$198

$ 27

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$128

10 - 12 min

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Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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This popular indoor marketplace established in 1882 has stalls for produce, meat & gourmet fare.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$70

Day 3

Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

$165

$ 7

A 15th century hunting lodge rebuilt in 1900's and ex-home of dictator Franco in rolling grounds.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$45

24 - 29 min

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18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$70

4 - 5 min

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Renowned opera house established in 1850 with frequent performances, guided tours & a grand design.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$50

Day 5

$100

$ 20

Ornate 18th-century palace with furnishings, tapestries & a notable collection of classic art.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$60

6 - 8 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $516 In total

Activities & Food:$463

Transport:$53