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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Carmen Diaz

Carmen Diaz

2 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring magnificent landmarks, enchanting gardens, and savoring delectable cuisine.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$54

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$ 14

The Westin Palace, Madrid

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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The Westin Palace, Madrid
Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Casabase Pan y Cositas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
22 - 27 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna
Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Trattoria Increscendo
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$38
Matadero Madrid
Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
The Westin Palace, Madrid
Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
+

$60

·

$ 14

The Westin Palace, Madrid

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

The Westin Palace, Madrid
Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

Eatmytrip
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
8 - 10 min

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Directions

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
5 - 6 min

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Directions

Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Faborit
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
9 - 11 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
The Westin Palace, Madrid
Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
+

$30

·

$ 7

The Westin Palace, Madrid

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

~

Directions

The Westin Palace, Madrid
Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
10 - 15 min

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Sabatini Garden
Neoclassical garden of the Royal Palace, with 3 terraces, fountains, statues & outdoor events.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 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
9 - 14 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$20
El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
2:15 PM - 5:15 PM
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Free
The Westin Palace, Madrid
Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $177 In total

Activities & Food:$144
Transport:$33