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A Week in Madrid: Unforgettable Experiences in the Heart of Spain

Michel Habib

Michel Habib

7 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Madrid, exploring its vibrant culture, iconic landmarks, and delectable cuisine. This 7-day itinerary is designed for solo travelers, offering a perfect blend of history, art, and gastronomy.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$30

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$ 4

Matadero Madrid
Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Library Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Punto Vegano
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$19
4 - 5 min

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Taberna Origen
Origen Taberna, la mejor taberna de Madrid, cocina de temporada, comer, beber, bar de tapas, restaurante, vinos, cocina creativa, mediterranea, vegetariana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$11
Day 2
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$30

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$ 2

El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Estación Museo Chamberí
Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Fellina
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$17
6 - 9 min

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Las Tortillas de Gabino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$13
Day 3
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$28

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$ 2

Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Ramen Kagura
Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
9 - 14 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 4
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$47

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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$19
7 - 10 min

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Acid Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
3 - 4 min

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El Cielo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 5
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$69

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$ 4

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
21 - 26 min

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Chirón
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
21 - 26 min

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Oskar Burguer
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 6
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$44

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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
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$13
11 - 14 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Faborit
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
4 - 5 min

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Hong Kong Kitchen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 7
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$53

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
16 - 23 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
10 - 15 min

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El Senador
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17

Budget breakdown: $312 In total

Activities & Food:$300
Transport:$12