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Madrid Adventures

Geraldine Diaz

Geraldine Diaz

26 Dec 2023

Join me on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant streets of Madrid! Discover the rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural treasures of this enchanting city. From majestic palaces to world-class museums, this 10-day itinerary will leave you captivated and craving for more.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Lope de Vega's House-Museum and More
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$4

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Lope de Vega's House-Museum
Restored 17th-century house museum of the playwright Lope de Vega, with period furniture & artworks.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$4
10 - 15 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Immerse in Royalty at the Royal Palace of Madrid
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$47

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Museo d'America
National museum of pre-Columbian, Spanish-American & Native American art & artifacts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
22 - 27 min

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Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.
2:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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$43
Day 3A Glimpse into the Past at Cerralbo Museum and Beyond
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$5

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$ 4

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Cerralbo Museum
Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
4 - 6 min

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Jardines de Sabatini Apartosuites
Stylish rooms in a contemporary hotel featuring a rooftop terrace & a vintage car museum.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida
Chapel-turned-museum & burial place of the famous artist Francisco de Goya, featuring his frescoes.
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Contemporary Art and Tranquility at Conde Duque and Palacio de Cristal
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$0

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$ 10

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Conde Duque Contemporary Culture Center
Multipurpose cultural center, contemporary art museum & video library in a converted 1700s barracks.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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CaixaForum Madrid
Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
No time set
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Free
Day 5Step into the Royal World of Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
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$8

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$ 7

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
Cultural center & exhibits in a Neoclassical palace, with 16th-century paintings & sculptures.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Biblioteca Nacional de España
18th-century public library with an extensive collection of manuscripts, books & photographs.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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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
12 - 15 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
No time set
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Free
Day 6From Masterpieces to Anthropological Wonders
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$33

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$ 7

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
5 - 6 min

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National Museum of Anthropology
Long-founded ethnographic & anthropological museum depicting global cultures with themed exhibits.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
11 - 16 min

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Fountain of the Fallen Angel
Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.
3:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Museo de Cera
Waxwork museum with depictions of famous people plus a space ride, a ghost train & a history show.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$10
Day 7Feel the Thrill at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and Artistic Delights at Lázaro Galdiano Museum
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$40

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$ 7

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$32
8 - 10 min

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Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Ornate mansion with masterpieces by Goya and Bosch, plus Renaissance antiquities and medieval armor.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
22 - 27 min

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Antón Martín Market
Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.
No time set
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Free
8 - 12 min

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La Casa Encendida
Modern multifunctional centre with contemporary art exhibitions, workshops & fair trade shop.
No time set
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Free
Day 8The Bullring and Serenity of El Retiro Park
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$17

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$ 7

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Las Ventas Bullring
Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$17
12 - 15 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Velázquez Palace
Built 1881–1883, this restored neoclassical building houses rotating exhibits of contemporary art.
No time set
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Metropolis Building
This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.
No time set
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Free
Day 9A Day Devoted to the Masterpieces of Museo Nacional del Prado
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$78

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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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
15 - 18 min

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Corral de la Morería
Inventive Spanish cuisine & nightly flamenco performances in a quaint, well known eatery.
No time set
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$62
Day 10Exploring Modern Art at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
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$12

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$ 4

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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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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$12

Budget breakdown: $300 In total

Activities & Food:$243
Transport:$58