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Madrid in 6 Days: A Journey of Royalty and Nature

Constanza Perez Torre

Constanza Perez Torre

27 Sep 2023

Experience the grandeur of Madrid's royal palaces and basilicas, explore the vibrant markets, and immerse yourself in the beauty of its parks and gardens. Join us on this 6-day adventure through the heart of Spain's capital.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$138

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$ 9

Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great
Imposing neoclassical church with vast frescoed dome & chapel painted by Goya, plus guided tours.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$88
12 - 17 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 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 - 4:30 PM
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$50
Day 2
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$0

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$ 17

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
16 - 24 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
Cultural center & exhibits in a Neoclassical palace, with 16th-century paintings & sculptures.
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Biblioteca Nacional de España
18th-century public library with an extensive collection of manuscripts, books & photographs.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$63

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$ 9

Jardines de Sabatini Apartosuites
Stylish rooms in a contemporary hotel featuring a rooftop terrace & a vintage car museum.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Teatro Real
Renowned opera house established in 1850 with frequent performances, guided tours & a grand design.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$63
9 - 14 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Estación Museo Chamberí
Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 25

Parque Madrid Río
Modern linear green space along the Manzanares River, with cultural events & sports fields.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Fountain of the Fallen Angel
Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
1:30 PM - 2:30 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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 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.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 9

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
19 - 23 min

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Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$275

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$ 9

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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$250
33 - 40 min

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Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $549 In total

Activities & Food:$475
Transport:$74