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8 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Beauty and Adventure

LIna Alfonso

LIna Alfonso

13 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in 8 days. Explore stunning parks, visit historical landmarks, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Spain's capital.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$15

Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
16 - 23 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$154

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$ 5

Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$131
14 - 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Teleférico en Rosales
Cable car above river & parks with views of the city & Royal Palace, terminating at a picnic area.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$23
Day 3
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$0

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$ 5

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
14 - 17 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$27

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$ 5

Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Liria Palace
Ornate 18th-century palace with furnishings, tapestries & a notable collection of classic art.
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$26
Day 5
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$94

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$ 5

Zoo Aquarium de Madrid
Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$94
24 - 29 min

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Monument to Alfonso XII
Built in 1922, this monument in Buen Retiro Park features a colonnade with an equestrian statue.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Velázquez Palace
Built 1881–1883, this restored neoclassical building houses rotating exhibits of contemporary art.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$94

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$ 5

Faunia
Polar & jungle ecosystems in a zoo with hundreds of animal species kept in their natural habitats.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$94
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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
+

$150

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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$150
Day 8
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$0

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$ 5

Cerro del Tío Pío
Sports fields, cycle paths & views across the city in a hillside park popular for sunset walks.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $562 In total

Activities & Food:$533
Transport:$30