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Madrid in 4 Days: A Journey of Architectural Marvels and Cultural Delights

Diana Rincon

Diana Rincon

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring iconic landmarks like the Metropolis Building, Neptune Fountain, Cibeles Fountain, Puerta de Alcalá, El Retiro Park, Plaza de España, Royal Palace of Madrid, Mercado de San Miguel, Palacio de Cristal, Museo Nacional del Prado, El Oso y el Madroño, Temple of Debod, Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, and Estación Museo Chamberí. Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking beauty of this enchanting city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$0

Metropolis Building
This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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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.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$18

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$ 2

Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$18
16 - 24 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 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
Day 3
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$19

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$ 2

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
15 - 22 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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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.
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$15

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$ 2

Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
45 - 54 min

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Estación Museo Chamberí
Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $57 In total

Activities & Food:$52
Transport:$5