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Madrid in 8 Days: A Journey through Art, History, and Culture

Bryan Felipe Mosquera Pulgarin

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Madrid, where art, history, and culture collide. Explore ancient marvels, indulge in authentic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this captivating city. Join us on this 8-day itinerary and discover the hidden gems of Madrid.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and History at El Retiro Park and Toledo Gate

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$0

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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 - 11 min

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Directions

Toledo Gate

Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Delightful Discoveries at San Fernando Market, Real Jardín Botánico, Palacio de Cristal, and Puerta de Alcalá

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$5

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

San Fernando Market

Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Real Jardín Botánico

Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$5

17 - 26 min

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Directions

Palacio de Cristal

Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Artistic Wonders at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Cibeles Fountain

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$12

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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

12 - 15 min

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Directions

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

Day 4Ancient Treasures at Temple of Debod, Catedral de la Almudena, and Royal Palace of Madrid

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$17

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$ 4

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

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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Directions

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

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Royal Palace of Madrid

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

11:15 AM - 1:15 PM

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$17

Day 5Majestic Beauty at Plaza de España, Campo del Moro, and Cerralbo Museum

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$5

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$ 4

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Campo del Moro

Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Cerralbo Museum

Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$5

Day 6A Journey through Art at Naval Museum and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

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$19

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$ 4

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Naval Museum

Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$4

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

Day 7Thrilling Traditions at Las Ventas Bullring and Lope de Vega's House-Museum

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$21

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$ 5

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

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

15 - 18 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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$4

Day 8Masterpieces Galore at Museo Nacional del Prado

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$16

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$ 4

Casa 18

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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

Budget breakdown: $128 In total

Activities & Food:$95

Transport:$33