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A Week in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Mahmoud Dewidar

Mahmoud Dewidar

15 Nov 2023

Embark on a 7-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring iconic landmarks, indulging in delicious cuisine, and immersing yourself in the vibrant local culture. Join us as we visit the Royal Palace, Cibeles Fountain, Temple of Debod, El Retiro Park, and much more!

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$25

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$ 2

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
4 - 6 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$17
11 - 14 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
Day 2
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$13

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$ 2

La Portuguesa Taberna
Especialidades de comida portuguesa. Todo tipo de bacalo y vino portugués. Un pequeño lujo en el barrio de Argüelles.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
5 - 8 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$20

La Rotonda
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
2 - 3 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
Day 4
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$10

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 11 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$21

Rodilla
Cadena nacional de restauración informal, artesana, saludable y de calidad desde 1939.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$12
Day 6
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$41

Tapas Iciar
El chef José Delgado se hace cargo de este espacio acogedor.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
4 - 6 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$32
Day 7
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$0

Budget breakdown: $134 In total

Activities & Food:$130
Transport:$4