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5 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Fabian Roldan

Fabian Roldan

6 Oct 2023

Embark on a 5-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring iconic landmarks, indulging in delicious cuisine, and immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of the city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$19

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$ 7

Petit Hostel Palacio Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Mallorca
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Magasand Columela
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$11
Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$26

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$ 4

Petit Hostel Palacio Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Faborit
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
7 - 9 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
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Free
Punto Vegano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$13
Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$55

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$ 7

Petit Hostel Palacio Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tapas Iciar
El chef José Delgado se hace cargo de este espacio acogedor.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
19 - 23 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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$31
8 - 10 min

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Fountain of the Fallen Angel
Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Metropolis Building
This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Restaurante Taberneros
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$20

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$ 5

Petit Hostel Palacio Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Obrador San Francisco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
11 - 14 min

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Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great
Imposing neoclassical church with vast frescoed dome & chapel painted by Goya, plus guided tours.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$18

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$ 7

Petit Hostel Palacio Real

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Gustos Madrid Plaza Mayor
Elige entre nuestras acogedoras cuevas o la animada terraza. Dieta mediterránea, especialistas en arroces y paellas.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
8 - 10 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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San Jerónimo el Real
Former 1500s monastery with a remodeled neo-gothic sanctuary, stained glass & a baroque cloister.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
El Capricho Extremeño
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Petit Hostel Palacio Real
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $165 In total

Activities & Food:$138
Transport:$28