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Madrid in 2 Days: A Journey Through History and Culture

daniela cardona

daniela cardona

1 Oct 2023

Discover the vibrant city of Madrid in just 2 days! Explore iconic landmarks like Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, El Retiro Park, Puerta de Alcalá, and Plaza de España. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid. Visit world-renowned museums like Museo Nacional del Prado and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Indulge in delicious cuisine at Magasand Columela and Pui's Thai Tapas. Don't miss the lively atmosphere of Mercado de San Miguel. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Madrid!

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$204

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$ 10

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$94
10 - 12 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
9 - 14 min

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Magasand Columela
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$57
2 - 3 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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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.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$53
Day 2
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$145

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$ 10

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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$56
6 - 8 min

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Pui's Thai Tapas
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$51
7 - 10 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.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$38
9 - 11 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $368 In total

Activities & Food:$348
Transport:$20