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10 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Richard Pias

Richard Pias

11 Oct 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring its rich cultural heritage and indulging in delicious cuisine. From iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Puerta de Alcalá to hidden gems like the Temple of Debod, this itinerary will take you on a memorable journey through the heart of Madrid.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$16

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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$16
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 - 11:15 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$61

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
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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$35
Day 3
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$10

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$ 4

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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$10
3 - 4 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 - 16 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$45

Rodilla
Cadena nacional de restauración informal, artesana, saludable y de calidad desde 1939.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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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$25
Day 5
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$81

Tapas Iciar
El chef José Delgado se hace cargo de este espacio acogedor.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
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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$63
Day 6
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$0

Day 7
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$14

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
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 8
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$0

Day 9
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$52

Acid Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
5 - 8 min

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Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
Day 10
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$0

Budget breakdown: $282 In total

Activities & Food:$278
Transport:$4