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Madrid Adventure: 4 Days of Culture and Fun

Gretchen Alvarado

Gretchen Alvarado

20 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 4-day journey through Madrid, Spain. Explore iconic landmarks, immerse in art and history, and experience exhilarating attractions.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$10

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$ 2

Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$6
12 - 18 min

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History Museum of Madrid
Old orphanage with Baroque exterior, now a museum on Madrid's history, with documents, art & models.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$4
Day 2
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$62

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$ 4

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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$18
21 - 26 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$44
Day 3
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$15

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$ 4

Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Vast 1500s complex of royal buildings housing old masters, lavish apartments & a vaulted library.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
41 - 50 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Matadero Madrid
Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$63

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$ 2

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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$13
39 - 47 min

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Parque Warner Madrid
Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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$50

Budget breakdown: $159 In total

Activities & Food:$149
Transport:$10