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A 3-Day Adventure in Madrid

Judith Lombardo

Judith Lombardo

11 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through the vibrant city of Madrid. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Spain's capital.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$127

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$ 4

Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Café de Oriente
Situado en la Plaza de Oriente, frente al Palacio Real y en el Madrid de los Austria, encontramos este Café único en la ciudad. Ofrece servicio de Café-Bistrot durante todo el día, Restaurante Gourmet en la Planta Baja y la mejor Terraza de Madrid.
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$46
2 - 3 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.
2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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$35
5 - 8 min

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La Esquina del Real
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 2
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$120

El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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La Rotonda
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$46
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.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$32
8 - 11 min

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La Tragantúa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 3
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$207

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$ 4

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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$25
12 - 17 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$30
12 - 15 min

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Madame Sushita
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$42
6 - 9 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$64
9 - 14 min

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New York Burger
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46

Budget breakdown: $461 In total

Activities & Food:$454
Transport:$7