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10 Days in Madrid: A Journey Through Royal Palaces and Vibrant Culture

andres felipe carvajal

10 Nov 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Madrid, Spain. Explore the magnificent Royal Palace, marvel at the iconic Catedral de la Almudena, and soak in the beauty of Plaza de España. Discover hidden gems like the Neptune Fountain, Toledo Gate, and Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida. Immerse yourself in the arts at Teatro Real and admire the grandeur of Cibeles Fountain. Experience the charm of Estación Museo Chamberí, Puerta de Alcalá, and Monument to Alfonso XII. Witness the excitement of Las Ventas Bullring and indulge in the flavors of Mercado de San Miguel. Unwind at Parque Warner Madrid and delve into the rich history of Museo Nacional del Prado. Finally, find tranquility in the enchanting El Retiro Park. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$18

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$ 4

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Royal Palace of Madrid

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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El Oso y el Madroño

Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 2

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$0

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$ 4

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Catedral de la Almudena

Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 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

Day 3

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$0

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$ 7

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Neptune Fountain

Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Toledo Gate

Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida

Chapel-turned-museum & burial place of the famous artist Francisco de Goya, featuring his frescoes.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

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$13

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$ 5

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Teatro Real

Renowned opera house established in 1850 with frequent performances, guided tours & a grand design.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Cibeles Fountain

18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 5

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$0

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$ 5

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Estación Museo Chamberí

Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Monument to Alfonso XII

Built in 1922, this monument in Buen Retiro Park features a colonnade with an equestrian statue.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

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$18

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$ 5

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

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

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Mercado de San Miguel

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

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$0

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 8

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$50

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$ 4

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

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Directions

Parque Warner Madrid

Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 9

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$16

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$ 4

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

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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$16

Day 10

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$0

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$ 4

HOSTEL THIRTY ONE

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

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

Budget breakdown: $151 In total

Activities & Food:$114

Transport:$38