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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey Through Art, History, and Culture

Corina Sanchez

Corina Sanchez

5 Dec 2023

Embark on a whirlwind adventure through Madrid, Spain, as you immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene, explore historical landmarks, and indulge in the rich culture of this captivating city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Icons of Madrid - Puerta de Alcalá, Círculo de Bellas Artes, Museo Nacional del Prado
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$67

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$ 10

ibis Madrid Calle Alcalá

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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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
8 - 11 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$19
9 - 14 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.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$48
Day 2Nature and Art - El Retiro Park, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Temple of Debod, Cerralbo Museum
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$60

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$ 15

ibis Madrid Calle Alcalá

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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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
11 - 16 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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$45
15 - 18 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Cerralbo Museum
Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
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$15
Day 3Sporting Glory and Royal Splendor - Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Zoo Aquarium de Madrid, Royal Palace of Madrid
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$240

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$ 20

ibis Madrid Calle Alcalá

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$96
30 - 36 min

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Zoo Aquarium de Madrid
Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$93
15 - 18 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.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$51

Budget breakdown: $411 In total

Activities & Food:$367
Transport:$45