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Madrid: A 4-Day Adventure

Ariadna Del Rosario Rodríguez

Ariadna Del Rosario Rodríguez

27 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Madrid in just 4 days! Explore historic landmarks, beautiful parks, and vibrant markets on this exciting itinerary.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$53

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$ 5

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
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.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$53
11 - 16 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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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.
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 15

Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$38

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$ 5

Fountain of the Fallen Angel
Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$38
10 - 15 min

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San Fernando Market
Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 5

Parque de la Quinta de los Molinos
Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna
Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $120 In total

Activities & Food:$90
Transport:$30