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A Week in Madrid: Exploring the Heart of Spain

Kyle Polster

Kyle Polster

21 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through Madrid, Spain's vibrant capital. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$92

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$ 7

chic&basic dot Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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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
12 - 18 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Ramses Natsuki
Design and sophistication by Philippe Starck. Gastronomy, cocktails, events, music... También puedes seguirnos en https://www.facebook.com/ramses.madrid
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$46
3 - 4 min

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Magasand Columela
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 2
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$120

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$ 7

chic&basic dot Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 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.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$32
11 - 16 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Alabaster
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$46
5 - 8 min

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DokiDoki
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 3
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$106

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$ 7

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Depart from your stay 🏨

3 - 4 min

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Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$18
14 - 21 min

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Antón Martín Market
Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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La Pulpería de Victoria
Especialidad en pulpo, cocina gallega y tapas variadas.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$42
4 - 6 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Rosi la Loca
Excelente lugar estilo vintage de bar de tapas españolas en el centro de Madrid, buenos precios, excelente comida, para todo público. Ven y a visitarnos!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 4
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$113

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$ 10

chic&basic dot Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
13 - 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.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
5 - 8 min

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Pui's Thai Tapas
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$46
12 - 17 min

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Los Porfiados
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
5 - 8 min

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San Fernando Market
Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.
No time set
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Sabatini Garden
Neoclassical garden of the Royal Palace, with 3 terraces, fountains, statues & outdoor events.
No time set
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Free
Day 5
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$123

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$ 14

chic&basic dot Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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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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$35
24 - 29 min

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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
1 - 2 min

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El Pimiento Verde
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$46
3 - 4 min

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Mesón del Champiñón
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
15 - 18 min

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Velázquez Palace
Built 1881–1883, this restored neoclassical building houses rotating exhibits of contemporary art.
No time set
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Metropolis Building
This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.
No time set
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Free
Day 6
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$114

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$ 10

chic&basic dot Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

50 - 60 min

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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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$30
45 - 54 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Punto Vegano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$42
4 - 5 min

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Txirimiri
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42

Budget breakdown: $720 In total

Activities & Food:$668
Transport:$53