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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey Through Art and Culture

Maria Fernanda Torres

19 Oct 2023

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Discover the vibrant city of Madrid in just 3 days! Immerse yourself in the rich art scene, explore beautiful gardens, indulge in delicious cuisine, and visit iconic landmarks. Join us on this exciting itinerary!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$44

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Contemporary pick with refined rooms & suites, some with terraces, plus free Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

CaixaForum Madrid

Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Real Jardín Botánico

Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

5 - 8 min

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La Rotonda

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$23

Museo Nacional del Prado

Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$16

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Contemporary pick with refined rooms & suites, some with terraces, plus free Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

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$36

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$ 2

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Contemporary pick with refined rooms & suites, some with terraces, plus free Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Cibeles Fountain

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

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

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

El Retiro Park

Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Pui's Thai Tapas

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$23

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$13

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Contemporary pick with refined rooms & suites, some with terraces, plus free Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

+

$39

·

$ 2

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Contemporary pick with refined rooms & suites, some with terraces, plus free Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Temple of Debod

Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Sabatini Garden

Neoclassical garden of the Royal Palace, with 3 terraces, fountains, statues & outdoor events.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

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.

12:45 PM - 2:15 PM

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$21

9 - 14 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.

2:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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$18

Mercado de San Miguel

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

4:45 PM - 6:15 PM

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Free

Room Mate Alicia Hotel

Contemporary pick with refined rooms & suites, some with terraces, plus free Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Budget breakdown: $122 In total

Activities & Food:$118

Transport:$4