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4 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Royal Palaces and Exquisite Cuisine

Sebastian Obando

29 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring the magnificent Royal Palace, enchanting gardens, and indulging in delectable local cuisine. Join us as we discover the hidden gems of this vibrant city!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$111

·

$ 4

Hola Rooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Eatmytrip

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Catedral de la Almudena

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 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.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$35

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Acid Café

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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Directions

CaixaForum Madrid

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

La Tragantúa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Day 2

+

$113

·

$ 10

Hola Rooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Terraza de Sabatini

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$26

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Campo del Moro

Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Real Jardín Botánico

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Pui's Thai Tapas

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

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

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Pui's Thai Tapas

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 3

+

$66

·

$ 7

Hola Rooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Sidrería Astur

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Fountain of the Fallen Angel

Landmark 1877 sculpture depicting Lucifer falling from heaven, plus a fountain with gargoyles below.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Palacio de Cristal

Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

El Retiro Park

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Magasand Columela

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Puerta de Alcalá

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

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

DokiDoki

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 4

+

$86

·

$ 10

Hola Rooms

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Hong Kong Kitchen

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Sabatini Garden

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Western Park

Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

El Club Allard

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Cerralbo Museum

Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Faborit

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $406 In total

Activities & Food:$376

Transport:$30