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Madrid in 7 Days: A Journey Through Art, History, and Culture

FATİH GÜVERCİN

FATİH GÜVERCİN

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a week-long adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring its vibrant art scene, rich history, and captivating culture. From iconic landmarks to world-renowned museums, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the heart and soul of this enchanting city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1Serenity and Elegance at El Retiro Park, Puerta de Alcalá, and Cibeles Fountain
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$0

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
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 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
Day 2Masterpieces Galore at Museo Nacional del Prado
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$64

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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$64
Day 3Unveiling the World's Cultures at National Museum of Anthropology and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
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$78

National Museum of Anthropology
Long-founded ethnographic & anthropological museum depicting global cultures with themed exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$30
7 - 10 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.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$48
Day 4Nature's Beauty and Artistic Wonders at Real Jardín Botánico, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and Temple of Debod
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$80

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$ 7

Real Jardín Botánico
Botanical garden with outdoor gardens & greenhouses, plus walking trails & monthly activities.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$20
8 - 12 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$60
15 - 18 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
Day 5Thrilling Bullfights and Football Fever at Las Ventas Bullring and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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$196

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$ 7

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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$68
16 - 20 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$128
Day 6Stepping into History and Art at Lope de Vega's House-Museum, San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy, and Museo d'America
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$30

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$ 7

Lope de Vega's House-Museum
Restored 17th-century house museum of the playwright Lope de Vega, with period furniture & artworks.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
8 - 12 min

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San Fernando Fine Art Royal Academy
Cultural center & exhibits in a Neoclassical palace, with 16th-century paintings & sculptures.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Museo d'America
National museum of pre-Columbian, Spanish-American & Native American art & artifacts.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$15
Day 7Majestic Royalty and Timeless Treasures at Royal Palace of Madrid and Cerralbo Museum
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$88

Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$68
10 - 15 min

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Cerralbo Museum
Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $556 In total

Activities & Food:$536
Transport:$20