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Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Laura Arroyave

Laura Arroyave

1 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Madrid, Spain. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant Spanish culture.

Day 1
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$27

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$ 2

room007 Gran Vía Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 6 min

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room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$8
7 - 10 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
Free
Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$19
room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$30

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$ 2

room007 Gran Vía Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Directions

Vailima
Os invitamos a ocupar una de las mesitas de nuestro salón para paladear un buen té. Sea cual sea el elegido disfrutaréis de sabores y aromas embriagadores.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$13
12 - 15 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
Free
16 - 23 min

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Directions

Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Ramen Kagura
Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$17
room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$33

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$ 4

room007 Gran Vía Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Directions

room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
12 - 18 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$18
4 - 6 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
Free
Punto Vegano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$10
room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$41

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$ 4

room007 Gran Vía Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Rodilla
Cadena nacional de restauración informal, artesana, saludable y de calidad desde 1939.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
5 - 8 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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$13
Pui's Thai Tapas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
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$38

room007 Gran Vía Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Directions

room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

Acid Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$9
6 - 9 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$19
El Cielo
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$10
room007 Gran Vía Hostel
Informal hostel featuring unfussy dorms & private rooms with free Wi-Fi, plus a 24/7 shared lounge.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $178 In total

Activities & Food:$168
Transport:$10