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10 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Camilo Cubillos

Camilo Cubillos

4 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring its vibrant culture and indulging in delicious cuisine. From iconic landmarks like Plaza de España and Puerta de Alcalá to hidden gems like Sorolla Museum and El Capricho Extremeño, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the rich history and flavors of Madrid.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$93

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$ 5

Terraza de Sabatini
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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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
8 - 11 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Pancomido
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$57
3 - 4 min

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Sorolla Museum
Former home studio of the 20th-century painter Joaquín Sorolla, housing his works of Spanish scenes.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$11
Day 2
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$90

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$ 5

Cármine
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$39
1 - 2 min

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Estación Museo Chamberí
Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Casa Paco
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$51
6 - 9 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$87

Jeronimo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
2 - 3 min

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Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
1500s royal monastery with a museum housing holy relics & works by Titian, Rubens & Caravaggio.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$26
13 - 20 min

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Cerralbo Museum
Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
7 - 10 min

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El Senador
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
8 - 12 min

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Campo del Moro
Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$84

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$ 10

Eatmytrip
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
10 - 15 min

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Parque Madrid Río
Modern linear green space along the Manzanares River, with cultural events & sports fields.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Magasand Columela
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$54
2 - 3 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$181

Faborit
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
3 - 4 min

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Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Naval Museum
Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$11
4 - 6 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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La Rotonda
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
1 - 2 min

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La Rotonda Restaurant
Plush hotel restaurant serving delicate, seasonal meat & fish plates under a stained-glass cupola.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$113
Day 6
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$72

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$ 10

Mallorca
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
6 - 8 min

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Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Meson el Alamo
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$45
12 - 17 min

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Parque de la Quinta de los Molinos
Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$98

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$ 5

Cereal Hunters Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
3 - 4 min

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National Museum of Romanticism
18th-century mansion with displays of romantic-period paintings & furniture, plus a garden cafe.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$11
4 - 6 min

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History Museum of Madrid
Old orphanage with Baroque exterior, now a museum on Madrid's history, with documents, art & models.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$11
15 - 18 min

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El Capricho Extremeño
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$54
5 - 8 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$75

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$ 5

Hola Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
4 - 6 min

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La Casa Encendida
Modern multifunctional centre with contemporary art exhibitions, workshops & fair trade shop.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Antón Martín Market
Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Ramen Kagura
Restaurante japonés especializado en noodles/fideos japoneses
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$54
3 - 4 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 9
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$48

Alfredo's Barbacoa
Lo mejor de la cocina norteamericana. Reservas online.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
8 - 11 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
4 - 5 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Trenque Lauquen
El restaurante Trenque Lauquen es una original pizzeria argentina que se encuentra pegado al Parque del Retiro. Allí podrás degustar las mejores empanadas de la ciudad y no te puedes perder una extensa variedad de pizzas artesanales.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$27
Day 10
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$108

Acid Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$33
5 - 8 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.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$48
6 - 9 min

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El Cielo
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$27

Budget breakdown: $973 In total

Activities & Food:$934
Transport:$40