10 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Milena Torres Talavera

3 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring its rich cultural heritage and thrilling attractions. From iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Catedral de la Almudena to the excitement of Parque de Atracciones de Madrid and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$44

$ 2

Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$44

18 - 22 min

Directions

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 2

$24

$ 2

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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$18

4 - 6 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

Historic aircraft including the Dragon Rapide which brought Franco to Spain to launch his coup.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 3

$20

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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10 - 12 min

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Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$15

Day 4

$32

$ 2

Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$31

21 - 26 min

Directions

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

6 - 9 min

Directions

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

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

$ 2

Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

Directions

18th-century mansion with displays of romantic-period paintings & furniture, plus a garden cafe.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Day 6

$36

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

Former home studio of the 20th-century painter Joaquín Sorolla, housing his works of Spanish scenes.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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8 - 10 min

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81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$32

Day 7

$22

$ 4

Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna

Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$18

14 - 17 min

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Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Day 8

$21

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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$16

4 - 6 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Day 9

$50

Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 10

$19

$ 2

Museum of railway history in grand former station, with carriages & locomotives, library & archives.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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7 - 9 min

Directions

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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$13

Budget breakdown: $286 In total

Activities & Food:$270

Transport:$17