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Madrid Adventure: 6 Days of Culture and Beauty

Geralys Román

Geralys Román

27 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant city of Madrid. Explore stunning parks, majestic palaces, and iconic landmarks that will leave you in awe. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$0

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$ 10

Parque Madrid Río
Modern linear green space along the Manzanares River, with cultural events & sports fields.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Sabatini Garden
Neoclassical garden of the Royal Palace, with 3 terraces, fountains, statues & outdoor events.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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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.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$105

Jardines de Sabatini Apartosuites
Stylish rooms in a contemporary hotel featuring a rooftop terrace & a vintage car museum.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$105
16 - 24 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 20

Mercado de la Paz
This popular indoor marketplace established in 1882 has stalls for produce, meat & gourmet fare.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Neptune Fountain
Neoclassical fountain in the center of a roundabout depicting Neptune on a shell-shaped chariot.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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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.
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 10

Parque de la Quinta de los Molinos
Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Parque Juan Carlos I
Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 20

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
17 - 21 min

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Monument to Alfonso XII
Built in 1922, this monument in Buen Retiro Park features a colonnade with an equestrian statue.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 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
10 - 12 min

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Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great
Imposing neoclassical church with vast frescoed dome & chapel painted by Goya, plus guided tours.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 20

Matadero Madrid
Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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CaixaForum Madrid
Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $184 In total

Activities & Food:$105
Transport:$79