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8 Days in Madrid: A Journey of Art, Parks, and Culinary Delights

Jesus Croda

Jesus Croda

5 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in 8 days, exploring world-class art museums, picturesque parks, and savoring delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$67

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$ 4

La Libre
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
7 - 10 min

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Library Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Círculo de Bellas Artes
Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
5 - 8 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
8 - 11 min

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Magasand Columela
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$38
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 2
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$160

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$ 7

El Palacio del Pollo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
22 - 27 min

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Parque Warner Madrid
Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$100
21 - 26 min

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Chirón
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$34
Day 3
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$65

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$ 4

Fanático
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 11 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$35
6 - 9 min

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Restaurante Taberneros
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
Day 4
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$71

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$ 7

Mallorca
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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
24 - 29 min

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Teleférico en Rosales
Cable car above river & parks with views of the city & Royal Palace, terminating at a picnic area.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$15
8 - 11 min

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Casa Paco
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
Day 5
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$126

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$ 7

Zabala Empanadas
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
8 - 10 min

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Parque de Atracciones de Madrid
Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$88
11 - 14 min

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La Masía de José Luis
La Masia de José Luis, una antigua Finca situada en pleno centro de Madrid, reformada e inaugurada en el año 2003. Pascua Ortega ha diseñado todos sus Salones, para cualquier celebración especial que precise, dándoles a cada uno de ellos su propia personalidad.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
Day 6
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$48

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$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
12 - 18 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 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.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
8 - 12 min

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Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$50

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$ 4

Obrador San Francisco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
5 - 8 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Parque Madrid Río
Modern linear green space along the Manzanares River, with cultural events & sports fields.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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El Landó
No dudes en probar nuestras delicias. Abierto el domingo a mediodía.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
Day 8
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$50

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$ 4

Bigote y Corazón
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
2 - 3 min

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Mercado de San Ildefonso
Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Viridiana
Contamos con una selección de los mejores vinos.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36

Budget breakdown: $676 In total

Activities & Food:$636
Transport:$40