Madrid in 7 Days

Grecars Motors

20 Dec 2023

Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of Madrid in this 7-day itinerary. From stunning parks to iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the beauty of the Spanish capital.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serene Oasis and Architectural Marvels

$ 10

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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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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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

Day 2Botanical Wonders and Artistic Delights

$15

$ 20

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

8 - 10 min

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This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Modern multifunctional centre with contemporary art exhibitions, workshops & fair trade shop.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Masterpieces at the National Museum

$48

$ 10

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

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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$48

Day 4Art, History, and Royal Splendor

$96

$ 10

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$45

11 - 16 min

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Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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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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$51

Day 5Cathedral Charm and Natural Beauty

$ 15

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Gardens, Temples, and Underground Wonders

$ 15

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

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

12 - 18 min

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Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Madrid Metro ghost station, opened in 1919 & unused since 1966, now a museum with original decor.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

Day 7Wildlife Adventure at the Zoo Aquarium

$93

$ 10

Centro de Acogida El Vivero

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

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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$93

Budget breakdown: $341 In total

Activities & Food:$252

Transport:$89