Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey Through Art and Culture

Sara_Tejina

12 Oct 2023

Embark on a 5-day adventure in Madrid, Spain, exploring its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. From the iconic Royal Palace to the renowned Museo Nacional del Prado, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the city's artistic treasures and hidden gems.

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$35

Santillan II

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

Directions

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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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$35

Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$50

$ 10

Santillan II

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

Directions

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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$10

3 levels of gourmet & everyday groceries with food stations, cooking demos & a terrace bar.

12:45 PM - 1:15 PM

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$40

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$ 7

Santillan II

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 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

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

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$13

$ 10

Santillan II

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

Arts & cultural center with movie theater, live performances, exhibition halls & a cafe/restaurant.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

Directions

Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

$38

$ 7

Santillan II

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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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$38

Unpretentious hotel featuring no-nonsense rooms, some with a/c, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $168 In total

Activities & Food:$135

Transport:$33