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Madrid in 5 Days: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Ondine Bastardo

Ondine Bastardo

6 Oct 2023

Join me on a captivating 5-day adventure in Madrid, Spain. Explore iconic landmarks, stunning parks, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this vibrant city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$ 4

Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Liria Palace
Ornate 18th-century palace with furnishings, tapestries & a notable collection of classic art.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Western Park
Expansive, landscaped, 20th-century urban park with paths meandering past conifer & cedar trees.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$ 4

Temple of Debod
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
13 - 16 min

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El Oso y el Madroño
Landmark bronze sculpture in a bustling city square featuring a bear & a strawberry tree.
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Metropolis Building
This ornate 1911 beaux arts structure features a gilded cupola with a winged goddess statue.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
12:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$ 4

Monument to Alfonso XII
Built in 1922, this monument in Buen Retiro Park features a colonnade with an equestrian statue.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 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.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$ 4

Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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San Jerónimo el Real
Former 1500s monastery with a remodeled neo-gothic sanctuary, stained glass & a baroque cloister.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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CaixaForum Madrid
Herzog & de Meuron–designed arts center in former power station, hosting exhibitions & performances.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$ 7

Cibeles Fountain
18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 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
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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $20 In total

Activities & Food:Free
Transport:$20