Background
Trip Planner Logo

A 2-Day Adventure in Madrid

Paula Galán

Paula Galán

13 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Madrid in just 2 days! Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Spain's capital city.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
+

$76

·

$ 4

Casa Paco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
•
$16
6 - 9 min

~

Directions

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

~

Directions

Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
•
Free
12 - 18 min

~

Directions

Restaurante Taberneros
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
•
$38
6 - 9 min

~

Directions

Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
•
Free
7 - 10 min

~

Directions

Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
•
Free
16 - 23 min

~

Directions

Toledo Gate
Gate built in the Neoclassical style to honor Fernando VII, with stone arches & statues.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
•
Free
5 - 8 min

~

Directions

El Capricho Extremeño
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
•
$22
Day 2
+

$86

·

$ 7

La Portuguesa Taberna
Especialidades de comida portuguesa. Todo tipo de bacalo y vino portugués. Un pequeño lujo en el barrio de Argüelles.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
•
$26
5 - 8 min

~

Directions

Temple of Debod
Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
•
Free
12 - 15 min

~

Directions

Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
•
Free
9 - 14 min

~

Directions

El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
11:15 AM - 2:15 PM
•
Free
8 - 12 min

~

Directions

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.
2:45 PM - 4:15 PM
•
$34
8 - 12 min

~

Directions

Palacio de Cristal
Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
•
Free
16 - 20 min

~

Directions

Matadero Madrid
Former slaughterhouse housing contemporary arts center hosting exhibitions, performances & cinema.
5:45 PM - 7:45 PM
•
Free
5 - 8 min

~

Directions

Trattoria Increscendo
8:15 PM - 9:45 PM
•
$26

Budget breakdown: $172 In total

Activities & Food:$162
Transport:$10