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Madrid in 3 Days: A Journey of Culture and History

MONICA JANETH HOYOS BATISTA

MONICA JANETH HOYOS BATISTA

11 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Madrid in just 3 days. Explore iconic landmarks like Plaza de España, Temple of Debod, Royal Palace of Madrid, and Puerta de Alcalá. Immerse yourself in the beauty of El Retiro Park and delve into art at Museo Nacional del Prado. Discover the artistic wonders of Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. End your journey with a visit to the legendary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

Trip to Madrid

Day 1
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$53

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$ 10

Hotel Suites Barrio De Salamanca

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Plaza de España
Leafy square surrounded by imposing buildings, with stone & bronze statue of Cervantes on horseback.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Temple of Debod
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
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Royal Palace of Madrid
18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.
11:15 AM - 1:15 PM
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$53
9 - 14 min

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Mercado de San Miguel
Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
No time set
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Directions

Catedral de la Almudena
Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.
No time set
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Free
Day 2
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$48

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$ 10

Hotel Suites Barrio De Salamanca

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

El Retiro Park
Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional del Prado
Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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$48
Puerta de Alcalá
Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$179

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$ 15

Hotel Suites Barrio De Salamanca

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
12 - 17 min

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$45
13 - 16 min

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Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$96

Budget breakdown: $314 In total

Activities & Food:$279
Transport:$35