Madrid Adventures

Junior 2001

9 Jan 2024

Join me on an epic journey through the vibrant streets of Madrid! From royal palaces to thrilling bullrings, this 10-day itinerary is packed with excitement and cultural wonders. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Spain!

Trip to Madrid

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Thrills at Parque de Atracciones and Majestic Royal Palace

$120

$ 4

Established theme park with thrill, water & family rides & attractions, plus live entertainment.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$86

17 - 21 min

Directions

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$34

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Discovering Wildlife at Zoo Aquarium and Ancient Temple of Debod

$62

$ 7

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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$62

19 - 23 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

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

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

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

3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

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Free

Day 3Unveiling the Rich History at Museo d'America and Catedral de la Almudena

$43

$ 7

National museum of pre-Columbian, Spanish-American & Native American art & artifacts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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17 - 21 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Old orphanage with Baroque exterior, now a museum on Madrid's history, with documents, art & models.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

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18th-century mansion with displays of romantic-period paintings & furniture, plus a garden cafe.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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10 - 15 min

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Waxwork museum with depictions of famous people plus a space ride, a ghost train & a history show.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$20

Day 4Soaring Through the Skies at Museum of Aeronautics and Astronautics

$23

$ 14

Historic aircraft including the Dragon Rapide which brought Franco to Spain to launch his coup.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

18 - 22 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

Directions

Collections of Old Master paintings, fine furniture & antiques in an 1800s mansion with gardens.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

13 - 16 min

Directions

Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Exploring Madrid's Vibrant Markets and Beautiful Parks

$ 10

This popular indoor marketplace established in 1882 has stalls for produce, meat & gourmet fare.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

Happening, 3-level market with 20 stalls selling diverse, international fare, plus 3 cocktail bars.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

Directions

Vibrant indoor market with grocery vendors, international food stalls & public events.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

Streams, paths & trees in steep, sloping historic gardens on 20 acres with 2 monumental fountains.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

Modern linear green space along the Manzanares River, with cultural events & sports fields.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Embracing Nature and Tradition at Parque Juan Carlos I and Las Ventas Bullring

$98

$ 10

Urban oasis with a lake, olive grove, skating rink, free train rides & many modern sculptures.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Former estate-turned-park, popular for its grove of blooming almond trees in springtime.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

Directions

Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$34

13 - 16 min

Directions

81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$64

Day 7Strolling Through Enchanting Gardens and Art Museums

$48

$ 4

Jardín El Capricho de la Alameda de Osuna

Manicured 18th-century landscaped gardens with sculptures, water features & a Civil War bunker.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

Directions

18th century neoclassical fountain depicting the goddess Cybele on a chariot pulled by 2 lions.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

Directions

Displays on nautical science & the Spanish navy from the reign of Isabella & Ferdinand onward.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$30

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$10

Day 8Immersing in Art and Nature at Museo Nacional del Prado and El Retiro Park

$32

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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$32

12 - 18 min

Directions

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 9Unleashing the Imagination at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

$124

$ 7

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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$24

13 - 16 min

Directions

Sports fields, cycle paths & views across the city in a hillside park popular for sunset walks.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

38 - 46 min

Directions

Amusement park divided into themed areas, with several roller coasters & Batman-inspired rides.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$100

Day 10A Journey into History at Railway Museum and National Museum of Anthropology

$28

$ 4

Museum of railway history in grand former station, with carriages & locomotives, library & archives.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Long-founded ethnographic & anthropological museum depicting global cultures with themed exhibits.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $638 In total

Activities & Food:$576

Transport:$62