10-Day Madrid Itinerary

1. Day 1: Explore the Historic City Center
   Starting at Puerta del Sol

   Visit the Plaza Mayor and Mercado San Miguel.

2. Day 2: Art-Focused Day
   Starting at Prado Museum

   Explore Reina Sofia Museum and Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum.

3. Day 3: Royal Palace and Gardens
   Starting at Royal Palace of Madrid

   Visit the Sabatini Gardens and the Catedral de la Almudena.

4. Day 4: Day Trip to Toledo
   Starting at Atocha train station

   Explore the Alcazar of Toledo and El Greco Museum.

5. Day 5: Buen Retiro Park and Prado Museum
   Starting at Buen Retiro Park

   Explore the park and visit the Prado Museum.

6. Day 6: Flamenco Show and Tapas
   Starting at Corral de la Moreria Flamenco (show)

   Enjoy a traditional Spanish flamenco show and sample tapas at a local restaurant.

7. Day 7: Botanical Gardens and La Latina
   Starting at Royal Botanical Garden of Madrid

   Explore the botanical gardens and head to the La Latina neighborhood for food and drinks.

8. Day 8: Day Trip to Salamanca
   Starting at Chamartin Train Station

   Visit the University of Salamanca and the Catedral Vieja.

9. Day 9: Puerta del Sol and El Rastro
   Starting at Puerta del Sol

   Explore the surrounding area and visit the El Rastro flea market.

10. Day 10: Food Tour
    Starting at Mercado San Miguel

    Join a food tour to explore the city's culinary offerings.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Prado Museum (2 hours, €15)
• Reina Sofia Museum (2 hours, €10)
• Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (2 hours, €12)
• Royal Palace of Madrid (2 hours, €13)
• El Greco Museum (1 hour, €3)
• Corral de la Moreria Flamenco (90 minutes, €40)
• Food tour (4 hours, €70)
• Total Estimated Costs: €163

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to Segovia to see the Roman aqueduct or visit the Bernabeu Stadium to take a tour of the Real Madrid C.F. stadium. If you have less time, consider combining days 2 and 5 to visit both art museums in one day or skipping the day trip to Salamanca.