10-Day Spain Itinerary: Explore Madrid, Malaga, and Barcelona

Day 1: Explore Madrid

Madrid, Spain

8:00AM

Breakfast at La Mallorquina

Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast at La Mallorquina, famous for its delicious pastries and coffee.
Located in Plaza Mayor, easy walk from most hotel locations.
EUR10, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid

After breakfast, immerse yourself in Spain's rich history with a tour of the Royal Palace, offering stunning architecture and beautiful gardens.
A short 15-minute walk from the café.
EUR12, 2.5 hours

12:00PM

Stroll through Retiro Park

Take a leisurely stroll through Retiro Park, where you can enjoy nature and even rent a rowboat on the lake.
A 20-minute walk from the palace.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Mercado de San Miguel

Savor a variety of tapas and local cuisine at Mercado de San Miguel, a vibrant market full of delicious offerings.
A 15-minute walk back towards Plaza Mayor.
EUR20, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit the Prado Museum

Spend your afternoon marveling at masterpieces from the likes of Velázquez and Goya at the world-renowned Prado Museum.
A 20-minute walk from the market.
EUR15, 2 hours

5:30PM

Explore the Retiro Palace

Continue to explore nearby attractions, including the beautiful Crystal Palace within Retiro Park.
Short walk within the park.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Casa Lucio

Indulge in a traditional Spanish dinner at Casa Lucio, renowned for its excellent huevos rotos (broken eggs).
A 10-minute cab ride
EUR30, 2 hours

9:00PM

Tapas and Flamenco Show

End your day by enjoying tapas accompanied by an exhilarating Flamenco show at Casa Patas.
A 15-minute walk from Casa Lucio.
EUR40, 2.5 hours
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