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3-Day Cultural and Culinary Exploration in Madrid, Spain

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Day 1: Historic Madrid

Madrid, Spain on May 6, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Chocolatería San Ginés

Start your day with the famous churros con chocolate at this iconic Madrid spot, open from 6:00am, perfect for an authentic and energizing breakfast.
EUR6, 0h30m

9:30am

Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor Walk

Explore the bustling heart of Madrid, visiting the Puerta del Sol and the historic Plaza Mayor, great for photo ops and soaking in the city vibe.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Visit the Mercado de San Miguel

Tour this vibrant market and sample a variety of gourmet tapas and local delicacies in a lively atmosphere. Open until midnight.
Variable, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Casa Lucio

Enjoy the famous 'huevos rotos' (broken eggs) in this traditional Madrid restaurant, open from noon to midnight.
EUR25, 1h

2:00pm

Explore the Royal Palace of Madrid

Visit one of Europe’s largest palaces, featuring stunning baroque architecture and lavish interiors. Open 10:00am to 8:00pm.
EUR14, 2h

4:30pm

Stroll through the Sabatini Gardens

Relax with a peaceful walk through the beautifully landscaped gardens adjacent to the palace, offering great views and photo opportunities.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Sobrino de Botín

Dine at the world’s oldest restaurant, enjoying classic Castilian dishes like roast suckling pig. Open 1:00pm to 11:30pm.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Art & Park

Madrid, Spain on May 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at La Rollerie

Enjoy a French-style breakfast with fresh pastries and coffee; open from 7:30am.
EUR10, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Museo del Prado

Explore one of the world’s premier art museums, featuring masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. Open 10:00am to 8:00pm on weekdays.
EUR15, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at El Botánico

Relax with Mediterranean dishes at this charming restaurant near the museum; open weekdays from 1:00pm.
EUR30, 1h

2:00pm

Retiro Park Visit

Enjoy a leisurely afternoon roaming Retiro Park, visiting the Crystal Palace and rowing on the lake, open all day and free to enter.
Free, 3h

5:30pm

Visit Reina Sofia Museum

Discover modern art including Picasso’s Guernica. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am to 9:00pm.
EUR12, 2h

8:00pm

Dinner at La Trainera

Experience fresh seafood in a classic Madrid setting; open until 11:30pm.
EUR35, 1h30m
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Day 3: Royal & Retail

Madrid, Spain on May 8, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café de Oriente

Enjoy a breakfast with views of the Royal Palace, offering coffee, pastries, and light meals; open from 8:00am.
EUR15, 0h45m

9:30am

Tour Almudena Cathedral

Visit this striking cathedral next to the Royal Palace, open daily from 9:00am to 8:00pm, admiring its neoclassical and modern design.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Shopping along Gran Vía

Explore Madrid’s most famous shopping street filled with a mix of international brands and local boutiques, ideal for souvenirs and fashion finds.
Variable, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Lhardy

Taste classic Madrid cocido at this historic deli and restaurant; open 1:00pm to 5:00pm and 8:30pm to 11:30pm.
EUR20, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Conclude the cultural tour by viewing an extensive private collection of art spanning the 13th to 20th centuries, open 10:00am to 7:00pm.
EUR13, 2h

6:00pm

Evening stroll and tapas at El Viajero, La Latina

Enjoy a lively evening with outdoor tapas and drinks at this popular La Latina hotspot, open until late.
EUR30, 2h
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