Comprehensive Budget Explorer's Madrid

Discover Madrid's historic core, starting with a self-guided mystery hunt by the Royal Palace before visiting royal landmarks, traditional plazas, and the bustling Gran Vía.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Chocolatería San Ginés

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy traditional churros and thick hot chocolate at Madrid's most iconic historic café.

2. 09:30|11:15
   

   Outdoor

   Selfguided mystery hunt by The Royal Palace in Madrid

   09:30 – 11:15

   Solve clues and explore the grounds around the Royal Palace at your own pace.

3. 11:30|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Royal Palace of Madrid Tour

   11:30 – 13:00

   Tour the grand state rooms and courtyard of the official residence of the Spanish royal family.

   • entryEUR 18
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mercado de San Miguel

   13:00 – 14:00

   Sample an assortment of affordable tapas under the glass structure of this historic iron market.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   An Afternoon at Plaza Mayor

   14:30 – 16:00

   Spend time soaking in the atmosphere of Madrid's principal central plaza.

   • entryFree
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Shopping

   Explore Gran Vía

   16:30 – 18:00

   Browse the shops and admire the early 20th-century architecture along Madrid's grandest avenue.

7. 18:30|19:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Sunset Stroll along Gran Via

   18:30 – 19:45

   Walk along the glowing boulevard as twilight illuminates the city skyline.

   • entryFree
8. 20:30|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Casa Labra

   20:30 – 21:30

   Dine on traditional salt-cod croquettes and tapas in a tavern established in 1860.

Immerse yourself in world-famous art galleries before cycling and walking through the green avenues of El Retiro Park.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Café Murillo

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee next to the Prado Museum.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Art & Culture at the Prado Museum

   09:30 – 11:30

   Examine masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco in Spain's premier national art museum.

   • entryFree
3. 11:30|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Royal Botanical Garden

   11:30 – 12:45

   Stroll through manicured gardens housing thousands of plant species beside the Prado.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at El Remo

   13:00 – 14:00

   Casual lunch serving traditional Spanish daily menus near the museum quarter.

5. 14:30|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Museo Reina Sofia Visit

   14:30 – 16:30

   View 20th-century modern art including Picasso's masterpiece, Guernica.

   • entryFree
6. 16:45|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Retiro Park Leisure Walk

   16:45 – 18:00

   Unwind with a peaceful walk around the Glass Palace and central lake of El Retiro Park.

7. 18:15|19:30
   

   Outdoor

   Bicycle rental in Madrid

   18:15 – 19:30

   Pick up a bicycle to explore the broader tree-lined pathways around the park and adjacent avenues.

8. 20:00|21:15
   

   Food

   Dinner at Taberna el Sur

   20:00 – 21:15

   Relax over affordable tapas and wine in the lively neighborhood of Lavapiés.

Take a half-day trip to medieval Toledo, then return to Madrid for gallery visits, park walks, and live jazz.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at La Mallorquina

   08:00 – 08:45

   Grab fresh pastry and café con leche near Puerta del Sol before departure.

2. 09:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Toledo Express

   09:00 – 12:30

   Travel to Toledo to admire its medieval fortress, historic streets, and cultural heritage.

   • entryINR 3514
3. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Restaurant El Trébol in Toledo

   13:00 – 14:00

   Savor authentic regional dishes like carcamusas in the heart of Toledo.

4. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

   14:30 – 16:00

   Explore an extensive private art collection spanning the early masters to modern pop art.

   • entryEUR 15
5. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Afternoon Visit to Sorolla Museum

   16:30 – 18:00

   Visit the charming former home and studio of impressionist painter Joaquín Sorolla.

   • entryEUR 15
6. 18:30|19:45
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset Walk at El Retiro Park

   18:30 – 19:45

   Watch the evening golden hour light over Retiro Park's monuments and gardens.

7. 20:30|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bodega de la Ardosa

   20:30 – 21:30

   Classic Spanish tortilla and vermouth at an iconic Madrid bar.

8. 21:45|23:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Jazz at Café Central

   21:45 – 23:15

   Enjoy live music in one of Madrid's most famous historic jazz venues.

   • entryFree

Delve into local market culture, craft workshops, urban street art in bohemian quarters, and authentic flamenco performances.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Federal Café

   08:30 – 09:15

   Start the day with fresh coffee and breakfast plates in the trendy Malasaña area.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Guided Tour of El Rastro Market

   09:30 – 11:00

   Learn about the rich history of Madrid's famous open-air flea market district.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Shopping

   Leathercraft workshop in the Rastro of Madrid.

   11:15 – 12:45

   Try your hand at traditional leather crafting techniques in a historic neighborhood studio.

4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Casa Lucio

   13:00 – 14:00

   Famous for its classic huevos rotos in the atmospheric La Latina district.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Street Art Tour in Lavapiés

   14:30 – 16:00

   Explore murals, graffiti, and community art projects across the multicultural Lavapiés district.

   • entryFree
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Guided Tour of Street Art in Malasaña

   16:30 – 18:00

   Discover urban art installations tucked away in the alleyways of Malasaña.

   • entryEUR 50
7. 18:30|19:45
   

   Outdoor

   Evening Flamenco at Casa Patas

   18:30 – 19:45

   Experience passionate live flamenco song and dance in an authentic setting.

8. 20:00|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at El Sur de Moratín

   20:00 – 21:00

   Cozy tavern dining serving inventive takes on traditional Spanish cuisine.

Explore historic green spaces, solve city clues, discover chocolate-making heritage, and row across Retiro lake.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at HanSo Café

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy specialty coffee and toasted bread options.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Early Morning Stroll in El Capricho Park

   09:30 – 11:00

   Wander through one of Madrid's most beautiful romantic parks with fountains and pavilions.

3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Outdoor

   The Secrets of Madrid - Escape Game in the City

   11:15 – 12:45

   Team up to solve outdoor puzzles while discovering hidden corners of the city.

4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mercado de San Ildefonso

   13:00 – 14:00

   Street-food style dining market offering tapas, hamburgers, and international options.

5. 14:30|15:45
   

   Outdoor

   Morning Walk in Parque del Oeste

   14:30 – 15:45

   Stroll near the Temple of Debod through expansive lawns overlooking Western Madrid.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Chocolate Workshop at Cacao Sampaka

   16:15 – 17:30

   Learn about artisan chocolate production techniques and taste fine cocoa creations.

   • entryFree
7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Rowboat Retreat at El Retiro Park

   18:00 – 19:15

   Rent a traditional rowboat to paddle across the central artificial lake in El Retiro.

8. 20:30|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Juana La Loca

   20:30 – 21:30

   Tapas bar famous for its caramelized onion Spanish omelet.

Visit iconic modern venues from sports arenas to cultural centers, followed by self-guided audio exploration and riverfront walks.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Toma Café

   08:30 – 09:15

   Popular espresso bar serving artisan coffee and toasts.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Estadio Wanda Metropolitano

   09:30 – 11:00

   Tour the modern stadium home of Atlético de Madrid.

   • entryEUR 30
3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Matadero Madrid

   11:15 – 12:45

   Explore a converted historic slaughterhouse now functioning as a vibrant contemporary arts center.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at La Sanabresa

   13:00 – 14:00

   Traditional home-style Spanish lunch menu at budget-friendly rates.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Madrid City Tour Self guided Audio Tour on Your Phone

   14:30 – 16:00

   Follow a smartphone audio route detailing stories behind central monuments.

   • entryINR 1170
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Museum of Romanticism

   16:30 – 18:00

   Step into 19th-century bourgeois life with period furniture, art, and quiet garden courtyards.

   • entryEUR 3
7. 18:30|19:45
   

   Outdoor

   Explore the Madrid Riverfront at Night

   18:30 – 19:45

   Walk along Madrid Río park admiring illuminated bridges and landscaped waterfronts.

8. 20:00|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Casa Macareno

   20:00 – 21:00

   Classic neighborhood tavern offering traditional Madrid dishes.

Conclude your week with active bike and segway rides around major sights, market browsing, and an Arab bath experience.

1. 08:30|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Religion Coffee

   08:30 – 09:15

   Enjoy artisan coffee and healthy breakfast options in Salamanca district.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Cycling Tour of Madrid

   09:30 – 11:00

   Cycle through key historical plazas and park corridors on two wheels.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Segway Tour Fast View

   11:15 – 12:30

   Glide past famous city landmarks quickly on an guided Segway excursion.

   • entryINR 3397
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at El Jardín de Salvador Bachiller

   13:00 – 14:00

   Dine in a lush garden-themed setting hidden above a boutique store.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Rastro Market

   14:30 – 16:00

   Browse antique stalls and vintage shops in the historic La Latina area.

   • entryEUR 15
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Relax at Hammam Al Ándalus Madrid

   16:30 – 18:00

   Unwind in warm Arab baths beneath historic vaulted ceilings.

   • entryEUR 30
7. 18:30|19:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Bike Tour of Madrid

   18:30 – 19:45

   Take a final ride across the city as evening lights illuminate major monuments.

   • entryFree
8. 20:30|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Mercado de la Reina

   20:30 – 21:30

   Finish your trip with tapas and gin tonics on Gran Vía.