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14 Days in Madrid

The perfect 14-day itinerary for Madrid, Spain

14 Days
~$1960 Budget
Spain

Trip Overview

This 14-day Madrid itinerary covers the must-see attractions and local experiences that make this destination special. The pace is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you time to truly experience Spain's culture.

5+
Attractions
$1960
Est. Budget
5
Best Months
EUR
Currency
Day 1

Arrival & First Impressions

Est. Cost

$11

Morning

Check in & Settle

Arrive in Madrid, check into your accommodation, and take a leisurely stroll around your neighborhood to get oriented.

Tip:Book accommodation close to public transport for easy exploration.
Afternoon

Explore Royal Palace

After a local lunch, head to Royal Palace. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 2

Iconic Landmarks

Est. Cost

$4

Morning

Visit Royal Palace

Start your day early at Royal Palace. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Plaza Mayor

After a local lunch, head to Plaza Mayor. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 3

Cultural Immersion

Est. Cost

$10

Morning

Visit Plaza Mayor

Start your day early at Plaza Mayor. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Retiro Park

After a local lunch, head to Retiro Park. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 4

Local Neighborhoods

Est. Cost

$0

Morning

Visit Retiro Park

Start your day early at Retiro Park. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Gran Via

After a local lunch, head to Gran Via. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 5

Day Trip Adventure

Est. Cost

$12

Morning

Visit Gran Via

Start your day early at Gran Via. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Prado Museum

After a local lunch, head to Prado Museum. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 6

Hidden Gems

Est. Cost

$11

Morning

Visit Prado Museum

Start your day early at Prado Museum. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Royal Palace

After a local lunch, head to Royal Palace. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 7

Food & Markets

Est. Cost

$13

Morning

Visit Royal Palace

Start your day early at Royal Palace. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Plaza Mayor

After a local lunch, head to Plaza Mayor. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 8

Art & Museums

Est. Cost

$14

Morning

Visit Plaza Mayor

Start your day early at Plaza Mayor. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Retiro Park

After a local lunch, head to Retiro Park. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 9

Nature & Parks

Est. Cost

$18

Morning

Visit Retiro Park

Start your day early at Retiro Park. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Gran Via

After a local lunch, head to Gran Via. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 10

Shopping & Leisure

Est. Cost

$1

Morning

Visit Gran Via

Start your day early at Gran Via. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Prado Museum

After a local lunch, head to Prado Museum. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 11

Off the Beaten Path

Est. Cost

$5

Morning

Visit Prado Museum

Start your day early at Prado Museum. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Royal Palace

After a local lunch, head to Royal Palace. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 12

Historic Sites

Est. Cost

$17

Morning

Visit Royal Palace

Start your day early at Royal Palace. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Plaza Mayor

After a local lunch, head to Plaza Mayor. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 13

Waterfront Exploration

Est. Cost

$2

Morning

Visit Plaza Mayor

Start your day early at Plaza Mayor. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Retiro Park

After a local lunch, head to Retiro Park. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. Madrid's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 14

Final Exploration & Departure

Est. Cost

$9

Morning

Visit Retiro Park

Start your day early at Retiro Park. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Gran Via

After a local lunch, head to Gran Via. Take your time to fully appreciate this Madrid highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Farewell Dinner

Enjoy a memorable final dinner in Madrid. Consider a restaurant you've been wanting to try throughout your trip.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.

Top Attractions Covered

1Prado Museum
2Royal Palace
3Plaza Mayor
4Retiro Park
5Gran Via

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