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My Madrid in 4 Days Top AttractionsItineraryDay 1, Wed Apr 1 2015

Hour Where Recommended Visit Time

1. 09:00Real Basilica de San Francisco el

Grande1 hour

2. 10:10 Almudena Cathedral 1 hour

3. 11:15 Palacio Real de Madrid 2 hours, 30 mins

4. 13:50 Monasterio de la Encarnacion 1 hour

5. 15:00 Plaza Mayor 45 mins


Transportation: Metro: La Latina or Puerta del

Toledo. Bus: 3, 60, C, 148, or M4

Opening Hours: Museum - Tue-Fri

10:30am-12:30pm and 4:00pm-6:00pm, Sat

10:30am-12:30pm and 4:00pm-6:00pm. July and

August Tues-Sun 10:30am-12:30pm and

5pm-7pm

Admission: 3€

Phone Number: 91-365-38-00

Address: Calle San Buenaventura, 1, 28005

Madrid, Spain

09:00Real Basilica de San Francisco el

GrandeRating: Religious Sites

Visit Time: 1 hour

The Basilica of St. Francis the Great was constructed in 1760 during

the reign of Carlos III. The cathedral is thought to be located on the

same spot where Saint Francis himself founded a Franciscan convent

in 1217. The Roman Catholic church is located in La Latina

neighborhood and looks onto Plaza de San Francisco. The

neoclassical cathedral was designed by Francisco Cabeza but later

developed by Antonio Plo and finally on completion it was under

Francesco Sabatini. The impressive structure has a 33 meter wide

and 58 meter high dome which is the 4th largest in the world and the

largest in Spain. Within the dome there are incredible frescoes and at

the base of the dome are wooden statues of the 12 apostles. The

interior has a round nave surrounded by chapels each more beautiful

than the last. Each chapel is decorated in a different style but the most

striking is the Chapel of San Bernardino de Siena where you can see

frescoes by Goya. One of the characters in the fresco is thought to be

a self-portrait of the artist. The church holds a number of valuable

works of art including a painting by Zurbaran. The cathedral has some

intricate wood carved furniture including the choir stalls and the seven

doors of the church which were carved by Casa Juan Guas. The

cathedral is the final resting place for many of the country's most

renowned artists and politicians. When visiting the church you can

take a guided tour (in Spanish) or visit during the public services.


Transportation: Metro: Opera. Bus: 3, 39, or 148

Web: http://www.catedraldelaalmudena.es/

Opening Hours: July-Aug - Mon-Sun

10:00am-9pm; rest of the year Mon-Sun

9am-8:30pm

Admission: Free admission but a donation is

asked of €1 per person


Address: 10 Calle Bailen, on corner of Mayor

Street, Madrid, Spain

0.8 KM, 12 minutes by walking

10:10 Almudena Cathedral Rating: Religious Sites

Visit Time: 1 hour

Madrid's cathedral stands adjacent to the Royal Palace on Bailen

Street; it is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madrid. In

1561 King Filipe II moved Spain's capital from Toledo to Madrid and

the new capital needed a grand place of worship. Construction began

in 1879 on the former site of Madrid's first mosque. The cathedral is

dedicated to and named after Santa Maria de la Almudena, Madrid's

patron saint. The Gothic revival structure was designed by Francisco

de Cubas but following a pause in construction for the duration of the

country's Civil War the design was taken over by Fernando Chueca

who added the Baroque exterior. Finally the cathedral was completed

in 1993. The beautiful church is 104 meters long and 76 meters wide.

There is a neo-Romanesque crypt where you can see a 16th century

image of the Almudena Virgin. Visitors can see the mosaics in the

church sacristy and the Chapter Hall. It is possible to go up to the

dome and get views across the city. The interior is light with bright

bursts of color. For Europe the cathedral is rather modern and

unadorned. Among the modern elements of the interior are statues of

contemporary artists and vibrant stained glass windows which have

been referred to as pop-art. On the exterior is a statue of Pope

John-Paul II who consecrated the cathedral. There is a cathedral

museum where you can learn about the history of the edifice and the

archdiocese of Madrid.


Transportation: Metro: Opera or Plaza de España.

Bus: 3, 39, or 148

Web:

https://www.patrimonionacional.es/real-sitio/palacios/6039

Opening Hours: Oct-March - 10:00am-6:00pm;

April-Sept - Daily 10:00am-8pm

Admission: general admission - 11€; reduced rate

6€ for citizens 5-16yrs, students up to 25; under 5s

free. Free admission for EU citizens Oct-March

Mon-Thurs 4:00pm-6:00pm and April-Sept

6:00pm-8pm.


Address: Calle Bailén, 4, 28013 Madrid, Spain


11:15 Palacio Real de Madrid Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 2 hours, 30 mins

Madrid's Royal Palace was constructed on the site of the old Alcazar

fortress which was a Moorish castle. This is the city's largest building

and Western Europe's largest royal palace. It is situated next to the

Plaza de Oriente Square. The castle was originally designed by

Filippo Juvarra for the court of Felipe V which consisted of 3,000

courtiers. The first royal to live here was Carlos III. The palace has

continued to be the royal residence since then and today although the

royals no longer live here it is still the official residence. The

construction project was begun in 1737 by Juan Bautista Sacchetti

and later Francisco Sabatini and Ventura Rodriguez took over and

saw the project to completion in 1764. The building has a square floor

plan with a central courtyard which is accessed through the Puerta del

Principe gate on the east side. The building has galleries overlooking

a parade ground. The palace complex includes the Sabatini and

Campo del Moro Gardens, the palace gardens. The palace interior

has many highlights and is decorated and furnished with valuable

period furniture and art work. The main staircase has 70 steps and

was designed by Sabatini. The Throne Hall has a stunning ceiling

mural by Tiepolo and the Hall of Halberdiers was once Carlos III's

private room. In the Royal Chemist's there are ceramic pots made by

La Granja Factory and in the Royal Chapel there is a collection of

antique string instruments made by Antonio Stradivari. In the Royal

Armoury you can see a large collection of weapons and armour dating

back to the 13th century. The Painting Gallery holds some valuable

paintings like Salome with the Head of John the Baptist by Caravaggio

and Luis Morales' Virgin with Child. There are also paintings by Goya,

El Greco, Velazquez, Sorolla, Mengs, Rubens, Giordano and Juan de

Flandes. Other rooms of note are the Royal Guards' Room, the Royal

Library, the Hall of Mirrors and the Columns Room. Visitors can take a

guided tour of the palace. The Changing of the Guard takes place

every Wednesday at 12 noon in the Puerta del Principe, but there is

no ceremony in July, August or September.


Admission: 6€ adults, 4€ children (5-16yrs) and

EU seniors over 65 and students up to 25. Large

families free.

Web:http://www.patrimonionacional.es/real-sitio/monasterios/6144

Opening Hours: Tues-Sat 10:00am-2:00pm and

4:00pm-6:30pm; Sun and public holidays

10:00am-3pm. All visits guided

Phone Number: 91454 87 00

Address: Plaza de la Encarnacion 1, Madrid

28013


13:50 Monasterio de la Encarnacion Rating: Religious Sites

Visit Time: 1 hour

The Royal Monastery of La Encarnacion is on the quaint Plaza de la

Encarnacion sandwiched between the Royal Palace and the Plaza

Espana. Margaret of Austria commissioned the building's construction

in 1611. In 1767 the building was redesigned by Ventura Rodriguez

after sustaining fire damage. The site includes a church, monastery

cloisters, and a relics room with several fascinating items like the

blood of Saint Pantaleon. Legend has it that each year on the

anniversary of the saint's feast day the blood liquefies. If it turns to

liquid at any other time of the year doom is foreseen for the coming

year. The Relic Room is the most interesting part of the monastery,

each of the 700 relics is kept in a gold or silver reliquary. The

monastery holds a number of interesting and valuable works of art.

The Baroque-style church is open to the public and has beautiful

frescoes on the ceiling. However the monastery can only be visited

with a guided tour (in Spanish). The tour takes you through rooms with

works by Juan Van der Hammen, Pedro de Mena, Vicente Carducho

and Gregorio Fernandez.


Transportation: Metro: Sol

Opening Hours: 24/7

Admission: Free

Address: Plaza Mayor, 2-22, 28012 Madrid, Spain


15:00 Plaza Mayor Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 45 mins

Madrid's main square is also the most beautiful square, the Plaza

Mayor is a rectangular-shaped square surrounded by historical

buildings. The plaza was built under Felipe II and designed by Juan de

Herrera in the 1560s. Felipe III put the finishing touches to the square

before its inauguration in 1620 and following several fires the square

was completed in 1853 by Juan de Villanova. Plaza Mayor holds a

strategic position in the city center which has afforded it the role of city

market place, bullring, execution site, coronation site and even the

venue for Inquisition trials. The many functions of the square in the

past and the historic events it has witnessed have contributed to the

names the square has had over the years. It has been called Plaza del

Arrabal, Plaza de la Republica and Plaza Real. It got its present name,

Plaza Mayor following the Spanish Civil War. There are nine

entrances into the plaza which measures 129 meters by 94 meters.

The plaza buildings are three stories high with a total of 237 balconies

looking on to the square. Most of the buildings are residential except

for the Casa de la Panaderia (Bakery House) which is now used for

cultural events. Beneath the arcades which surround the square you'll

find restaurants and cafes as well as wine bars and tapas bars. In the

center of the square is a bronze statue of King Felipe III from 1616

created by Giovanni de Bologna.


Day 2, Thu Apr 2 2015


1. 14:20 Parque del Retiro 1 hour, 30 mins

2. 16:00 Puerta de Alcala 30 mins

3. 16:35 Palacio de Comunicaciones 1 hour


Transportation: Metro: Retiro

Web:

http://www.esmadrid.com/informacion-turistica/parque-del-retiro/

Opening Hours: April-Sept 6am-12 midnight;

Oct-March 6am-10pm

Admission: Free admission

Address: Plaza de la Independence, 7, 28009

Madrid, Spain

14:20 Parque del Retiro Rating:Parks &

Gardens

Visit Time: 1 hour, 30 mins

Retiro Park is Madrid's main green lung, it is one of the city's largest

parks. The park's full name is Parque del Buen Retiro or Park of the

Pleasant Retreat. The park covers 1.4km² and is surrounded by many

of the city's main attractions like the Prado Museum. Under Felipe II

the area was used as an escape from urban life for the royals and

royal lodgings. Later the royal lodgings were turned into a palace for

special events, theatrical performances, bull fights and parties.

Successive kings made changes to the structure and today what

remains is the grand ballroom which is now part of the Prado Museum.

Under Carlos III the area was converted into an enclosed public park.

Napoleon's troops invaded and damaged the park area during the

French occupation. Later the park was restored and reinstated as a

public park. One of the central attractions in the park is the

semi-circular colonnade monument to King Alfonso XII. The

monument boasts an equestrian statue of the king which stands where

Felipe IV's pier once jutted out into the lake. There are several

structures in the park like the Casa de Vacas where you can see art

exhibitions; the Crystal Palace and the Velasquez Palace. The park

has several fountains, the most fascinating of which is dedicated to the

devil – The Fountain of the Fallen Angel, designed by Rocardo Bellver.

The complex three tiered Galapagos Fountain dates back to 1832 and

was designed by Jose de Mariategui. Ventura Rodriguez created the

Fountain of the Artichoke dedicated to Spring. The park has an area

designed in the French-style "parterre" , the sections of this garden

are divided by cedar trees which are the oldest in the city. Visitors can

stroll down the Paseo de la Argentina or Statue Walk which is lined

with statues of Spanish Kings, the statues date back to the 1700s. The

recreational opportunities in the park include boating on the lake,

taking a horse drawn carriage ride or getting your portrait painted by

one of the local artists. Several annual events are hosted in the park

like an annual book fair and free summer concerts.


Transportation: Metro: Retiro. Bus: 1, 9, 19, 20,

28, 51, 52, or 146

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: 24/7

Address: Plaza de la Independencia, 10, 28001

Madrid, Spain


16:00 Puerta de Alcala Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 30 mins

The Alcala Gate in Madrid stands in the center of Plaza de la

Independencia, spanning Calle de Alcala; although this was not its

original location. The gate was commissioned to replace the 16th

century gate which stood at the eastern entrance to the city. The new

gate was to be larger and more elaborate in keeping with the

importance of the gate which led to Aragon and through which the king

entered the city. Construction began in 1764 during the reign of King

Carlos III and it was completed in 1778. The grand, national

monument was designed by Italian architect Francisco Sabatini. The

gate has a neo-classical design and is made of granite. It has three

large archways with two smaller rectangular openings on either side.

Above each archway is a lion's head created by sculptor Roberto

Michel. Six statues designed by Francisco Guttierrez are evenly

spaced along the top of the gate. A plaque above the central arch

gives the date of the gate's inauguration and King Carlos III's name.

the gate's central location is close to many sites and only a few meters

from the entrance to Retiro Park. The gate is the subject and title of a

popular Spanish song from 1985 by Ana Belen and Victor Manuel. In

more resent pop history the gate featured in Katy Perry's music video

for her song Firework.


Transportation: Metro: Banco de España. Bus: 5,

14, 27, 37, 45, 53, or 146

Opening Hours: CentroCentro - Tues-Sun

10:00am-8pm; gazebo Tues-Sun 10:30am 1:30pm

and 4:00pm-7pm. Exhibitions - Tues-Sun

10:00am-8pm.

Web:http://www.madrid.es/portal/site/munimadrid/menuitem.

Admission: CentroCentro - Exhibitions free;

Observation Deck 2€ adults, 0.5€ children under

12yrs. Free first Wed of month. Free guided tours

Tues-Fri 12-6:00pm; Sat, Sun, holidays 11am,

12noon, 5pm, 6:00pm. Sign up for tours half hour

before tour at the information desk.

Phone Number: 91 480 00 08 / tours 914 800 009

Address: Plaza Cibeles, 1, 28014 Madrid, Spain


16:35 Palacio de Comunicaciones Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 1 hour

In 1904 this building was built to house the telephone and telegraph

company as well as the main post office. It was designed by Antonio

Palacios and Joaquin Otamendi and has a grand castle-like eclectic

Neo-Gothic, modern, renaissance and baroque style. The architects

used a steel frame technology allowing for the open spaces within the

building from ground floor all the way up to the ceiling of the top floor.

This brings in natural light throughout the building which reflects off the

white walls. The building style was influenced by the predominant

architectural styles in the USA at the time. The building is located on

Plaza de Cibeles and the curved façade has many cartouches,

pilasters and Gothic-style pinnacles of different heights on a number of

towers. In the building entrance are grand marble staircases. The

building interior features stained glass ceilings and statues of

mythological figures. There are tall white marble columns and both the

interior and exterior resemble a cathedral. In 2007 the building

became home to the City Hall. There is a museum within the building

which holds cultural relics and artifacts related to the building's history

and the artistry that was around during the construction. For €2 you

can visit the building's rooftop for brilliant views across the city.


Day 3, Fri Apr 3 2015


1. 12:00 Market el Rastro 2 hours

2. 14:05 Iglesia de San Isidro 1 hour


Web: http://www.elrastro.org/

Opening Hours: Sundays and holidays 9am-3pm

Admission: Free

Phone Number: 915 404010

Address: Betwqeen Calle Embajadores and

Ronda de Toledo, along Plaza de Cascorro and

La Ribera de Curtidores to Ronda de Toledo.

12:00 Market el Rastro Rating: Markets

Visit Time: 2 hours

Madrid's most exciting market is held in Plaza de Cascorro between

Calle Embajadores and the Ronda de Toledo and spills over into the

surrounding streets. The market is held on Sundays and public

holidays. The items on sale are an eclectic mix of traditional items,

clothing, flea market type items and everyday household goods that

the locals might need. The market has been around since the Middle

Ages and is one of the oldest markets in Europe. Despite its age it is

also one of the most modern markets on offer in Europe. There are

about 1,000 stalls which open for business at about 9am and continue

until about 3pm. While in Plaza de Cascorro look out for the statue of

Eloy Gonzalo, a soldier who died in 1897. Bargain hunters, antique

enthusiasts and those looking for quirky mementoes from Madrid will

have a field day. You can find almost everything on sale in the market.

Some of the streets have become associated with particular

merchandise. For example Calle de San Cayetano is where you can

find art work; Calle Fray Ceferino where they sell birds and domestic

animals; Calle Carnero where they sell rare and collectable books and

Calle Mira el Sol for movie memorabilia. No market is complete

without some good street food, try the food and drinks served in the

many bars and restaurants in the market streets. When shopping in El

Rastro don't forget to bargain!


Transportation: Metro: La Latina or Tirso de

Molina. Bus: 17, 18, 23, 35, or 60

Opening Hours: Sep-July Mon-Sat

7:30am-1:00pm and 6:30-8:30pm; Aug Mon-Sat

7:30am-8:30pm and Sun 7:15am-8:30pm



Address: Calle de Toledo, 24, 28005 Madrid,

Spain


14:05 Iglesia de San Isidro Rating: Religious Sites

Visit Time: 1 hour

The Church of Saint Isidro in Madrid was designed by Pedro Sanchez

and continued under the direction of Francisco Bautista and Melchor

de Bueras until its completion in 1664. The Baroque-style church

became a collegiate church in 1767 when the Jesuits were expelled.

In 1769 the remains of Saint Isidro and his wife Saint Mary of the

Head were brought here from the Church of St. Andrew and the

church was renamed in honor of Saint Isidro, the patron Saint of

Madrid. Part of the interior design was the work of Ventura Rodriguez

who added a new chancel and altar which was destroyed together

with parts of the church in 1936 during the Civil War. Restoration

began after the war and continued until the 60s when a new façade

was added by architect Javier Barroso. The Façade is of granite and

has Corinthian columns on either side of the entrance. The church has

a richly decorated interior with side chapels heavily decorated with

gold, paintings and statues. The dome lets in natural light and the

spectacular altar was created to look like the original. The remains of

the saints are within a sarcophagus in at the center of the altar. In the

90s the Almudena Cathedral replaced the Iglesia de San Isidro as

Madrid's official cathedral. If you're in Madrid during the Easter Holy

Week you can see the images of Saint Isidro and Saint Mary of the

Head carried in a procession through the streets.


Day 4, Sat Apr 4 2015


1. 13:15 Edificio Metropolis 1 hour

2. 14:20 Banco de Espana 1 hour

3. 15:25 Museo Naval de Madrid 2 hours

4. 17:35 La Casa de las Siete Chimeneas 1 hour


Web:

http://www.metropolis-sa.es/edificio_metropolis

Transportation: Metro: Sevilla. Bus: 1, 5, 9, 15, 20,

51, 52, 74, 146, or 150

Address: Corner of Calle de Alcala and Gran Via

(Calle de Alcala 39)

13:15 Edificio Metropolis Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 1 hour

On the corner of Calle de Alcala and Gran Via stands perhaps the

most photographed building in Madrid. This beautiful building was

constructed from 1907-1911 to house the insurance company Union y

el Fenix Espanol. It was designed by French architects Jules and

Raymond Fevrier it stands 45 meters tall and has 5 floors. The Edificio

Metropolis' crowning glory is the statue of the winged Goddess Victory

which tops the dome facing the building's corner. When Union y el

Fenix Espanol moved its headquarters to Paseo de la Castellana they

took the original Goddess statue with them. However it was replaced

in 1972 when Metropolis Seguros (another insurance company) took

over the building and undertook restoration of the property. At night

the building's French-style Beaux-Art façade is lit up to accent the

many adornments, pillars and statues. The rounded corner of the

building has Corinthian columns equally spaced around the curved

corner and on the columns are statues of allegorical characters

representing mining, agriculture, industry and commerce. Gilded

ornaments grace the black dome above the columns. 24 carat gold

leaf was used on the façade. This is all topped off by the winged

Goddess statue.


Opening Hours: To view exterior 24/7; interior

Banking Hours - Mon-Fri 8:30am - 2:00pm, Sat

9am-1pm except public holidays

Admission: Free

Phone Number: 913 38 50 00

Address: 48 Calle de Alcala, 28014 Madrid, Spain


14:20 Banco de Espana Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 1 hour

The headquarters building of the National Bank of Span is one of

Madrid's attractions thanks to the size and architectural elements of

the structure. The building's architecture represents the typical style of

Spanish architecture during the 19th and 20th century. The building

takes up a full city block on Plaza Cibeles. The building was designed

by the bank owners and constructed from 1884 to 1891. In 1927 the

building was extended and the designer Jose Yarnoz Larrosa

continued the same style of architecture on the building's exterior. At

this time the wrought iron exterior gates were added, they were

designed by Bernard Asins. From 1969 to 1975 further changes and

extensions were made in different styles and in 2003 the final

extension was added designed by Rafael Moneo. A beautiful Carrara

marble stairway from the Paseo del Prado up to the building entrance

was the work of Adolfo Areizaga. The new complete building was

inaugurated in 2006 on the building's 115th anniversary. Today the

completed structure has a total floor area of 4,736m² on four floors

below ground level, a ground level floor and three upper floors.

Visitors can enter the building's library and research center where

there are more than 350,000 books related to economics. To those

lucky enough to see the building interiors, which are by appointment

only, there are valuable works of art by Goya, Mengs, Sorolla and

others on the walls. Thanks to the building's central location it doesn't

require a special trip to visit as you will most likely see it as you move

around in the city center.



14, 27, 40, 51, 52, or M6

Web: http://www.museonavalmadrid.com

Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-7pm. In

August. Tues-Sun 10:00am-3pm

Admission: Free admission, donation of 3€

requested


Address: Paseo del Prado, 5, 28005 Madrid,

Spain


15:25 Museo Naval de Madrid Rating: Museums

Visit Time: 2 hours

Spain's national naval museum in Madrid covers the history of the

Spanish Navy from the 15th century to present day in 24 rooms.

Visitors can see a range of marine equipment, ship's weapons, maps,

flags, model ships, seascape paintings and navigational instruments.

Although the museum was inaugurated in 1843 the idea for such a

museum dates back to 1792. In 1932 it took up its present location at

the Spanish Navy Headquarters. Among the fascinating exhibits is a

piece of moon rock brought back by Apollo 17 and early maps of the

Americas. The displays are in chronological order from around the

15th century to present day. Among the interesting displays is a vessel

with three levels launched in 1688 and another three-decker model is

the Real Carlos (1766). There is a section devoted to Trafalgar where

you can see a portrait of the admiral who led the Spanish fleet in the

famous Battle of Trafalgar of 1805. The Age of Discovery is also

covered, the period when Spain sent out ships into new

yet-unchartered waters. It was on one of these trips that Columbus

came across the Americas. You can see the famous Mappa Mundi

(Map of the World) drawn by Juan de la Cosa in 1500. Juan de la

Cosa made 7 voyages to the Americas, two of which were with

Columbus. It is the first known map of the American continent. Note

that visitors to the museum need to shop picture I.D. (driver's license,

passport I.D. card etc) to get in because it is a naval facility.


Address: Plaza del Rey 1, Chueca, Madrid


9, 74, 146, or 150


17:35 La Casa de las Siete Chimeneas Rating: Historic Sites

Visit Time: 1 hour

Madrid's House of the Seven Chimneys is on Plaza del Ray it was

built in the 16th century as a city home and over the years the

Renaissance-style house has been renovated and changed several

times. The house was designed by Antonio Silero and completed in

1577. The building is best known for its seven chimneys which were

added when Andrea de Lurano was commissioned to extend the

house. The house is thought to be haunted and a number of quirky

stories from its past are associated with the residence. It is said that

the original owner was King Felipe II's lover and when she threatened

to marry someone else the king did not protest. So following her

wedding to the other man she went into the cellar and stabbed herself

in the heart. Her ghost is said to walk on the rooftop at night. This

legend was reinforced when renovations were made on the property in

1880 and construction workers uncovered the remains of a woman in

the cellar with a dagger in her heart! Later in the 1960s a man's

skeleton was found in the walls. Another tale says the house was built

to accommodate the king's insane illegitimate daughter. It is also

thought that the seven chimneys represent the seven deadly sins

which King Felipe II indulged in. The house has hosted visitors like

Charles I of England and Carlos III's treasurer. At one point the

Lyceum Club Femenino, a feminist organization occupied the house.

The house was occupied by a bank at one time and an Urquijo band

lived here is the 80s. In the 18th century there was a riot at the house

when the resident of the house, Marquis of Esquilache, tried to outlaw

wearing capes and chambergos (broad brimmed hats). Today the

building houses the Spanish Ministry of Education.


Day 5, Sun Apr 5 2015


1. 09:00 Museo Cerralbo 1 hour, 45 mins

2. 10:50 Templo de Debod 1 hour

3. 11:55 Teleferico 1 hour

4. 13:50 Casa de Campo 2 hours, 15 mins


Transportation: Metro: Ventura Rodríguez or

Plaza España. Bus: 25, 39, 46, 74, or 138

Web: http://museocerralbo.mcu.es

Opening Hours: Tue-Sat 9:30am-3:00pm, Sun and

festivals 10:00am-3:00pm; Thurs 5pm-8pm;

May-June - Thursdays (non-holidays) 5pm, Fri

10:00am and 12 noon free guided tours.

Admission: 3€ adults, 1.50€ students, Free

Saturdays from 2:00pm, Sundays, 18 and under

and seniors (65+).

Phone Number: 91-547-36-46/47

Address: Calle de Ventura Rodríguez, 17, 28008

Madrid, Spain

09:00 Museo Cerralbo Rating: Museums


The collection of Enrique de Aguilera y Gamboa the Marquis of

Cerralbo (1845-1922) is housed within his former residence, a building

which has been declared Bien de Interes Cultural – a building of

cultural interest. The museum opened in 1944 in the 19th century

aristocratic home and offers a glimpse into the way of life of Madrid's

upper class in the 19th cnetury. Visitors can see not only art but also

the artifacts and furnishings of well-to-do families of the 19th century in

the original surroundings. The owner of the house and art collection

was a patron of the arts and humanities, he amassed a collection of

valuable paintings, sculptures, weapons, oriental art, clocks, religious

artifacts, Moroccan kilims, musical instruments, watches, jewels,

ceramics, carpets, furniture, medals, lamps, coins and prints. Among

the mansions grand rooms there is a gala dining room, ball room and

music room with Murano glass and Bohemian crystal. Among the

porcelain collection there is Sevres, Wedgewood and Meissen. The

valuable works of art include pieces by Ribera, Tintoretto, El Greco,

Titian, Zurbaran and Van Dyck. In the classic garden there is a pond,

romantic planting and Roman sculptures.


Other Info: No smoking or use of flash cameras

allowed

Transportation: Metro: Plaza de España or

Ventura Rodríguez. Bus: 25, 39, 46, 74, or 138

Web:

http://templodedebod.memoriademadrid.es/eng/index.html

Opening Hours: Tues-Fri. 1April-30 Sept

10:00am-2:00pm and 6:00pm-8pm; 1 Oct-31

March 9:45am-1:45pm and 4:15pm-6:15pm.

Sat&Sun 10:00am-2:00pm; Monday closed.



Address: Calle de Ferraz, s/n, 20008 Madrid,

Spain


10:50 Templo de Debod Rating: Religious Sites

Visit Time: 1 hour

The Debod Temple is an authentic Egyptian temple dedicated to the

gods Amon and Isis. It dates back to the 4th century BC and until 1960

stood in Egypt. When the Aswan Dam was under construction the

temple and other monuments needed to be relocated. At the request

of UNESCO new homes were found for the many ancient monuments

in other countries around the world. The Egyptian government gifted

this temple to Spain in 1968. The temple was painstakingly dismantled

stone by stone and transported by sea to Valencia. From there it made

the rest of the journey to Madrid by rail. After careful reconstruction the

temple was inaugurated in 1972. The temple is located near Plaza de

Espana and surrounded by a reflective pool and the green parkland of

Cuartel de la Montana Park. Exhibits at the site use photographs,

models and audiovisual projections to tell the story of the temple. The

temple was placed as it originally stood in Egypt, aligned on an east to

west axis with two stone gateways leading to the temple. One of the

interesting features of the temple is the intricate relief hieroglyphic

carvings on the stone. You can visit the site independently or take a

guided tour on a Saturday 11:30-12:30.


Transportation: Metro: Plaza de España or

Argüelles. Bus: 21

Web: http://www.teleferico.com

Opening Hours: Depending on the month

11am-4:00pm/6:00pm/7pm/7:30pm/8pm/9pm

Admission: One Way - 4€, Round Trip - 5.8€;

children under 3yrs free; Teleferico+Zoo Aquarium

Madrid 24.35€ adults, 20.65€ children;

teleferico+Parque de Atracciones de Madrid 33€

adults, 26.5€ children; teleferico+Tour Las Ventas

15.1€ adults, 11.7€ children


Address: Cable car leaves from Paseo del Pintor

Rosales (Metro Arguelles) and Casa de Campo

Station Madrid


11:55 Teleferico Rating: Activities

Visit Time: 1 hour

The teleferico Madrid is a cable car which takes you up above the city

from the Paseo del Pintor Rosales Street terminal, near Templo de

Debod and the Arguelles metro station and travels all the way to the

Parque Casa de Campo. The journey takes you across the River

Manzanares and the park where you can see the city skyline and

many famous sites like the Royal Palace and La Almudena Cathedral.

The cable car was Swiss built and began operating in 1969; they use

the most advanced technology for this kind of eco-friendly

transportation. The 80 cable car cabins rise to a maximum of 40

meters off the ground and the journey covers 2.5km in 11 minutes. At

the final stop you will find a restaurant, bars and brilliant views across

the city from the restaurant terrace. There are telescopes for you to

see the view better and it is a great way to reach the park which is

Madrid's "green lung." Tickets can be bought at the ticket office or

online at a discount rate. A one way ride costs €4 and a round trip

ticket costs €5.8. If you book 7 days in advance you get a slight

discount at €5.2. You can buy a combo ticket which includes entrance

to several attractions or a meal. Depending on the time of year the

cable car operates from 11:00/12:00 to 16:00/18:00/19:00/19:30/20:00

or 21:00. The cabins leave continuously throughout the open hours.


Transportation: Metro: Lago, Casa de Campo or

Batán

Web: http://www.lacasadecampo.net/index.html

Opening Hours: Daily 8:00am-9:00pm


Phone Number: 91 479 60 02 Guided Tours - 91

526 77 03

Address: Parque Casa de Campo, Avenida de

Portugal, s/n, 28011 Madrid

4.6 KM, 57 minutes by transit

13:50 Casa de Campo Rating:Parks &

Gardens


Madrid's largest park covers 4200 acres (1,722 hectares) in the

Moncloa-Aravaca district west of central Madrid. The park is actually

an extension of Monte del Pardo and is one of the largest parks in

Europe and the largest in Spain. King Filipe II purchased the area

together with the Vargas family's Country House (Casa de Campo)

when he moved the Court to Madrid in 1553. The area became a

hunting ground under Fernando VI because of its proximity to the

Royal Palace. Under Carlos III in the 18th century livestock and

farming was introduced to the parklands. Under the 2nd republic the

land no longer belonged to the Crown and became public parkland. In

the 1930s the front lines of the Spanish Civil War siege of Madrid ran

through this area but following the war the park was reopened to the

public in 1946. Visitors can still see several historic sites in the park

including the Palacio de los Vargas, La Tapia, the Reservado and the

Puente de la Culebra a bridge dating back to 1782. There are even

former trenches and bunkers left over from the Civil War. Visitors to

the park can arrive by teleferico (cable car) which runs between Paseo

del Pintor Rosales and the park. The park has open lawns, beautiful

flower beds and many trees as well as several attractions. A central

feature of the park is the large lake where you can enjoy water

activities. Several small animals live in the park's three ecosystems,

the oak, pine and river groves. The amusement park, Parque de

Atracciones, is located in the park. There are recreational sports

facilities in the park for athletics, tennis, football and even swimming.

The park is home to the Madrid Zoo where there is also a substantial

aquarium. The ark is home to the large Madrid Arena which hosts

major sporting events. The park's Venta de Batan is an enclosure

where bulls are kept in the days running up to a bullfight at Las Ventas

Bullring. There are restaurants in the park including those representing

cuisine from different regions in Spain along the Gastronomic Walk,

housed in the former pavilions of the Feria de Campo Trade Fair.


Day 6, Mon Apr 6 2015


1. 09:00 Parque Tierno Galvan 1 hour, 30 mins

2. 10:35 El Planetario de Madrid 1 hour, 45 mins

3. 12:25 IMAX Madrid 2 hours, 30 mins


Transportation: Metro: Méndez Álvaro. Bus: 102

or 148

Opening Hours: 24/7

Admission: Free


Address: Calle Meneses, 4, 28045 Madrid, Spain

and Avenida Planetario, s/n, Madrid

09:00 Parque Tierno Galvan Rating:Parks &

Gardens


This 45 hectare park is located in the Arganzuela District in the

southeastern part of the city and is one of Madrid's newest and largest

parks. One of the main roads of Madrid runs through the park.

Construction and planting of the park began in 1986 and is named

after the mayor at the time. Visitors can see a statue of Enrique Tierno

Galvan in the park. Tierno Galvan Park has great views across the

city. The attractions in the park include Madrid's planetarium, an IMAX

Cinema, the Railway Museum, the Angel Nieto Motorcycle Museum

and an outdoor performance area which can seat 5,000. The park has

large open grassy areas, many trees and flower beds. There are a

number of small animals and many birds which live in the park. The

park has a large man-made lake where you can sail model boats. The

park is a great place to jog, cycle, practice golf and enjoy the

playgrounds.



or 148

Web:

http://www.planetmad.es/planetario/general.html

Opening Hours: Seasonal Tue-Fri (excluding

festivals) 9:30am-1:45pm and 5-7:45pm; Sat-Sun

and festivals (excluding Mon) 11am-1:45pm and

5pm-8:45pm

Admission: 3.60€ adults, 1.65€ children 2-14 and

seniors 65 and over. Free entry to exhibitions

Phone Number: +34 91 467 34 61

Address: Avenida Planetario, 16, 28045 Madrid,

Spain


10:35 El Planetario de Madrid Rating: Museums


This is one of two planetariums in Madrid and the closest to the city

center. The site is located in Madrid Tierno Galvan Park at an altitude

of 600 meters above sea level, placing it perfectly for star gazing. It is

housed in an attractive building created in 1986. Visitors can see

screenings about the planets and night sky, look through large

telescopes and see an exhibition which covers the history of the planet

in chronological order. You can see scale models of the planets, Earth

and the universe. The exhibits in the Astronomer's Room include

featured displays of Halley Comet, the Southern Hemisphere and the

Exploration of Neptune. The Exhibit Hall is housed in a different part of

the building and here you'll find theme displays and interactive

activities. In the 28 meter high Observation Tower you can look

through a refractory telescope. There is a video room where live feeds

are show of the planets. The main attraction is the large cupola where

an auditorium allows visitors to look up at the inner cupola to

projections which recreate the cosmos. 100 slide projectors are used

to create the images on the inner dome surrounding the audience with

panoramic views of the stars and planets. 50 more special effect

projectors recreate the solar system, black holes, exploding stars and

outer galaxies.



or 148

Web: http://www.imaxmadrid.com

Opening Hours: Ticket Office 11am-10pm.

Tues-Thurs 5pm-8:30pm; Fri 5pm-10:15pm; Sat

and holidays 11am-10:30pm; Sun 11am-9:40pm

Admission: Wed €10.5; Mon-Tues & Thurs

€7.9-€11.5; under 3s free.


Address: Calle MENESES, S/N, 28045 Madrid,

Spain


12:25 IMAX Madrid Rating: Activities


The Madrid IMAX is on Calle Meneses in Tierno Galvan Park in

southwest Madrid. It boasts a screen of 600m² (the size of three tennis

courts); this is the largest screen in the country. These huge

proportions immerse the audience into the 3D films screened at the

IMAX Madrid. The cinema uses a combination of systems, the IMAX,

IMAX3D and the OMNIMAX. In the Omnimax Dome there is a 900m²

screen which is 30 meters wide. The OMNIMAX screen is concave

and images are projected onto the screen in front of an auditorium

which can hold 400 spectators. It is a bit like an amphitheatre. The

seating area is at a slight angle so that you have a perfect view no

matter where you sit. The films are high-definition and have surround

sound. Visitors can see a range of documentaries about nature,

history, travel, science, geography and the animal kingdom. The films

are an hour long and the narration is in Spanish. It is possible to order

tickets by phone, online or to buy them at the door. At the IMAX there

is a café bar and just 10 minutes walk away is the Planetarium.


Day 7, Tue Apr 7 2015


1. 09:00 El Real Jardin Botanico 1 hour, 30 mins

2. 10:40 Bolsa de Madrid 30 mins

3. 11:35 Santiago Bernabeu Stadium 1 hour, 15 mins


Transportation: Metro: Atocha. Bus: 10, 14, 19,

32, or 45

Web:

http://www.rjb.csic.es/jardinbotanico/jardin/?len=en

Opening Hours: Jan-Feb & Nov-Dec

10:00am-6:00pm; March & Oct 10:00am-7pm;

April & Sept 10:00am-8pm; May-Aug

10:00am-9pm

Admission: Adults 3€, students 1.50€, free for

children under 10 and seniors 65 and over


Address: Real Jardin Botanico, Plaza de Murillo 2,

Madrid 28014

09:00 El Real Jardin Botanico Rating:Parks &

Gardens


Spain's Royal Botanical Garden is located at Plaza de Murillo next to

Paseo del Prado. The inspiration for the garden's creation came from

Fernando VI in 1755, later King Carlos III had the garden relocated

and by 1781 it was ready to open. Both architect Francesco Sabatini

and Juan de Villanueva had a hand in designing the 20 acre garden

which is divided into seven main areas. It brings together plants from

across the globe with an emphasis on South American and Philippines

plants. Among the areas in the garden are a medical plant and

aromatic plant section, a Japanese garden, an herb garden (the

herbarium is the largest in Spain with approximately a million

specimens), a wild rose garden, an olive grove, a palm grove,

ornamental plants and a romantic English-style garden. The garden

has greenhouses which provide plants with their natural climatical

surroundings. In all there are approximately 90,000 plants and 1,500

trees. One of the features of the garden is the Villaneuva Pavilion

which was constructed in 1781 and intended as a greenhouse. The

Botanical Garden is closed throughout the month of August.


Other Info: Write at least 1 week in advance to the

Protocol Service, Banco de España, Alcalá 50,

Madrid 28014 or email [email protected]


9, 74, 146, or 150

Web: http://www.bde.es

Opening Hours: Guided tours by arrangement

Thur 12 noon

Admission: free

Phone Number: Vist information - 34 91 589 11

62/ 34 91 589 10 20

Address: Palacio de la Bolsa, Plaza de la Lealtad

1, Madrid 28014


10:40 Bolsa de Madrid Rating: Landmarks

Visit Time: 30 mins

Spain has four stock exchanges and the Madrid Stock Exchange is

the largest but it is the magnificent building which houses the stock

exchange that is a Madrid attraction. The stock exchange is housed

within the Palacio de la Bolsa de Madrid, a 19th century building. The

building is a listed Bien de Interes Cultural or building of cultural

interest. The building was designed by Enrique Repulles and

construction began in 1878 on Plaza de la Lealtad. The building was

completed in 1893. The structure has opulent décor throughout the

interior and is neoclassical in style. Like other grand buildings of the

time the architecture and décor illustrates the thoughts, aspirations,

ideals and philosophy of the building owners. The motifs and

symbolism used in the decoration and the architecture are related to

the stock market and business. The building has magnificent Luis

Taverner frescoes and sculptures by Francisco Molinelli which have

survived since the building's construction. Visitors to the building enter

through a portico supported by 6 tall Corinthian columns. The

breathtaking Trading Floor resembles the interior of a cathedral. There

is a main "nave" down the middle and on either side are aisles

separated from the central area by columns. There are arched

windows along the sides, gallery fanlights and a huge glass ceiling.

The Hall of Silent Footsteps on the 1st floor is a meeting hall with

ornate décor predominantly gold in color and full of symbols of

commerce and industry. In contrast to the other light-filled and gold

colored rooms the Negotiating Room is darker with deep red walls and

dark wood furniture. On the ceiling are frescoes of the continents of

the world. It is possible to take a guided tour of the stock exchange

which is conducted every morning during the week and lasts for an

hour. If you prefer to visit independently then you can book a visit for

12 noon on a Thursday.


Note: Tickets for tours from ticket office 10 beside

Gate 7 (Paseo de la Castellana, entrance to

Tower B)

Transportation: Metro Santiago Bernabeu

Web:

http://www.realmadrid.com/en/santiago-bernabeu-stadium

Opening Hours: Tours on non-match days

Mon-Sat 10:00am-7pm, Sun and holidays

10:30am-6:30pm. Match days tours until 5 hours

before match after that until 3 hours before kick-off

tour limited to Best Club, Trophy Exhibit,

Panoramic View of Stadium.

Admission: Tour of stadium adults (14+) 19€,

children (5-14yrs) 13€. Matches 20€-425€

Phone Number: 913 98 43 00/Tour tickets 91 398

43 70

Address: Av de Concha Espina, 1, 28036 Madrid,

Spain

4.2 KM, 25 minutes by transit

11:35 Santiago Bernabeu Stadium Rating: Sports Venue


Football fans will not want to miss a trip to the home ground of Real

Madrid, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The stadium has been around

since 1947 although many changes have been made over the years to

the structure. Today it can seat 81,044 spectators and is the 2nd

largest football stadium in the country. The stadium is named after a

former chairman of Real Madrid. There are plans to increase the

seating capacity and to add a retractable roof to the open-air stadium.

The stadium has hosted many famous matches including the final

match of the European Cup, the UEFA Champions Final, the 1964

European Nations' Cup and the 1982 FIFA World Cup. It is a UEFA

classified Elite Stadium and has won top awards for its facilities. It is

possible to tour the stadium following a route through the tunnels, the

press room, locker rooms, benches, pitch, VIP box and ending in the

club shop. After taking a self-guided stadium tour you can visit the

stadium museum. Here the achievements of Real Madrid and the

history of the stadium are highlighted. There is an extensive trophy

room. There is no need to book a tour as you can get tickets at the

door but you should check their website to see that there are no

matches that day.

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