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My Madrid in 4 Days Top Attractions
Itinerary
Day 1, Wed Apr 1 2015
Hour Where Recommended Visit Time
1. 09:00
Real Basilica de San Francisco el
Grande
1 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
09:00
Real Basilica de San Francisco el
Grande
Rating: 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/614
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.

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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.

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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 exposicion@grupobme.es
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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