2 Days in Madrid Itinerary - Travel Guide

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[{"address":"Room Mate Alba Hotel","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.413817663521804,"longitude":-3.700350700000019},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# # Madrid self-sufficient travel experience for you\nThe best time to travel to Madrid is between April, May and September and October. Winter in Madrid is quite cold, with snow covered many roads in the city. To explore this city, you can go within 3-4 days, visit the museum, the Bernabeu stadium and do a day-trip to the surrounding areas.\n\nMadrid travel experience is self-sufficient, this is a city with a liberal lifestyle, people here like to eat out at night and drink until morning. The cost is also cheap in Europe. One note, that you need to be careful with the scams of the locals, you should learn carefully to avoid entering high-priced restaurants with poor quality."},{"type":"text","content":"# Transportation from the airport to the center of Madrid\n* Going from the airport to the center of Madrid, you can go by taxi, metro or shuttle bus. You can refer to the way to move below:\n\n* Take the Metro (subway): You find your way down to the \"Aeropuerto\" station in Terminal 2, the fare to the city center is about 4.5€ through about 5 train stations, if more, the price will only increase by 0.10€ for each increased train station. more.\n* Take the shuttle bus: The bus runs 24/24, the frequency of the day is 15-20 minutes / trip, the night is 35 minutes / trip, the time to the city ranges from 35-40 minutes.\n* Take a taxi: The price of a taxi from the airport to the city center fluctuates around €30 depending on the level of traffic, you should avoid peak hours.\n* Take the train from another city to Madrid\nMadrid has two large long-distance train stations, Charmartin and Atocha. If you take the night train from Lisbon to Madrid, you will arrive at Charmatin station. If you take Renfe's AVE train or Alvia Express train you will have to go to this Atocha station"},{"type":"text","content":"The public transport system in Madrid is quite convenient, safe and clean. With 13 lines marked with different colors. Pass types are sold by day with the following prices:\n\n* 1-day pass: €8.40\n* 2-day pass: €14.20\n* 3-day pass: €18.40\n* 5-day pass: €26.80\n* 7-day pass: €35.40\n+ Metro: Each line has its own color and is very easy to use. Operating time is from 6:30 am to 13:30 pm, on weekends it will be 15 minutes apart.\n\n+ Bus: Runs during the day from 6:00 am to 23:30 am, every 5-15 minutes, there is a trip."},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_7025790985636498694_katya.mp4?alt=media&token=5bdeda98-17d3-4a0f-939d-a2aa34c35be9"},{"type":"text","content":"# Where to stay - Room Mate Alba Hotel"},{"type":"text","content":"Room Mate Alba is one of the best hotels in Madrid. Located on Calle de Las Huertas, the hotel is on one of the most interesting streets in the city, just a short walk from numerous cocktail lounges, attractive restaurants and craft shops. It's also just steps away from major art galleries and iconic squares.\n\nAfter spending the day exploring the city, you'll love relaxing in your cozy room. Each room was created by antique interior designer Lorenzo Castillo, who used striking color palettes to bring life to the streets of the indoor city of Madrid. All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, beautifully patterned carpets and wallpaper, and exquisitely tiled en suite bathrooms with soaking tubs."},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":667},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2Fbest-madrid-hotels-room-mate-alba_.jpg?alt=media&token=277fd0de-744c-42ff-86ef-030bcbc760a1"},{"type":"text","content":"After spending the day exploring the city, you'll love relaxing in your cozy room. Each room was created by antique interior designer Lorenzo Castillo, who used striking color palettes to bring life to the streets of the indoor city of Madrid. All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, beautifully patterned carpets and wallpaper, and exquisitely tiled en suite bathrooms with soaking tubs."},{"type":"link","content":"https://room-matehotels.com/en/alba/"}]},{"address":"Royal Palace of Madrid","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.4174993135236,"longitude":-3.7137482999999882},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# First day, stop 1 - Royal Palace of Madrid"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":704},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2Fd5c1c4df1b1c31f519bb29eabd0ca661.jpg?alt=media&token=7eb53a84-c0a9-42bd-b925-7dc036d0a443"},{"type":"text","content":"The Royal Palace of Madrid or Palacio Real de Madrid is probably one of those places that is on most people's itinerary. It is an imposing building and one of the largest of its kind in Europe. And if you think the outside is impressive, just wait until you see the inside. The palace boasts royal crown jewels, paintings by Caravaggio, Francisco de Goya, and Diego Velázquez and the only complete Stradivarius string quintet left in the world. Another must-visit part of the palace is the Chapel Royal or La Capilla Real de Madrid with its frescoes by Giaquinto."},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":705},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2F6dde47c761065a624b803918cc1a407d.jpg?alt=media&token=85f0b73e-9d20-4852-936a-f937e4b521aa"},{"type":"text","content":"The palace offers various guided tours and ticket options such as the Royal Kitchen, The Royal Armory, and The Change Guard. It is open from October to March. Monday to Saturday: 10:00am to 6:00pm. And on Sunday: 10:00am - 4:00pm. From April to September, the hours of the palaces are from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. While on Sunday, they maintain the same schedule. For more holiday updates and free hits, visit their official website or visit their guided tour options to skip the lines!"},{"type":"link","content":"https://tickets.patrimonionacional.es/en-GB/venta-de-entradas"},{"type":"text","content":""},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_7065938818364525870_katking.mp4?alt=media&token=94460e43-1111-41e6-9004-b27025dde52f"}]},{"address":"San Miguel Market","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.415377313522534,"longitude":-3.7089457999999897},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# 2nd stop - San Miguel Market"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":846},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2F4b4a7e5f1cb5e282173a642caec9c0ee.jpg?alt=media&token=171a714f-285c-4e10-b087-ebe42dabc8a0"},{"type":"text","content":"This is one of my favorite places in Madrid. A very busy and cheerful establishment Mercado San Miguel is one of the oldest markets in the city, and it served as inspiration to create another similar one in cities like New York. There you can not only buy food and cook at home (in case you booked a cute Airbnb for 4 days in Madrid) but also order some tapas and wine to enjoy while sitting down and relaxing. relax or while playing and shopping."},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_7008150814418144517_jonathan-choi.mp4?alt=media&token=36f91e59-ba3e-461e-ad60-213885540ed8"}]},{"address":"Chueca","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.423092999999994,"longitude":-3.6995644999999966},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Chueca"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":658},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2F6e8046a91d7abb8cf22fdb9480e47d74.jpg?alt=media&token=94915091-f76d-402a-820c-a0615cae97c8"},{"type":"text","content":"A 3-minute walk from Urbano Specialty Cafe, you'll find your next 4-day stop on your Madrid Journey: the Chueca neighborhood. This neighborhood is famous for its gay community and gay pride parties and celebrations. Chueca is a very unique neighborhood in Madrid, and it is the perfect example of how well old and new Madrid can coexist and blend together perfectly.\nIf you choose to eat here, I recommend Kuoco 360. It's a fusion restaurant serving a variety of delicious Mediterranean dishes."},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":423},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2Fa952196e087df069c06b9228af77049b.jpg?alt=media&token=e4fa6c13-146b-41f8-b548-ff724fcded52"},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_7012721120558255362_courtneytheexplorer.mp4?alt=media&token=dfcd7139-2516-43e2-9b85-1f8f5739c805"}]},{"address":"Teatro de la Zarzuela","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.41722661352343,"longitude":-3.6968234000000155},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Day 1 evening - enjoy a live show"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":361},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2Fffe00385b0509892b6f550db2627008c.jpg?alt=media&token=7ee059a3-7bbd-4efc-af7a-cb230bdbd3c8"},{"type":"text","content":"If there's anything that makes me choose Madrid as one of my favorite cities in the world time and time again, it's the abundance of nightlife there. There are tons of shows and live entertainment to choose from in Madrid, and there's no better way to spend your first night in the city. Specific recommendations will change with the seasons as most shows only run for a few weeks or months, but below, I share some ideas that can help you decide what's best for you!\n\nTapas for dinner and the best live flamenco show at Tablao Flamenco Las Tablas\n\nWatch the operetta or zarzuela at the Teatro de la Zarzuela\n\nCatch a contemporary performance at Teatro Espanol\n\nEnjoy some cocktails at one of the oldest bars in the city: Viva Madrid\n\nDance all night at Joy Eslava (busiest time starts after 1am)"},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_7032903305575533830_jose-luis-salgado.mp4?alt=media&token=cf0e9925-55dd-4222-89d4-4be146d81f18"}]},{"address":"Malasaña","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.42532076285863,"longitude":-3.7083573769950484},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Day 2 - Malasana"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":846},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2F4e7296030dc88e6db467cdd5c69d7abd.jpg?alt=media&token=31f15bcd-8045-401b-88f6-5e6826551afc"},{"type":"text","content":"Start your second morning in Madrid by heading to Malasaña, one of the hottest and most exclusive neighborhoods in the city. It is full of thrift and vintage shops, local boutiques, coffee shops and stylish bars. Grab a latte at Toma Cafe, or sit down and enjoy a great latte, smoothie or coffee at Urbano Specialty Cafe before continuing on to another great Madrid neighborhood."},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_6945546523354647813_sarah.mp4?alt=media&token=65f439f9-1e4a-4216-bdaf-a7e20defe9bf"}]},{"address":"Chueca","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.423092999999994,"longitude":-3.6995644999999966},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Chueca"},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":658},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2F6e8046a91d7abb8cf22fdb9480e47d74.jpg?alt=media&token=94915091-f76d-402a-820c-a0615cae97c8"},{"type":"text","content":"A 3-minute walk from Urbano Specialty Cafe, you'll find your next 4-day stop on your Madrid Journey: the Chueca neighborhood. This neighborhood is famous for its gay community and gay pride parties and celebrations. Chueca is a very unique neighborhood in Madrid, and it is the perfect example of how well old and new Madrid can coexist and blend together perfectly.\nIf you choose to eat here, I recommend Kuoco 360. It's a fusion restaurant serving a variety of delicious Mediterranean dishes."},{"metadata":{"width":564,"height":423},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2Fa952196e087df069c06b9228af77049b.jpg?alt=media&token=e4fa6c13-146b-41f8-b548-ff724fcded52"},{"metadata":{"width":576,"height":1024},"type":"video","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSnaptik_7012721120558255362_courtneytheexplorer.mp4?alt=media&token=dfcd7139-2516-43e2-9b85-1f8f5739c805"}]},{"address":"El Perro y la Galleta Castelló","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":40.42310531352625,"longitude":-3.681623799999989},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"# Last stop on the trip - El Perro y la Galleta "},{"type":"text","content":"El Perro y La Galleta is the perfect place to enjoy the culture and atmosphere of this city! Restaurant has delicious food, fancy decoration and the most refreshing drinks!\nNot only was the food delicious, but we spent almost two hours sitting, enjoying our food and drinks, relaxing while enjoying the view. The restaurant has extremely large windows creating a very airy and light atmosphere. Try to sit next to a person!\nMake a reservation, as the restaurant is really popular with the locals."},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":668},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FSalon2-2.jpg?alt=media&token=e281d2ce-466c-44f7-b354-cd7f2b4d44de"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":637},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FK4Ycb30SRd2R5vpomdW1%2FChampi%C3%B1ones%2C%20berenjenas%20y%20hamburguesa%20casera.jpg?alt=media&token=2c10111e-e111-4501-8c7b-fb22dc06d534"},{"type":"link","content":"https://elperroylagalleta.com/castello/"}]}]