What to see in Madrid in 4 days
4-day itinerary for Madrid (Spain): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.
Madrid blends art, food and nightlife at every turn. Here's a 4-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.
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Day 1Habsburg Madrid
Day 2Art Walk
Day 3City Center and Gran Vía
Day 4Retiro and Salamanca
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How many days do I need to see Madrid?
With 4 days you can cover the key areas of Madrid: Habsburg Madrid, Art Walk, City Center and Gran Vía and Retiro and Salamanca. The plan spreads them across your days so you don't retrace your steps or waste time between them.
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
The best time to visit Madrid is spring and autumn, though with a good itinerary it's worth it in almost any season.
How do you get around Madrid?
The easiest way is to combine the metro with walking; the network links the main sights in just a few minutes. That's why the itinerary links places by proximity, grouping a different area each day so you never retrace your steps.
What to visit in Madrid?
The must-sees in Madrid: Free Walking Tour of the Historic Center, Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum and Temple of Debod. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.
Is Madrid worth visiting?
Yes. Madrid brings together art, food and nightlife, and the must-sees —Free Walking Tour of the Historic Center, Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum and Temple of Debod— are easy to take in over 4 days. It's worth it even if you're short on time.
Where to eat in Madrid?
Some local picks from this guide: El Sobrino de Botín, Arcade and El Fogón Verde. They're placed by area alongside each day of the itinerary.
What's the best day trip from Madrid?
Less than 150 km away you have Alcalá de Henares, Chinchón and Aranjuez: a day trip you can also plan with the Trip Planner.
How much does it cost to visit Madrid?
It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.
Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?
Every bookable activity includes a direct link to Civitatis to buy the ticket or tour online and skip the lines.