Madrid trip cost estimate
Spain’s energetic capital of museums, plazas, late dinners, and grand boulevards.
Daily budget baseline: $100 USD. Food and culture trips
Top attractions
- 1. Prado Museum — Masterpieces from Spain’s golden age and beyond.
- 2. Retiro Park — Boats, gardens, and a peaceful city escape.
- 3. Royal Palace — Lavish rooms and courtyards in the city center.
- 4. Plaza Mayor — Historic square for people-watching.
- 5. Gran Vía — Lights, shops, and theaters through the evening.
Must-try dishes
- Cocido madrileño — Madrid chickpea stew with meats and vegetables. (avg $18.00)
- Churros con chocolate — Fried dough with thick hot chocolate. (avg $5.00)