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What to see in Madrid in 2 days

This 2-day plan groups 7 of Madrid's essentials by area, so you walk as little as possible: about 12 h 55 min of visits and 3.5 km on foot in total. The entry fees we know of add up to €30 per person; 2 of the places are free.

Day 1: Prado Museum and around

1. 10:00
   Prado Museum~2 h 30 min visit · From €15 · Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00 · Sun 10:00–19:00→ 6 min on foot (0.5 km)
2. 12:40
   Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum~2 h 30 min visitLunch break nearby→ 18 min on foot (1.4 km)
3. 16:45
   Plaza Mayor~40 min visit · Free→ 2 min on foot (0.2 km)
4. 17:30
   San Miguel Market~45 min visit · From €15 · Mon–Thu 10:00–24:00 · Fri,Sat 10:00–01:00 · Sun 10:00–24:00

Day 2: Reina Sofía Museum and around

1. 09:30
   Reina Sofía Museum~2 h 30 min visit→ 20 min on foot (1.5 km)
2. 12:20
   Retiro Park~2 h visit · FreeLunch break nearby→ next stop 3.4 km away: better by public transport or taxi
3. 16:00
   Royal Palace of Madrid~2 h visit

Visit times are estimated by type of place and walks are computed as a straight line with a margin for the streets. Check the day's opening hours before you go.