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Madrid 5-day itinerary — Mid-range

Spain · 2 travelers · 4 nights · fixed USD estimates

Estimated total for two: $1,030(excluding flights) · about $206/day

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Here is a ready-made 5-day mid-range plan for Madrid for two: a day-by-day programme balancing headline sights, old-town markets and recovery time, with per-day cost estimates built from fixed local average prices — one hotel room for 4 nights, food and activities for two, and group transport.

DayPlanEstimated cost
1
Arrival in Madrid
  • Land, transfer to your hotel in Madrid and check in
  • Short rest after the flight, then a first dinner at a nearby local restaurant
  • An easy evening walk around the neighbourhood to get your bearings in Madrid
$155calculate in the tool
2
Madrid's headline sights
  • A full morning at Madrid's most famous attraction (book tickets ahead)
  • Light lunch near the sight, then wander the surrounding area
  • A museum or gallery after noon, then evening coffee at a well-known café
$250calculate in the tool
3
Old town and bazaars of Madrid
  • Morning wander through the old quarter lanes of Madrid
  • Browse the main traditional bazaar and the historic square, mosque or church
  • Street-food tasting: a famous local dish and a traditional drink
$250calculate in the tool
4
A day out around Madrid
  • Rent a car or join a one-day organised tour from Madrid
  • Two main stops: a natural landmark, then a nearby village or island for lunch
  • A final sunset stop on the way back to Madrid
$250calculate in the tool
5
Shopping and departure
  • Check out and store luggage at the hotel
  • Final shopping window: souvenirs and gifts from Madrid
  • Head to the airport at least four hours before the flight
$125calculate in the tool
Estimated trip total (excluding flights)
$1,030
Per person: $515 · Couple: $1,030
≈ 948 € (EUR) · approximate FX
Hotel
$440
Food
$350
Transport
$40
Activities
$200

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FAQ

How much does a 5-day trip to Madrid cost?

A 5-day mid-range trip for two is estimated at about $1,030 USD (hotel, food, transport and activities, excluding flights), i.e. roughly $515 per person.

What is the daily cost in Madrid?

The average day for two runs about $206; arrival and departure days cost less than full sightseeing days.

When is the best time to visit Madrid?

Madrid is at its best in spring and autumn; summers are hot, dry and busy, and winters are cold at lower prices.