Friday
- Evening
Land soft
Grab takeout near where you're staying and walk the neighborhood. Save the spending for tomorrow.
Saturday
- MorningParque del RetiroOutdoors · Retiro
Rowboats, the Crystal Palace, Sunday drum circles.
Why this pick- ·Light on the wallet without feeling cheap
- ·Best early — lighter crowds before noon
- ·Keeps you in Retiro — short walk from your other stops
- Lunch
Casa Lucio
Spanish · $$$ · La LatinaHuevos rotos institution; royalty and presidents have eaten here.
Why this pick- ·Light on the wallet without feeling cheap
- ·Strong lunch option, quick enough to keep the day moving
- ·Keeps you in La Latina — short walk from your other stops
- AfternoonMuseo del PradoCulture · Paseo del Prado
Goya, Velázquez and Bosch — free 6–8pm weekdays.
Why this pick- ·Light on the wallet without feeling cheap
- ·Holds up in the afternoon energy lull
- ·Keeps you in Paseo del Prado — short walk from your other stops
- Evening
Free night plan
Grab a bottle, walk to a viewpoint or waterfront, and watch the city light up. Costs nothing.
Sunday
- MorningMercado de San MiguelFood & Drink · Centro
Wrought-iron market — jamón cones, oyster shots, vermouth.
Why this pick- ·Light on the wallet without feeling cheap
- ·Best early — lighter crowds before noon
- ·Keeps you in Centro — short walk from your other stops
- AfternoonMalasañaNightlife · Malasaña
Vintage shops by day, dive bars and indie clubs til sunrise.
Why this pick- ·Light on the wallet without feeling cheap
- ·Holds up in the afternoon energy lull
- ·Keeps you in Malasaña — short walk from your other stops
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