Cross Curricular trip to Madrid: 4 days, 3 nights
Madrid is an excellent destination for a school trip focused on cross-cultural education due to its rich blend of historical influences and modern cultural vibrancy. As Spain’s capital, Madrid showcases a unique fusion of Christian, Islamic, and Jewish heritage, visible in its architecture, museums, and historic neighborhoods. Students can explore iconic sites like the Royal Palace, the Prado Museum, and the diverse Lavapiés district, where the coexistence of different cultures is evident. Madrid’s lively arts scene, from traditional flamenco performances to contemporary galleries, offers insights into both the preservation and evolution of cultural identity. Additionally, the city’s festivals, markets, and cuisine provide students with immersive experiences in Spanish traditions and customs, making Madrid a dynamic classroom for understanding the complexities of cultural exchange and coexistence.
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Suggested itinerary
Day one
- Depart UK and travel to Madrid
- Museum (Prado or Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía)
- FOC activtiy (e.g Parque del Retiro)
Day two
- Self-guided/guided walking tour: Mercado San Miguel, Plaza Mayor, Puerto del Sol & Plaza de Espana
- Hot Chocolate & Churros at Chocolateria San Gines
- Guided tour of the Royal Palace of Madrid
- Bernabeu Stadium // Reino Sofia
- Flamenco & tapas evening
Day three
- Toledo
- Avila
- Segovia
Day four
- Depart Madrid
- Return to UK
Tour gallery
Excursion Ideas
Reina Sofia Museum
Subject range: Art & Design, Culture
What you’ll experience: Here students can explore Spain’s premier collection of modern and contemporary art. Marvel at Picasso’s impactful “Guernica” and Dalí’s surreal creations in this vibrant museum, whose interactive exhibits and contemporary installations make learning about art fun and engaging.
Bernabeu Stadium
Subject range: Culture
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Prado Museum
Subject range: Art & Design, Culture
What you’ll experience: One of the most prestigious art museums in the world, housing an unparalleled collection of European art dating from the 12th to the early 20th century. Visitors can marvel masterpieces by legendary French, Italian, Flemish and Spanish artists, most notably the enigmatic work of Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, and Bosch. The museum’s neoclassical architecture and expansive galleries offer an immersive experience, inviting art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike to explore the rich tapestry of European art and history.
Retiro Park (The Glass Palace)
Subject range: Art, Culture
What you’ll experience: Madrid’s Retiro Park, once part of the Spanish monarchy’s estates, transitioned into a public space post the Glorious Revolution in 1868. Today, its lush greenery and historic allure, open to everyone, epitomize Madrid’s rich past and public wealth.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Subject range: Art & Design, Culture
What you’ll experience: The Royal Palace of Madrid is the official residence of the Spanish royal family at the city of Madrid, although now used only for state ceremonies. The palace has 135,000 m² of floor space and contains 3,418 rooms. It is the largest royal palace in Europe.
Flamenco & tapas evening
Subject range: Culture
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Toledo
Subject range: Culture
What you’ll experience: Toledo is an ancient city set on a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain. The capital of the region, it’s known for the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian monuments in its walled old city. It was also the former home of Mannerist painter El Greco. The Moorish Bisagra Gate and the Sol Gate, in Mudéjar style, open into the old quarter, where the Plaza de Zocodover is a lively meeting place.
Avila
Subject range: Culture
What you’ll experience: Ávila, capital of the Spanish province of the same name, is a city in the rolling hill country northwest of Madrid. It’s best known for its intact medieval city walls, with 80-plus crenelated, semicircular towers and 9 gates, including the arched El Alcázar, on the eastern side. Long sections atop the walls are walkable. At night, the lighted walls are a distinctive sight.
Segovia
Subject range: Art, Culture
What you’ll experience: Segovia is a historic city northwest of Madrid, in central Spain’s Castile and León region. Its centuries of settlement have resulted in a rich architectural legacy, including medieval walls, Romanesque churches, a former royal palace and a Gothic cathedral. Its iconic ancient Roman aqueduct has more than 160 arches, most in the original mortarless granite, and stands above Plaza Azoguejo in the heart of the city.
Cultural / Cross Curricular school trip to Madrid: 4 Days, 3 Nights Accommodation
Room00
Location: Madrid
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Room00 Chueca Hostel is set between Madrid’s fashionable Chueca and Malasaña neighbourhoods. Located 100 metres from Chueca Metro Station. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available at the bar-restaurant. The neighbouring streets offer restaurants, stylish bars and shops. The lively pedestrian zone, Fuencarral Street, is a 2-minute walk from the property and San Anton Market is 250 metres away. Staff can advise you on activities in Madrid, and organise social activities for guests.
Gran Via, famous for shopping and its theatres, is 400 metres from the hostel. Chueca and Tribunal metro stations are within a 5-minute walk of the hostel.
Rooms: Dormitory rooms are equipped with bunk beds, while private rooms have single or double beds. Bed linen and towels are provided, as well as free toiletries. All rooms and dormitories include a bathroom with a shower.
Facilities: Hostel features free Wi-Fi.
Hotel Bastardo
Location: Madrid
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Conveniently set in the heart of Madrid, in Tribunal district, Bastardo Hostel offers stylish private and dormitory rooms with free WiFi near all the main tourist attractions. Offering an industrial décor, the Bastardo Hostel offers dormitory rooms and private rooms.
Breakfast is available each morning. it's served at the Hostel's restaurant, Limbo. It offers grill-type meals during the day.
Rooms: Dormitory rooms include a shared bathroom with shower, and each bed has access to a locker, night light, socket, USB connection and a night table. For dormitory rooms, bed linen are included and towels are available for a surcharge. Private rooms feature a private bathroom, and include bed linen, towels, and free toiletries.
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OK Hostel Madrid
Location: Madrid
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Set 200 metres from La Latina Metro Station, Ok Hostel Madrid offers conveniently located accommodation in Madrid. There is a shared kitchen and a communal lounge in the property. You can find several restaurants, and shops within a 5-minute walk of Ok Hostel. Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol are 700 metres away.
Rooms: The property offers private rooms with a double bed, flat-screen TV, desk and bathroom, as well as dormitories for 4 or 6 people, fitted with bunk beds, lockers, and a bathroom.
Facilities: Free WiFi throughout the property.
The Hat Hostel
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Located just 150 metres from Plaza Mayor Square, The Hat Madrid is a stylish hostel with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop bar with city and sunset views. La Latina District is under a 10-minute walk away. Puerta del Sol and La Latina Metro Stations are within 500 metres.
Rooms: Offering a variety of private rooms and single beds in both mixed and female dormitories, the hostel also caters for families and groups of friends. The bright rooms come with either a private or shared bathroom, and some have a small balcony.
Facilities: The Hat Madrid has a 24-hour front desk, offers free activities and Bicycles can also be hired.
Latroupe Prado
Location: Madrid
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Located in Madrid and with Atocha Train Station reachable within 200 metres, LATROUPE Prado Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Puerta de Toledo, and Puerta del Sol. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Popular points of interest near LATROUPE Prado Hostel include Reina Sofia Museum, El Retiro Park and Plaza Mayor. The nearest airport is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.
Rooms: Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer city views. All units include bed linen.
Facilities: At the hostel you will find a restaurant serving Argentinian, Peruvian and Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Motion Hostel
Location: Madrid
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Motion Hostels located in the center of Gran Vía, about 250 meters from Puerta del Sol. The hostel offers free WiFi and is 150 meters from Callao Station. In the surrounding area we can find a range of famous restaurants, bars and shops. Callao and Sol metro stations 5 minutes walk. Motion Hostels is located 5 minutes from Madrid's famous Bear and Strawberry Tree, the Royal Palace and the Temple of Debod.
Rooms: Dormitory rooms are equipped with bunk beds, night light, private lockers and private bathroom. Bedding is provided. Towels can be rented at reception. The double rooms with two single beds have a private bathroom with some free toiletries and towels.
Facilities: We provide a 24-hour reception service, it has common areas, such as a shared lounge, where guests can read, eat or work. Luggage storage is also available for an additional fee. In addition, vending machines for drinks and food are offered.
