Madrid

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First time in town, and looking for the iconic Madrid experiences? Make sure you check out:

• Prado Museum - A world-famous art gallery.
• El Retiro Park - The city's favourite place to relax.
• The Royal Palace - Western Europe's largest royal palace.
• Plaza Mayor - The historic heart of the city.
• Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum - Explore 700 years of European art.
• Puerto del Sol - A buzzing square right in the centre of town.
• Cibeles fountain - The iconic starting point to Madrid's Art Walk.
• Reina Sofía Museum - Hosts a fantastic contemporary art collection.
• Santiago Bernabéu Stadium - The home of Real Madrid.
• El Rastro - A massive market that's over 250 years old.

The Art Scene

A world-class city with world-class museums.

Madrid's most-famous galleries are conveniently all found in the same neighbourhood - known as the Golden Triangle of Art. Being so close together, you could do them all in one day! But with their wealth of masterpieces - from Bosch to Picasso, Velazquez to Rembrandt - you'll want to take your time.

For something more intimate, but just as fascinating, head to the city's House Museums, which include the Cerralbo and Museum of Decorative Arts.

A Taste of Madrid

Welcome to a city full of flavour! Madrid’s culinary scene comes to life through its vibrant tapas culture, where sharing small plates is part of everyday life. From hearty cocido madrileño (chickpea stew) to churros dipped in rich hot chocolate, the city celebrates its most iconic flavours at every turn. Wander from bar to bar to enjoy everything from classic tortilla and jamón to more creative bites. Madrid is also home to the world’s oldest restaurant, Botín, and 28 Michelin-starred restaurants, including the three-starred DiverXO.

Madrid Nights

Madrid lives for the nightlife, so a siesta might help you keep up with the locals. Start the evening with a caña in a neighbourhood bar, some vermút in a traditional taberna, or cocktails on a stylish rooftop with sweeping views over the city. From there, the night unfolds with endless options: catch a flamenco show, enjoy live music, or move on to one of the city’s vibrant clubs and dance until sunrise. In Madrid, every night is full of possibilities.

The Sporting Spirit

Home to two of the world’s most iconic football teams, Madrid is a must for sports fans. Watching Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium or Atlético de Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium is unforgettable. You can also explore the game’s greatest moments at Legends: The Home of Football. And if you miss out on tickets, the atmosphere lives on in the city’s vibrant sports bars.

Madrid, Again & Again

Been here before? There's plenty of things to do when you hop off the regular tourist trail. You can relax by the lake in Casa de Campo, Spain's largest urban park, or check out a secret garden, like Huerto de la Monjas. House museums like the Cerralbo, Palacio de Liria and Sorolla give an insight into how life in the city used to be. And for a taste of the modern Madrid, La Castellana offers cutting-edge architecture and cuisine, while Carabanchel is home to the city's art community.