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Tours & Sightseeing
Rent & Roll – 24-hour bike rental
This bike hire service lets you explore the marvels of Madrid on your own custom-made route. Choose your lightweight city bike and set off down paved roads and into green parks. Staff at the hire site will provide you with maps and plenty of tips on places to visit during your time in the Spanish capital.
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Toledo Full-day Tour with Cathedral Visit
A chance to discover the City of Three Cultures, so-called for its historic blend of Christian, Muslim and Jewish heritage, on this all-day tour. You’ll see Toledo's architectural feats such as the Gothic cathedral and the San Martín bridge, as well as learning about the ancient art of damascening. Other highlights include the Church of St. Tomé which houses El Greco's masterpiece, 'The Burial of the Count of Orgaz'. The experience concludes with a sightseeing tour of the city, with a stop at a viewpoint to take photos. You can take the tour with or without lunch so choose the option which suits your preference.
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Avila and Segovia Full-day Tour
Take in the captivating history of two famously Romanesque Spanish cities. You’ll begin by exploring Avila’s fortified towers, monumental 2,500-yard walls, and the Gothic buildings within. The tour continues onto Segovia to visit its near-perfectly preserved Roman aqueduct, spectacular cathedral and the Alcázar. You can choose to have lunch included with your tour package, featuring local cuisine like la granja white beans and roast suckling pig.
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El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Tour
This tour offers you the chance to explore some of Spain’s most historic sites. From the Royal Monastery of El Escorial – a historic residence of the Spanish monarchy now classed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site – to the Valley of the Fallen, a gigantic memorial immersed in beautiful scenery. The basilica is carved into the side of a mountain beneath a giant cross that overlooks the beautiful Sierra de Madrid mountain range. The tour also includes visits to Habsburg Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum and Chapter House.
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Madrid Highlights Bike Tour
This bike tour gives you the chance to take in Madrid’s highlights at your own pace. An English-speaking guide will lead the way, providing commentary on the city’s history and major landmarks including Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Retiro Park and Prado Museum. In just three hours, you’ll cover what would normally take two days to see. Your guide will be happy to share tips on the best bars and restaurants to visit, as well as other do’s and don’ts in the Spanish capital. The tour also includes a selection of hidden spots that visitors don’t usually get to experience.
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Royal Palace of Madrid Tour
This guided tour shows guests around the Spanish Royal Family’s official residence. Visitors can see Francesco Sabatini’s famous marble staircase and explore many of the 3,000 rooms – from the elegant Throne Room to the Royal Chapel’s collection of instruments made by renowned craftsman Antonio Stradivari. There's also a chance to take a stroll around the gardens and enjoy the palace views from outside.
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Segway Tour
This Segway tour of the city allows riders to easily weave through the streets of Madrid and visit its most famous monuments. An expert guide will provide historical facts about the stand-out sights, including the iconic neighborhood of El Madrid de los Austrias – the old Habsburg-era center around Plaza Mayor. You’ll also pass the Royal Palace and Cathedral of Almudena, as well as Cervantes House and a trio of art museums: the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza.
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Royal Palace Early Morning Guided Tour
Built during the 18th and 19th centuries in striking Baroque style, the Royal Palace is the official residence of Spain’s royal family, and still hosts important royal receptions and ceremonies today. On this 90-minute tour, you’ll be led through the lavish rooms, banqueting halls and the Royal Armory by an expert guide.
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Madrid Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
This double-decker bus lets you take in the best sights of Madrid at your leisure, with an onboard audio guide to keep you informed. There are two routes available. Blue Route includes the Belle Epoque buildings of historical Madrid, the Royal Palace, Almudenao Cathedral and the Prado museum. Green Route focuses on 19th and 20th-century Madrid, as well as the Bernabéu stadium, home to Real Madrid F.C.
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Food & Drinks
Flamenco Show With Dinner at Torres Bermejas
Hosted at the renowned Torres Bermejas tablao at the heart of Madrid, this Flamenco show lets you admire Spain’s prime Flanco talent while dining on Spanish cuisine that’s full of flavor. The show is performed by the Cuadro Flamenco – a highly talented ensemble of Flamenco singers, guitarists, clappers and dancers. Inside, the tablao reflects the decór of Granada's beautiful Alhambra Palace – with detailed Arabic motifs adorning the walls and intricate hand-carved patterns in the wooden ceilings. There are four menus to choose from, offering high-quality dishes inspired by traditional Spanish cuisine with a modern touch.
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The Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Set within an early 20th-century Italianate stone mansion, this extensive art collection includes an array of masterpieces. Aside from paintings, there's also a variety of bronze figures, ceramics, glassware and even antique weapons. Highlights include works by Goya, El Greco, Zurbarán, Murillo, Bosch, Cranach and Constable. Visitors will have access to permanent and temporary exhibitions during their visit.
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Madrid Wax Museum
This museum features realistic wax sculptures of celebrities and historical figures like Leonardo DiCaprio, Angelina Jolie, Cristiano Ronaldo and more. The Gallery of Kings and other exhibits provide an overview of Spanish history, and the fun continues with a space ride and a ghost train.
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Madrid City Center
In downtown
Start your adventure at Madrid’s crown jewel, Palacio Real de Madrid, the royal palace and the adjacent Sabatini Gardens. Madrid’s oldest district includes the popular landmarks of Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía and Plaza Cibeles, or the popular area of Lavapies in Embajadores.
Places to stay from $6 a night
Retiro
1.4 miles from downtown
This historic district can’t be missed. Loop around Retiro Park – once the royal family’s private garden, it’s full of lavish monuments and tree-lined avenues. People-watch on Paseo del Prado boulevard, filled with joggers, street vendors and locals, then spend a few hours exploring El Prado Museum’s important collection of paintings.
Places to stay from $28 a night
Salamanca
1.6 miles from downtown
Serrano and José Ortega y Gasset (in Lista) are great for shopping and are lined with luxury and designer shops. The residential neighborhoods of Recoletos, Lista, Goya and Castellana feature some of Europe’s most expensive real estate, and the area itself is one of Madrid’s most important commercial zones.
Places to stay from $34 a night
Chamberi
1.2 miles from downtown
This small, historic residential district is becoming gentrified as young professionals move to the area. Spread over 6 neighborhoods, it’s a lively district to visit for some local flavor and has a village-like atmosphere. Filled with Modernist, Gothic and neo-Mudejar architecture, its streets are best explored by foot.
Places to stay from $12 a night
Madrid is all bustling plazas, lively tapa bars, and a rich variety of museums showcasing Spain’s most celebrated artists. The world-famous Prado Museum features the work of Goya and Velázquez. The Prado forms the "golden triangle" with the Reina Sofía Museum—home to Picasso’s "Guernica"—and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, an enormous private collection highlighting a wide array of artistic styles.
Madrid’s medieval architecture holds centuries of history, like the intricate portico arches of Plaza Mayor, as well as the baroque Royal Palace, where state ceremonies are held to this day. And visiting top attractions like these is easy thanks to the city’s efficient and high-speed Metro system.
Spain's sprawling capital is a city that lives and breathes soccer. If you’re a fan, catch a game at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium—home to Real Madrid—and roar with the rest of the crowd as the "Galácticos" take the field.
Madrid’s weather is pleasant year-round, with perfectly comfortable temperatures on either side of summer. Even a winter vacation practically guarantees clear blue skies – making for a beautiful sight when flying into the airport during the day.
Tonight
From $10 per night
This weekend
From $149 per night
Next weekend
From $135 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | June-August |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.13 |
| Language | Spanish |
| Average weekend price | $122 per night |
| Average weekday price | $149 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Puerta del Sol
In downtown
“A gathering place in the center of the city in close proximity to the Main Square and the old town and the Royal Palace. Lots of restaurants and shops.”
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Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
2.5 miles from downtown
“I couldn't comment a lot since i just take a photo shot in front of the stadium”
Gran Via
0.2 miles from downtown
“I found a Primark and went shopping. There is only one in the USA and its in Boston; I live in the Southwest. El Cortes Ingles is on par with a Macy's. Nice stuff but pricey.”
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Paseo de la Castellana
3.1 miles from downtown
“Check I see if the entire palace is open. We waited until 4:00pm to get in free, but ended up paying 5 euros each. We were only able to see the armory and the current art collection. The rest of the palace was closed due to a special function. SO DISSAPOINTING!!”
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Plaza Mayor
0.2 miles from downtown
“Beautiful but be very careful - someone got pick pocketed in front of us. And my friend also felt a hand trying to unzip her purse. If you venture there - keep everything closed and do not wear large purses.”
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Plaza de Toros de las Ventas
2.4 miles from downtown
“Beautiful historical venue. Personally I found it culturally challenging to understand that this still goes on and I am from a family of hunter, fisherman etc. I respect the culture, and tolerated the experience but did not enjoy it. We were invited by locals who were very proud to show us their culture so graciously accepted not really knowing what we were getting into.”
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Puerta de Toledo
0.8 miles from downtown
“Need at least a full day here. Train from Madrid is well worth it 2ppl Rt = 41 Euros 40 minutes Loots to see and do!”
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Bridge of Alcalá
0.8 miles from downtown
“The "Alcalá Gate" (in Spanish, La Puerta de Alcalá) soon became one of Madrid's symbols and it is one of the most well-known monuments. It is now classified as a National Monument. It is a Neo-classical granite monument in the Plaza de la Independencia square. It stands near the city center and several meters away from the main entrance to the Buen Retiro Park. The square is bisected by Alcalá Street, although the street itself doesn't cross through the monument. The Gate was a real door, ie a door of one wall still standing well into the nineteenth century. And was erected as a triumphal arch to celebrate the arrival of the King Charles III in the city of Madrid. Take Subway Line 2 (Retiro or Banco de España)”
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Royal Palace
0.5 miles from downtown
“Absolutely gorgeous palace in perfect shape, and excellent scale for pleasant, not exhausting, walk through. My favorite Royal Palace in Europe, with superb ceiling frescoes by the incomporable Tiepolo. If you like pure beauty and elegance, you’ll bliss out.”
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Prado Museum
0.6 miles from downtown
“As good as it gets for art-lovers. Takes a full day, but not exhausting at all, with fine cafe,”
If you like museums, you would love Madrid.
March 19, 2019
If you like museums, you would love Madrid. Besides visiting the big three art museums (Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen Bornemisza) don't miss the national museum of archeology. The Sorolla museum is also wonderful.
Madrid has focused the city development to accommodate...
March 19, 2019
Madrid has focused the city development to accommodate pedestrians. There are many plazas/squares, wide sidewalks and pedestrian streets. Plenty of attractions from palaces, churches, art museums, parks. Everything in the city center/old town is easily walkable.
Amazing city, but I did get a little bit more...
March 19, 2019
Amazing city, but I did get a little bit more attitude/indifference for being a tourist here than I did in other countries I've been to, despite working hard to blend in and my speaking intermediate Spanish. Buen Retiro, Prado, theatre district, and just exploring the barrios...too many great places to list. Plenty of places to eat at all hours of the day/night but the food is quite unhealthy - mostly jamon y queso, so I had to buy veggies and fruit from the market to eat at home. Fortunately, commodities are quite affordable if not cheap (compared to EEUU). Getting around Madrid is easy, the public transport is super efficient and navigable and I suggest it over taxi/Uber - you will save a ton of money. Overall it was a great experience.
I love Madrid!
March 18, 2019
I love Madrid!! I a saving to buy a condo somewhere in Spain, and it's a toss up between Madrid and Palma Mallorca!!! Madrid is as lively as New York, full of different culture and different types of food. I love the cleanliness of the subway (a bit different from NY) no disrespect NY! I love the many cafe and the bite of food serve in the bars. One Love Madrid1
Прекрасно, что в Мадридских музеях есть время для...
March 18, 2019
Прекрасно, что в Мадридских музеях есть время для бесплатного посещения !!! В Прадо появились буклеты на русском языке !! жаль,что только там.
Beautiful and historic city, there’s a lot to see and most...
March 17, 2019
Beautiful and historic city, there’s a lot to see and most of it is very walkable. My wife and I felt safe day or night, and the food and drink prices at restaurants and tapas bars is extremely reasonable. The art museums are excellent, and don’t miss Parque de el Retiro, a world class urban park.
Madrid City Center, Madrid
From $84 per night
