Things To Do
Estadio Metropolitano
The best team in Spain's stadium. See where the Atleti magic happens. Atleeeeeti.
El Retiro Park
The 'Central Park' of Madrid, take a stroll through this incredible park.
Prado Museum
Check out Spain's best museum for the classic arts.
Reina Sofía Museum
Check out Madrid's best museum for modern art (across the street from Atocha, where the train to Toledo is). The huge 'Guernica' is displayed here, which is Picasso's all time most revered work.
Plaza Mayor
The Plaza Mayor of Madrid was built in the 1400's on the same location as the old Plaza del Arrabal (square outside the walls). It was used as a market in the Middle Ages. Don't eat here, as there are many tourist traps. Go to 'Mercado San Miguel' to eat, which is very close by.
Mercado de San Miguel
San Miguel Market is the most popular market in Madrid among tourists since it is located in the centre of Madrid, within walking distance from Plaza Mayor. The market is not a traditional grocery market but a gourmet tapas market, with over 30 different vendors selling a wide variety of freshly prepared tapas, hams, olives, baked goods and other foods.
Royal Palace of Madrid
The royal family doesn't live here anymore... but they used to! Grab a beer, lunch or dinner in the breathtaking Plaza de Oriente, just across the way.