Madrid is the stylish,cosmopolitan and bustling capital of Spain.With its vast array of major parks, museums and galleries, cafés, and ornatechurches, this is a city that’s going to keep you entertained. The livelyatmosphere, fascinating history, renowned museums and stunning architecturemake Madrid one of the most popular cities inEurope.
In the city are some of the largest art galleriesin the world, and visitors could become lost in them for days. Tour of thePrado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado) and peruse the works of great artists likeGoya and Velázquez, or visit the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (MuseoThyssen-Bornemisza), which displays collections spanning different centuriesthroughout history, from medieval realism to modern art. And don’t forget tostroll through the Reina Sofía Museum (Museo Nacional Centro de Arte ReinaSofía) and admire the domestic works by Spanish masters such as Picasso andDalí.
When it’s time to fuel up, enjoy lunch in the mainsquare, the 18th century Plaza Mayor, or take a tour through the old town hall(Casa del Ayuntamiento).
The King of Spain now lives on the outskirts of thecity, meaning visitors can visit to the Royal Palace in the centre (PalacioReal) with its richly decorated rooms and impressive array of treasures. Wealso recommend you check out the AlmudenaCathedral (Santa María la Real de la Almudena), the construction ofwhich took more than a century.
The iconic Puerta de Alcalá can be found on thecorner of El Retiro (El Parque de Retiro), an impressive green space witharchitectural jewels, gardens and ponds, and the Casa de Campo is an evengrander city park. Visit the Natural History Museum (Museo Nacional de CienciasNaturales) and find out all about the local flora and fauna, amongst otherthings.
Spend an evening visit to Puerta del Sol. You’llfind some of the best 'tabernas' and clubs of Madridaround this square. Traditionally, people eat here quite late, so if you wantto join the Spanish locals, then you better be willing to come out at midnight.Make sure you try the local cuisine, including tapas and paella – you won’t bedisappointed – and wash it all down with a refreshing sangria or Rioca.
Madrid is one of themost dynamic cities in Europe. You are guaranteed to love this city!
