Things to do in Madrid
Las Rozas Village, high-end bargains in Madrid
Las Rozas Village es el sitio ideal para ir de “shopping” en Madrid y adquirir primeras marcas a precios reducidos.
Madrid Río, a green lung along the banks of the Manzanares
This linear park provides nature, beautiful views, sport, culture and even a beach in the seven kilometres along which it borders the banks of the Manzanares river.
Madrid cable car: a bird’s eye view of the city and the Casa del Campo
Take to the skies of Madrid by cable car, an attraction that opened in 1969 and travels to the biggest park in the city, reaching an altitude of 40 m with spectacular views.
The best spas and health resorts for relaxing in Madrid
To relax and unwind after a day spent sightseeing or shopping, there’s nothing better than a spa. These are some of the best ones in Madrid.
Musicals in Madrid: giving New York and London a run for their money
Gran Vía, the Madrilenian Broadway, is the epicentre of a broad and varied theatre scene that has turned the city into the world capital of musical theatre in Spanish.
Atocha station: the iron heart of Madrid
The first train station in the capital, inaugurated in 1851, is Spain’s primary railway station and stands out for its late-nineteenth-century canopy.
The Puerta de Alcalá, an honourable witness to the past
The Puerta de Alcalá in the centre of Madrid has been privileged to witness the historic development of the city. Set among gardens and located close to the Parque del Retiro [Retiro Park], it continues to catch the attention of the city’s inhabitants and visitors alike.
Malasaña: an area for both hipsters and the more traditional
The district that spawned the Movida Madrileña is now home to hipster barbers, alternative shops and veggie restaurants, while still preserving its classic bars.
The Casa de Campo Park, Madrid’s breath of fresh air
Located on the west side of the capital, the Casa de Campo stopped functioning as a royal hunting estate to become a place of enjoyment and entertainment for Madrilenians.
The San Miguel market, a date with the most exquisite tapas
Located by the Plaza Mayor, in the heart of the area known as ‘The Madrid of the Habsburgs’, the San Miguel market is a must for foodies.