Things to do in Madrid
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The curtain is raised: a tour of Madrid’s theatres
For more information on theatre shows and premieres in the capital, we recommend visiting the official theatre calendar of the City Council of Madrid.
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Skiing in Madrid, ideas for enjoying the snow
If you love skiing, near Madrid you will find Puerto de Navacerrada, Valdesquí, La Pinilla, Navafría and the SnowZone.
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Museo Reina Sofía: contemporary art and renewed vigour
The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, part of Madrid’s Paseo del Arte, invites you on a journey through the world of contemporary art with painters such as Picasso, Dalí and Miró.
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Cercedilla, gateway to the mountains of Madrid
Cercedilla hides treasures such as the Roman road, Fuenfría valley and Las Dehesas, a paradise for hikers and nature-lovers.
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Madrid’s Anillo Verde cycle lane: city tourism on two wheels
Since 2007, the Spanish capital has enjoyed use of the Anillo Verde Ciclista, a circular 64 km bicycle route that allows cyclists to travel around the city centre perimeter at ease.
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The Fuente de Neptuno, an Atlético de Madrid icon with a Real Madrid past
A result of urban remodelling undertaken on the orders of Charles III, la Fuente de Neptuno is nowadays associated with celebrations by supporters of Atlético de Madrid.
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Calle Preciados, Madrid’s main shopping street
Calle Preciados is Spain’s second most expensive shopping street. Beyond just shopping, it’s famous for its street performances and culinary offer.
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Madrid’s traditional food always comes with a spoon
Where to eat the best cocido or the finest callos? The traditional food of Madrid takes the world by storm, always with a spoon, whilst indulging in churros and chocolate or a deep-fried calamari roll
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Tapas in Madrid, a tasty ‘sport’ with a long history
Squirreled away in the Spanish capital, you’ll find lots of different areas where you can practice the art of ‘tapeo’, a culinary and social experience that will give you a taste of all of the regions of Spain.
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Peñalara: a natural park with bags of charm
Peñalara Natural Park is situated within the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park and is perfect for hiking and climbing.