Spain

Madrid

Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, is a city of grand boulevards, European elegance, and vibrant street life. It boasts world-class art museums, a lively tapas scene, and a palpable energy that draws visitors from across the globe.

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Language

Spanish

Population

Approximately 3.3 million

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Timezone

Europe/Madrid (UTC+1/+2)

Best season

Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October) offer pleasant temperatures ideal for exploring the city.

Est. daily cost

$150 USD

Climate

Weather & seasons

Climate

Madrid experiences a continental Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cold winters. Rainfall is moderate and spread throughout the year.

Best seasons: Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October) offer pleasant temperatures ideal for exploring the city.

Right now

29°C

Sunny

Humidity 31%

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Top attractions

El Retiro Park

4.8(213,514 reviews)

Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain

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Museo Nacional del Prado

4.7(154,672 reviews)

Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.

Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

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Royal Palace of Madrid

4.7(130,946 reviews)

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

Centro, 28071 Madrid, Spain

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Mercado de San Miguel

4.4(162,090 reviews)

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

Pl. de San Miguel, s/n, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain

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Temple of Debod

4.4(68,646 reviews)

Ancient Egyptian temple & museum moved from Aswan & rebuilt in lush parkland, with sunset views.

C. de Ferraz, 1, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain

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Plaza Mayor

4.6(202,440 reviews)

Cafes & restaurants line the arches of this stately square with Philip III's statue in the center.

Pl. Mayor, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

4.5(70,819 reviews)

Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.

C. de Sta. Isabel, 52, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

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Puerta de Alcalá

4.7(63,000 reviews)

Triumphal arch near to Parque del Buen Retiro & rich with stone carvings & elegant sculptures.

Pl. de la Independencia, s/n, Retiro, 28001 Madrid, Spain

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Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena

4.6(32,304 reviews)

Baroque Catholic cathedral known for its colorful chapels, plus a Romanesque crypt & museum.

C. de Bailén, 10, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum

4.7(47,572 reviews)

Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

P.º del Prado, 8, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

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Las Ventas Bullring

4.5(41,541 reviews)

Bullfighting arena built in the 1920s in neo-Mudéjar style & used for bullfights, concerts & events.

C. Alcalá, 237, Salamanca, 28028 Madrid, Spain

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Zoo Aquarium de Madrid

4.2(41,154 reviews)

Huge facility with animals in natural habitats, dolphinarium & a shark tank, plus kids' petting zoo.

Casa de Campo, S/N, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28011 Madrid, Spain

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Stay

Where to sleep

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4.4(13,672 reviews)

Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.

Gran Vía, 84, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Meliá Castilla

4.5(8,691 reviews)

Elegant rooms & suites in a contemporary hotel offering terrace dining, a poolside bar & free Wi-Fi.

C. del Poeta Joan Maragall, 43, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid, Spain

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Four Seasons Hotel Madrid

4.6(3,624 reviews)

Sophisticated hotel offering restaurants & a cafe, plus a spa, an indoor pool & a rooftop terrace.

C. de Sevilla, 3, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

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Novotel Madrid Center

4.4(9,780 reviews)

Expansive lodging offering a casual regional eatery & a sleek bar, plus a terrace & a fitness room.

Calle de O'Donnell, 53, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid, Spain

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Hotel Praga

4.1(8,393 reviews)

Down-to-earth rooms & suites in a relaxed hotel offering a Mediterranean eatery & a warm cafe.

Calle de Antonio López, 65, Carabanchel, 28019 Madrid, Spain

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Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid

4.7(4,398 reviews)

Lavish hotel in a grand 1910 property, offering a caviar bar, afternoon tea & a posh spa.

Pl. de la Lealtad, 5, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

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Hotel NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding

4.5(6,761 reviews)

Upscale hotel with conference facilities, plus acclaimed dining & a chic bar.

C. del Padre Damián, 23, Chamartín, 28036 Madrid, Spain

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The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel

4.6(4,849 reviews)

Formal hotel dating from 1912 featuring polished quarters, plus 2 restaurants & 2 bars.

Pl. de las Cortes, 7, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

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The Madrid EDITION

4.4(1,333 reviews)

Contemporary rooms & suites in a chic hotel featuring 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool & a spa.

Pl. de Celenque, 2, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Hotel Puerta America Madrid

4.3(6,732 reviews)

Hip, casual hotel offering a top-floor restaurant with a vertical garden, plus terrace & lobby bars.

Av. de América, 41, Chamartín, 28002 Madrid, Spain

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Callao

4.7(323 reviews)

Pl. del Callao, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Hotel Chamartín The One

4.0(6,963 reviews)

Modern rooms & suites with free Wi-Fi, plus a casual bar, a cafe & 8 meeting rooms.

C. de Agustín de Foxá, s/n, Chamartín, 28036 Madrid, Spain

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Taste

Where to eat

Movistar Arena Madrid

4.6(69,220 reviews)· moderate

Av. de Felipe II, s/n, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid, Spain

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Chocolatería San Ginés

4.3(72,121 reviews)

Founded in 1894, this cafe is known for its chocolate with churros.

Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Hotel Riu Plaza España

4.4(13,672 reviews)

Sleek property featuring dining, a rooftop bar & a seasonal outdoor pool, plus chic quarters.

Gran Vía, 84, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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El Corte Inglés Goya Edificio Hogar y Electrónica

4.2(27,276 reviews)

Calle de Goya, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid, Spain

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Azotea Cibeles

4.2(9,762 reviews)· expensive

Elegant spot for upscale, creative Spanish cuisine, plus a roof terrace for city views & cocktails.

Pl. Cibeles, 1, Sexta Planta, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

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BOTIN

4.3(16,534 reviews)· expensive

Spanish fixture open since 1725, famous for its roast suckling pig mentioned in a Hemingway novel.

C. de Cuchilleros, 17, Centro, 28005 Madrid, Spain

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Restaurant La Campana

4.5(20,094 reviews)· inexpensive

No-frills urban tavern known for fried calamari sandwiches, plus classic tapas dishes & sangria.

C. de Botoneras, 6, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

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Restaurante Bel Mondo

4.7(50,349 reviews)· moderate

Bright, whimsical eatery offering classic Italian provisions, a robust wine list & terrace seating.

Calle Velázquez, 39, Salamanca, 28001 Madrid, Spain

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Florida Park Bar & Restaurant

3.9(11,974 reviews)· expensive

Destination featuring a Mediterranean restaurant, a tapas bar, a terrace & a nightclub.

El Retiro Park, P.º de Panamá, 1, Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain

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Mercado de San Fernando

4.4(14,070 reviews)

Bustling market with stands selling everything from produce & butchered meats to clothes & books.

C. de Embajadores, 41, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

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Circolo Popolare Madrid

4.8(21,177 reviews)

Paseo de la Castellana 89, Pl. Pablo Ruiz Picasso, 1, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid, Spain

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El Tigre Sidra Bar

4.2(26,568 reviews)· inexpensive

Casual watering hole with a nostalgic feel serving traditional small plates & cocktails.

C. de las Infantas, 23, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain

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Interesting facts

Madrid is the highest capital city in the European Union.
The city has over 15,000 trees along its main avenues.
El Oso y el Madroño (The Bear and the Strawberry Tree) is the symbol of Madrid, featuring on its coat of arms.

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