Welcome to Madrid
History, gastronomy, shopping and more
Plaza Mayor
A must-see stop to appreciate the immensity in the heart of the city. Under its porticoes, you’ll find shops specializing in numismatics and philately, along with bars offering the typical calamari sandwich.
Puerta del Sol and Gran Vía
Kilometer Zero, located in Puerta del Sol, is the city’s heart and the beginning of all roads in Spain. From its square, walking through the pedestrian streets of Preciados, El Carmen, or La Montera, leads you to the lively atmosphere of Gran Vía.
Royal Palace and La Almudena Cathedral
Every first Wednesday of the month, you can witness the changing of the guard. The Royal Palace is the largest in Europe in terms of size and houses numerous artistic treasures. Next to it stands the Cathedral of Madrid, La Almudena, constructed in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Golden Triangle of Art
The Art Triangle defines the area where the city of Madrid’s most prestigious museums are found: the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. These three are located close to each other and feature permanent collections by renowned artists, along with temporary exhibitions of great cultural and artistic significance.
El Rastro
Antiques, books, clothes, paintings, furniture… The famous Rastro flea market is held outdoors every Sunday and public holiday throughout the year, covering a wide area from Plaza del Cascorro to Paseo de las Acacias.
Other places to visit…
Bernabéu Tour - Real Madrid
The Santiago Bernabéu Stadium has become a cultural highlight in the city. You can visit the field and take a tour, exploring both the club’s history and the trophies achieved in recent years.
La Latina
La Latina is a fashionable neighborhood renowned for its gastronomic diversity, where alternative and traditional cuisines converge seamlessly, especially on Sundays following a visit to El Rastro.
El Retiro Park
The Buen Retiro Park offers opportunities for strolling and enjoying nature, boat rides, or a sunset.
Barrio de Salamanca
Beyond the Puerta de Alcalá, the Salamanca District is famed for its luxury boutiques showcasing top international brands and exclusive, avant-garde designers.
Wanda Metropolitano Stadium
The Wanda Metropolitano is the stadium of Atlético de Madrid, opened in 2017. A little further from the city center, it is also open for guided or self-guided tours to explore all the details of this modern stadium.
Malasaña
Malasaña is the neighborhood of the famous Madrid countercultural movement. Around Plaza del 2 de mayo, you can see the traces of the 80s and 90s through its legendary bars, some of which have been renovated and turned into restaurants today.
