Madrid

Things to see - Historical sites

Museo del Prado

One of the best museums in the world, renowned for its huge collection of great Spanish, Italian and Flemish Art.

Fitness - Good running route

Parque del Retiro

Parque del Retiro is Madrid’s Central Park. A huge park in the middle of the city, it’s a great place for runners.

Things to see - Historical Sites

Matadero

Located in the city’s former municipal slaughterhouse, this complex of 48 buildings is now a multifunctional space dedicated to art and contemporary culture.

Something you can’t get anywhere else

El Rastro

Street vendors appear every Sunday to sell second hand merchandise. You can’t imagine the choices available!

Things to see - Historical Sites

Mercado de Motores

One of Madrid’s top markets takes place in the Railway Museum. On the second weekend of every month, dozens of stalls are set up among the old train carriages and locomotives, where you can buy everything from vintage clothes and decor to organic products and classic bikes.

Things to see - Historical Sites

Barrio de las Letras

Home to great writers of the Golden Age of Spanish literature such as Cervantes and Quevedo, the Barrio de las Letras also boasts the most important museums in Madrid.

Things to see - Historical Sites

Barrio de Lavapiés

This barrio represents the fusion of peoples and cultures that Madrid has experimented with in recent years. Plenty of bars and terraces and many art galleries that have popped up in last years. Here is where our agency is located.

Things to see – Alternative Diversions

Ir de Tapas

The typical Madrid way for an afternoon’s diversion with friends is to ir de tapas. Go from one bar to another, ordering different tapas and cañas at each along the way.