Discover Madrid: Spain's Vibrant Capital
City of Light
Madrid sits at 667 metres altitude, home to 3.3 million residents and world-class art, food and nightlife across 21 districts.
Madrid from Sunrise to Midnight
Watch the city move: the Prado at dawn, tapas at noon, Retiro Park picnics, and Gran Vía lit up long after dark.
The Golden Triangle of Art
Three museums within a ten-minute walk hold over 20,000 works: the Prado's Velázquez and Goya, the Reina Sofía's Guernica, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection.
Free entry at the Prado from 6pm on weekdays.
| Retiro | Prado | Palace | Plaza |
| Tapas | Markets | Flamenco | Football |
| Malasaña | Chueca | Salamanca | Latina |
| Sunshine | Metro | Rooftops | Nightlife |
| Churros | Wine | Parks | Museums |
Madrid travel questions: quick answers before you go
Spring and autumn offer mild 18-24°C days. Summers hit 35°C, while December brings festive markets and clear, cold skies.
The Metro covers 13 lines and 302 stations. A single ticket costs from €1.50, and the centre is very walkable.
Yes. Try tapas in La Latina, cocido madrileño stew, churros con chocolate, and the historic San Miguel market.
Three days cover the main sights: art museums, the Royal Palace, Retiro Park, and an evening of tapas and flamenco.
