Madrid Travel Guide
Madrid is the capital and largest city in Spain. It is the third-largest city in the European Union. As the capital city of Spain, seat of government, and residence of the Spanish monarch, Madrid is also the political, economic, and cultural centre of Spain. Its influences in politics, education, entertainment, environment, media, fashion, science, culture, and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the world’s major global cities. Madrid has a few historical and cultural attractions for visitors, including the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Royal Theatre, the Buen Retiro Park, the National Library building containing some of Spain's historical archives, a large number of national museums, and the Golden Triangle of Art, which contains three art museums.
Here are some of the top places to visit in Madrid
1. The Prado
2. Retiro Park
3. Royal Palace
4. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
5. National Archaeological Museum
6. Puerta del Sol
7. Gran Vía
8. Plaza Mayor
9. Mercado San Miguel
10. El Rastro
Things to do in Madrid
1. Walk along the Gran Vía
2. Visit big museums and small galleries
3. Take in the city’s best views
4. Delight in the chocolate con churros at San Ginés
5. Tour the city’s parks
6. The Paseo de la Castellana, from top to bottom
7. Essential sights to see
8. Go treasure hunting in El Rastro
9. Take in a musical
10. Take a picture with ‘El Oso y el Madroño’
