WHAT TO DO IN MADRID?
VISIT MADRID
The heart of Madrid and the ultimate meeting point. Here you will find the famous Kilometer Zero, the origin of all radial roads in Spain, and the iconic clock that marks the New Year's Eve chimes. (You will find the famous statue of the bear and the strawberry tree).
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Historic square with elegant columned architecture, setting for markets, celebrations and events since the 17th century. Surrounded by terraces where you can enjoy a coffee or a traditional squid sandwich.
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Official residence of the Spanish monarchy, although nowadays it is used for State ceremonies. Impresses with its Baroque architecture and luxurious interiors, with privileged views of the Sabatini Gardens and Campo del Moro.
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Facing the Royal Palace, it combines Neoclassical and Neo-Gothic styles, with an impressive crypt and views from its dome.
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Between the Bank of Spain and the Post Office stands the Roman goddess with lions, whose fountain was made in 1782. Beneath it lies the armored chamber of the Bank of Spain, which is part of a unique security mechanism.
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Emblematic building on Gran Vía, inaugurated in 1911 with an elegant French-style facade. Its black dome decorated with gold leaves and the statue that crowns it make it one of Madrid's most photographed architectural icons.
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Inaugurated in 1778, this was one of the old 5 royal gates that gave access to the city of Madrid. It stands in front of Retiro Park.
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Historic 17th-century garden in the heart of Madrid, with tree-lined walks, a pond, Crystal Palace and artistic corners.
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Neoclassical monument from the 18th century located on Paseo del Prado. It represents the god of the sea with his trident on a chariot drawn by sea horses, surrounded by dolphins and seals. It is one of Madrid's symbols and a celebration point for Atlético Madrid fans.
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Historic tree-lined boulevard connecting some of Madrid's most important museums and monuments, including the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofía. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it combines culture, gardens and emblematic fountains such as Cibeles and Neptune.
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Considered one of the most important art galleries in the world, it houses masterpieces of European art, with special emphasis on Spanish painters such as Velázquez, Goya and El Greco.
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Contemporary and modern art center, famous for housing Picasso's Guernica, as well as works by Dalí, Miró and other great Spanish artists of the 20th century.
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Museum that completes the Madrid "Art Triangle", with a collection spanning from the Renaissance to modern art, including European painting from masters such as Caravaggio, Rubens and Van Gogh.
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