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Sorolla Museum
Ranked #1 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Art Museums; Historic Sites; History Museums
A small, lesser-known museum with an excellent collection of Spanish post-impressionist and early 20th-century art.
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Ranked #2 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Museums; Art Museums
Owner description: The Prado has one of the largest art collections in the world, and is best known for its diverse assortment of works by... more » Owner description: The Prado has one of the largest art collections in the world, and is best known for its diverse assortment of works by Velasquez, Goya and El Greco. « less
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Ranked #3 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Parks; Architectural Buildings; Bodies of Water; Gardens
Peaceful urban park centered around a beautiful lake.
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Ranked #4 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Museums; Art Museums

Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza http://www.museot...   Paseo del Prado, 8 Tel: (+34) 914-203-944 Metro: Banco de España Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm. Closed Mondays... more »

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Ranked #5 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Art Museums; Historic Sites
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Ranked #6 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #7 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Sports Complexes

Here are three websites that give information about the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium: http://www.stadiu... http://www.realma... http://www.madrid...  The last website also offers a... more »

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Ranked #8 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #9 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Art Museums

Lazaro Galdiano Museum Dr. Jose Lazaro Galdiano lived from 1862 to 1947. He was an intellectual, financier, publisher and book lover. He accumulated more than 20,000 books. He... more »

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Ranked #10 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Performances; Dinner Theatres
Owner description: Corral de la Moreria, the most famous tablao flamenco in the world. Special award: To the best "Tablao Flamenco of the World"... more » Owner description: Corral de la Moreria, the most famous tablao flamenco in the world. Special award: To the best "Tablao Flamenco of the World" in Las Minas International Foundation (the most prestigious flamenco festival of Spain). Selected by: The book "1000 places to see before you die", the New York Times No. 1 best seller, ranked in the third place, along with the Museum of El Prado and the Royal Palace of Spain. Selected by: The "Michelin Guide 2011" for the fifth year in a row. « less
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Ranked #11 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites; Art Museums
Luxurious, over-the-top rococo palace with over 2,000 opulently gilded rooms.
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Ranked #12 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Neighbourhoods; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Poshest, most conservative section of Madrid was developed through the investments of the Marquis of Salamanca.
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Ranked #13 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #14 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #15 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #16 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Museums
A postmodern art gallery, it also exhibits retrospectives of artists from earlier time periods.
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Ranked #17 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #18 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Monuments/ Statues
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Ranked #19 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Metro : El Capricho (L5) Bus: 101, 105, 151
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Ranked #20 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites

The Basilica of San Francisco el Grande Near the Royal Palace, there is the Basilica of San Francisco el Grande, which is dedicated to Our Lady of the Angels. The exterior of the... more »

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Ranked #21 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Monuments/ Statues

Puerta de Alcala The Puerta de Alcala is a huge gate that is a monument in the Plaza de la Independencia, close to the El Retiro Park. It was built by Carlos III in 1778 and is... more »

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Ranked #22 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Art Museums

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia (MNCARS) http://www.museor... Santa Isabel, 52 Plaza del Emperador Carlos V Tel: (+34) 917-741-000 Metro: Atocha Opening Hours: Monday to... more »

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Ranked #23 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Museums

The Romantic Museum closed in 2001 while it was being renovated. It reopened in 2009. The museum was created by Benigno de la Vega-Inclan, the second Marques de la Vega-Inclan, in... more »

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Ranked #24 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Performances
Owner description: El Cortijo is perfect for a cultural night out. At only 15 minutes from the heart of Madrid, its typical Andalusian ambiance... more » Owner description: El Cortijo is perfect for a cultural night out. At only 15 minutes from the heart of Madrid, its typical Andalusian ambiance transports its guests to a romantic Spain where the sun always shines and where gypsies dance in colourful dresses to the rythms of the flamenco guitar. Watch our top class flamenco show while dining on traditional Spanish dishes made with the freshest ingredients, washed down with the finest Spanish wines and beers. « less
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Ranked #25 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Fountains

One of the most important fountains in Madrid - the Fountain of Cibeles - is found in the Plaza de Cibeles where the Paseo de Recoletos meets the Paseo del Prado and the Calle de... more »

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Ranked #26 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Libraries
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Ranked #27 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Huge plaza packed with cafes, bars and tourists.
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Ranked #28 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Art Museums

Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando   Calle Alcala, 13  Tel: 915-240-864 Bellas Artes   Hours:  Tuseday to Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00 h, including holidays. Closed on Monday... more »

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Ranked #29 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: National Parks; Symphonies
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Ranked #30 of 296 attractions in Madrid
Category: Monuments/ Statues
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