THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Madrid
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Things to Do in Madrid
Book a cultural tour for access to museums, the Royal Palace of Madrid, and day trips to Toledo. Fuel up on food (tapas, anyone?) before checking out the nightlife. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Day Tripsfromper adultAU$129
Private and Luxuryfromper adultAU$133
Theatre Showsfromper adultAU$47- fromper adultAU$150
Half-day Toursfromper adultAU$109- fromper adultAU$167
- fromper adultAU$200
Private and Luxuryfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$87
Cooking Classesfromper adultAU$198
Likely To Sell Outfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$54
Toledo & Segovia day trips
Tapas & wine walks
Scenic park with lush gardens, vibrant rose displays, and a large lake for rowboat activities. Enjoy the tranquility, statues, fountains, and seasonal street performers amidst picturesque trails.
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Spanning medieval to mid-20th-century art, this museum showcases important Spanish masterpieces, with highlights including "Las Meninas" and a serene botanical garden.
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Historic palace showcasing grand interiors, ornate decorations, and royal history through guided audio tours, with highlights like the throne room.
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Arenas & Stadiums
Admission tickets from AU$71
Stadium tour centreed on a trophy room filled with historic accolades and interactive displays, with opportunities for fan photos and merchandise.
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Flea & Street Markets
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Admission tickets from AU$48
Vibrant 2km promenade lined with architectural marvels and a blend of historical and contemporary shopping and dining venues. Ideal for leisurely strolls and cultural immersion.
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Speciality Museums
Historic Sites
Historic 16th-century square, brimming with lively ambiance and classical architecture. Enjoy live music, tapas, and people-watching amidst local entertainers and seasonal festivities.
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Art Museums
Delve into Spanish modernism through a curated collection of works by Picasso, Dali, and Miro, including the iconic "Guernica." Explore 20th-century history and culture in the evocative exhibits.
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Ancient Ruins
Authentic Egyptian temple in a tranquil park setting, complete with hieroglyphs and second-century artifacts. Ideal for history buffs, with picturesque sunset views and cultural insights.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Central square pulsating with historical landmarks, vibrant shopping, and dining scenes. Iconic for its Kilometre Zero marker and statues; a hub for metropolitan exploration and cultural events.
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What travellers are saying
- Theo079The Hague, The Netherlands132 contributionsNice park if Madrid's traffic and pollution gets to you. Huge pond where you can rent a rowing boat. Don't know if i would be so romantic...Written 28 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anna NanceRaleigh, NC18 contributionsAmazing museum for families, we went with and 11 year old and a 13 year old and they both enjoyed it very much, especially for an art museum. We saw many famous paintings (And, no offense to the extremely talented artists, a couple funny ones). Highly recommend!Written 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mayra VSan Juan, Puerto Rico13 contributionsExcellent experience! It’s the largest palace in Europe and full of history. Very well preserved and secure place. A must see point when visiting Madrid.Written 4 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bridget NMitchelstown, Ireland64 contributionsWe did the tour a few days ago. We opted for the guided tour, in English, and it was money well spent. Our guide was excellent (I wish I could remember his name) and very knowledgeable on his subject. I’m not a soccer fan, my husband is, but I really enjoyed the tour. The tour itself was nearly 2 hours long. I think there was about 16 people in our group and that was the perfect size.Written 23 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ZAYGON62 contributionsA place to go! I eat in at least 4 places and was amazing food! The only thing is that no one have at least some soft drinks!!!Written 2 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sally K54 contributionsMadrid is beautiful & clean but Gran Via takes it to another whole new level..! Firstly the buildings and architecture are stunning! You'll want to take pictures of every building ( I hope your phones can handle all that picture taking..) because every building is unique and beautiful! They are very well maintained, spacious walkways with many people/ tourists and nice sounvenir shops. Many shops and restaurants too..! One word.., "Amazing!"Written 5 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- swiftmiKnoxville, TN1,412 contributionsI enjoyed this art museum. It has a nice collection of art and is fairly easy to walk through to enjoy the art. We spent a couple hours which was sufficient for us.Written 10 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ZAYGON62 contributionsNice Plaza with a lot of people! It’s christmas but Puerta del Sol is better! Is a place to go but for me wasn’t that great!!Written 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- oenogal1Vancouver, Canada180 contributions
