Day 1: Exploring the Historic Center
Madrid, the vibrant capital city of Spain, offers a wealth of cultural experiences and attractions. If you have
Just in case you will have only three days to dedicate to exploring Madrid, here is the guide that will allow the most of it.
1. It Is Recommended to Begin with a Visit to the Royal Palace
The first place to visit in Madrid is the Royal Palace or Palacio Real. This magnificent
The beautiful construction of the palace and the newly designed exquisite gardens give visitors a feel of premodern Spanish Monarchy.
It would also be utterly disastrous not to mention the marvellous Throne Room and the Royal Armory.
2. Stroll Through the Prado Museum
After the palace, you are not leaving Madrid without visiting the famous Prado Museum. This highly famous museum boasts holdings in the fields of fine arts, history, science, and technology.
Art and classic works of art of Europe, their artists like the Spanish artists, Velázquez, Spanish Goya and the master painter, El Greco. Take your time to
appreciate the great works and get acquainted with the great Spanish art works and culture.
3. Enjoy Tapas in La Latina
In the evening go to the working yard of Madrid called La Latina, where almost every bar offer good tapas.
Stroll along the medieval streets withal the numerous bars and restaurants and try some of the Spanish specialties, such
patatas bravas, tortilla española, and jamón ibérico.
4. Wander around Retiro Park
After lunch go out for a walk, and if you feel like it go to the Retiro Park which is one of the lovely park areas in Madrid. Rent a
fish in the park’s rowboat, go out for a paddle on the park’s lake, take a tour around the famous Crystal Palace or spend time strolling around beautiful gardens and woods.
tranquil atmosphere.
Day 2: Discovering Art and Culture
1. Visit the Reina Sofia Museum
On the second day of your Spanish vacation, take your time in the Reina Sofia Museum; it houses modern and
contemporary art. Without doubt, the museum is most famous for being the home of Picasso’s painting, Guernica. Explore the
large variety of artworks and get to know art in Spain on a deeper level.
2. Explore the Retiro District
After the museum, go for the sightseeing in the Retiro district. Return to the beautiful El Retiro Park and more explore it fully
dark alleys and look for weird picture taking places. Go for a trot through Madrid on the Calle de Alcala, one of the city’s wide boulevards.
and admire the elegant architecture.
3. Indulge in Spanish Cuisine
What would be a dining experience like in Madrid? For dinner go to Mercado de San Miguel.
the oldest functioning covered market in Spain which serves Spanish food and drinks. Try some fresh seafood,
serviced with artistic and scrumptious gourmet tapas and accompanied by local wine.
Day 3: Uncovering Madrid’s Charm
1. Visit the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Have your last day in Madrid begun by visiting Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum which is not far from Prado Museum. This
unique art museum storage of huge number of European artwork brings you through the various periods.
artistic movements.
2. Explore the Gran Via
Subsequently, take a walk around Gran Via which is Madrid’s equivalent of the Oxford Street. Admire the stunning
design or structure of the buildings, goes to the well-lit shops, and take a break to enjoy a cup of coffee in one of the beautiful coffee shops along.
the way.
3. Experience Flamenco
Finish your signed tour in Madrid with a spellbinding flamenco show. Go to one of the great flamenco halls, for example
Corral de la Morería or Cardamomo, for an authentic and unforgettable experience. Let the powerful music and
Moving flamenco recaptulate you to the essence of Spanish spirit.
Of course, all these are just a few ideas to allow you design an entertaining three day break in Madrid. Remember to take
also take a few hours to just people watch, feel the jovial and vibrant mood of the city and find the places you like in the city on your own.
Madrid has a great deal to do and ensure you are going to have good time during your tour.
