Guidebook for Madrid
Sightseeing
An Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid? Yep! You can go inside, and it's a great place to watch the sunset over the Casa de Campo and el Palacio Real!
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Templo de Debod
1 C. de FerrazAn Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid? Yep! You can go inside, and it's a great place to watch the sunset over the Casa de Campo and el Palacio Real!
A quick cable car ride will take you to the Madrid zoo, and on the way there you get to see the massive park Casa de Campo, a great place to take a walk, and get some useful information on the area!
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La Llave de Oro
6 C. de VelázquezA quick cable car ride will take you to the Madrid zoo, and on the way there you get to see the massive park Casa de Campo, a great place to take a walk, and get some useful information on the area!
A cheap and quick ride up the faro will give you the best panoramic view of all of Madrid. With informative panels so you don't miss out on anything, and air-conditioned to fight against the heat!!
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Faro de Moncloa
A cheap and quick ride up the faro will give you the best panoramic view of all of Madrid. With informative panels so you don't miss out on anything, and air-conditioned to fight against the heat!!
El Retiro's little brother, less packed and just as beautiful, this park is perfect for a walk away from the heat or picnics by its mini river. A really popular place for running too!
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Templo de Debod
1 C. de FerrazEl Retiro's little brother, less packed and just as beautiful, this park is perfect for a walk away from the heat or picnics by its mini river. A really popular place for running too!
The heart of Madrid, this is no place to miss. You'll be able to visit the iconic Oso y el Madroño statue, km 0 and la casa de correos, all key points to any visit to madrid!
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Sol station
The heart of Madrid, this is no place to miss. You'll be able to visit the iconic Oso y el Madroño statue, km 0 and la casa de correos, all key points to any visit to madrid!
One of Madrid's main plaza, and home to it's biggest christmas market. Often times there are stands selling souvenirs and knick-knacks, as well as concerts and other events in the summer time.
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Plaza Mayor
Plaza MayorOne of Madrid's main plaza, and home to it's biggest christmas market. Often times there are stands selling souvenirs and knick-knacks, as well as concerts and other events in the summer time.
Another essential place in any visit to Madrid, Plaza de España is a great place to rest tired feet and admire the view after a day full of sight-seeing.
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Plaza de España
Plaza de EspañaAnother essential place in any visit to Madrid, Plaza de España is a great place to rest tired feet and admire the view after a day full of sight-seeing.
Madrid's own version of Broadway, Gran Vía is a must-visit if you're here! you could catch the Rey León Musical or visit the biggest Zara in Madrid, it's up to you!
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Gran Vía
Calle Gran VíaMadrid's own version of Broadway, Gran Vía is a must-visit if you're here! you could catch the Rey León Musical or visit the biggest Zara in Madrid, it's up to you!
One of the lesser-known churches of Madrid, but bound to impress. The ceiling is covered in beautiful paintings, definitely worth a visit!
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Iglesia de San Antonio de Los Alemanes
22 C. de la PueblaOne of the lesser-known churches of Madrid, but bound to impress. The ceiling is covered in beautiful paintings, definitely worth a visit!
Home to the late Duchess of Alba, this palace has some great artwork and beautiful gardens.
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Palacio de Liria
20 Calle de la PrincesaHome to the late Duchess of Alba, this palace has some great artwork and beautiful gardens.
Shopping
Spain's biggest department store is right around the corner, and guaranteed to have pretty much anything you can think of. This is a fantastic place to buy good quality souvenirs to take back home!
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El Corte Inglés Seguros Correduría
2 Pl. del CallaoSpain's biggest department store is right around the corner, and guaranteed to have pretty much anything you can think of. This is a fantastic place to buy good quality souvenirs to take back home!
Some of the trendiest stores are on this street, which will lead you straight to Gran Vía and Sol. A great route to take if you're looking for a unique souvenir!
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Calle de Fuencarral
Calle de FuencarralSome of the trendiest stores are on this street, which will lead you straight to Gran Vía and Sol. A great route to take if you're looking for a unique souvenir!
Arts & Culture
Be sure to catch a show here! With a varied offer of theatre, cinema, music and more. One of the highlights is probably the outdoor cinema, a great for spending a summer evening!
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Centro Cultural Conde Duque station
Be sure to catch a show here! With a varied offer of theatre, cinema, music and more. One of the highlights is probably the outdoor cinema, a great for spending a summer evening!
Food Scene
Grab some good, typical Spanish food in this restaurant, on the same block as the apartment! In a completely traditional setting, and some rare dishes you won't find at most tourist venues!
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El Tendido
20 C. de Andrés MelladoGrab some good, typical Spanish food in this restaurant, on the same block as the apartment! In a completely traditional setting, and some rare dishes you won't find at most tourist venues!
If you're tired of jamón serrano and sangría (is it possible?!) this is probably one of the best sushi places around. Great quality-price ratio and a trendy restaurant make this place one of my faves!
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Sushita Café
52 C. de Alberto AguileraIf you're tired of jamón serrano and sangría (is it possible?!) this is probably one of the best sushi places around. Great quality-price ratio and a trendy restaurant make this place one of my faves!
Are you missing some tex-mex? Probably the most authentic burrito bar in Madrid, this place makes delicious cheap mexican food and margaritas for when you've got the craving!
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Tierra Burrito Bar
30 C. de SagastaAre you missing some tex-mex? Probably the most authentic burrito bar in Madrid, this place makes delicious cheap mexican food and margaritas for when you've got the craving!
Starbucks
43 Calle de FuencarralFree wi-fi and coffee just like at home!
If you're looking for a place to try Madrid's most authentic Chocolate con Churros, this is the place to go!
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Chocolate caliente y churros en Chocolatería San Ginés
5 Pasadizo de San GinésIf you're looking for a place to try Madrid's most authentic Chocolate con Churros, this is the place to go!
One of Madrid's oldest cafés, this is a great place for a break from too much sightseeing!
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Café Comercial
7 Glorieta de BilbaoOne of Madrid's oldest cafés, this is a great place for a break from too much sightseeing!
Essentials
One of the many supermarkets right by the house!
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Carrefour Express
17 C. de HortalezaOne of the many supermarkets right by the house!
Drinks & Nightlife
One of Madrid's most popular places for going out, this plaza is full of trendy bars for a quick tinto de verano or caña on a hot summer night.
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Plaza del Dos de Mayo
Plaza del Dos de MayoOne of Madrid's most popular places for going out, this plaza is full of trendy bars for a quick tinto de verano or caña on a hot summer night.
The very gay-friendly Chueca is probably one of the most fun places to go out in Madrid. You'll see some real characters, and all in all have a great time.
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Chueca station
The very gay-friendly Chueca is probably one of the most fun places to go out in Madrid. You'll see some real characters, and all in all have a great time.