Are you one of those people who are passionate with museums, with art and with culture? Are you one of those people who prefer spending a day in a cultural center meeting people and socializing with the locals instead of drinking beers in some bar? Are you one of those people who appreciate a sunny day in the park reading a book? Are you one of those people who get crazy excited to learn and to adjust into a city’s life & culture even if it’s for a few days?! If you have answered “yes” in more than two of those questions, I guess that’s the right page to be!
Many people believe that when you’re only traveling to one place, without having the chance to live in it you cannot really understand and be a part of its culture; agreed… adjusting into a new culture it’s not the easiest thing, but with a few local suggestions you might get at least a good glimpse of it! Below I’ve prepared a list of activities and things to do while visiting the capital of Spain, Madrid. Feel free to go off the beaten track and explore places and things that will help you broaden your horizons and learn new things about the Spanish culture.
Do not miss the chance to visit some of the capitals’ cultural centers, to join their activities, to participate in their weekly projects, to make new friends, or even to learn Spanish!
La Tabacalera, from the Tobacco Factory to the Self Organised Social Center
28012, Calle de Embajadores, 53, 28012 Madrid, Ισπανία
El Matadero, Madrid
Legazpi - Matadero, 28045 Madrid, Spain
MediaLab Prado, the citizen’s cultural lab
Calle de la Alameda, 15, 28014 Madrid, Ισπανία
La Neomudéjar, a contemporary arts center
Calle de Antonio Nebrija, 28007 Madrid, ΙσπανίαExplore the city’s food markets and taste the authentic Spanish cuisine! Pure and fresh ingredients coming from the Spanish land, combined with chorizo and jamon will guarantee you an amazing culinary experience!
Mercado de Maravillas, Madrid
Mercado de Maravillas, Calle de Bravo Murillo, 122, 28020 Madrid, Ισπανία
Mercado de San Fernando, Madrid
Calle de Embajadores, 41, 28012 Madrid, Ισπανία
Mercado de San Miguel, Madrid
Mercado de San Miguel, 28005 Madrid, SpainVisit some of the most significant museums and admire artworks made by famous artists such as Picasso!
Visit the Prado Museum
Paseo del Prado, s/n, 28014 Madrid, Spain
Museo Reina Sofia
Calle de Santa Isabel, 52, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Conde Duque exhibition halls
Conde Duque, 28015 Madrid, Spain
Visit the ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration
C. de Amaniel, 31, 28015 Madrid, Spain
Royal Palace, Madrid
Calle de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, Spain
Visit the Thyssen Museum in Madrid
Paseo del Prado, 8, 28014 Madrid, SpainGrab a book and spend your day under a tree in one of the city’s green paradise. Rent a bike and roam through the park while avoiding the crowded shopping streets and noise!
El Retiro - Jardines del Buen Retiro de Madrid
Parque de El Retiro, 28009 Madrid, EspañaExplore some of the city’s alternative neighborhoods, have a street “botellon” with your friends and pay visit to the small and local bars that are usually well hidden in the city’s narrow streets!
El Rastro market, Madrid
Calle de la Ribera de Curtidores, s/n, 28005 Madrid, Spain
Malasaña, Madrid
Calle de Antonio Grilo, 1, 28015 Madrid, Spain
Lavapies, Madrid
Lavapiés, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Plaza de Dos de Mayo, Madrid
Dos de Mayo Plaza, Plaza Dos de Mayo, S/N, 28004 Madrid, Ισπανία
Chueca square, Madrid
Chueca, 28004 Madrid, Spain
Barrio de las Letras, Madrid
C. del Infante, 4, 28014 Madrid, SpainNot happy yet? Rent a car and visit the cities surrounding Madrid! Toledo, Segovia, Salamanca & Avila offer great getaways and guarantee you a medieval experience that you won’t ever forget!
Old Town, Toledo
Toledo, Spain
Plaza Mayor de Salamanca
Plaza del Corrillo, 37002 Salamanca, Spain
The Aqueduct of Segovia
Plaza del Azoguejo, 1, 40001 Segovia, Spain
The Cathedral of Ávila
Plaza de la Catedral, 8, 05001 Ávila, SpainBe alternative in Madrid and enjoy the city’s awesome life ! Enjoy!
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