We propose a series of places that all visitors should see during their stay in the Spanish capital.
Points of interest
Palacio Real
Previously used as the official residence of the Spanish royal family, today it’s one of Madrid’s main tourist landmarks, also hosting State affairs such as diplomatic meetings and official events. The palace’s origins date from the Ninth century and in its spectacular interior visitors can see the legacy of artists such as Giaquinto, Tiepolo, Mengs, Bayeu and Maella.
We propose a series of places that all visitors should see during their stay in the Spanish capital.
Points of interest
Plaza Mayor
Designed by various architects, among them Juan de Herrera and Juan Gómez de Mora, this square has hosted all kinds of events throughout its history, being used as a market, bullring, auto de fe location, execution site, beatification site, etc. Today, it’s one of Madrid’s most important tourist points of interest, home to many restaurants and bars with terraces. Its Christmas market is one of the most famous in the city.
We propose a series of places that all visitors should see during their stay in the Spanish capital.
Points of interest
Teatro Real
Located in Plaza de Oriente, in front of Palacio Real, it’s considered as one of Europe’s most important venues for theatre and opera. Inaugurated on November 19th 1850, it was built combining Neoclassicism and Eclecticism.
We propose a series of places that all visitors should see during their stay in the Spanish capital.
Points of interest
El Rastro
This great outdoor flea market is set up every Sunday morning and on holidays between 9.00 a.m. and 3.00 p.m. in the Embajadores district. In its more than 3,500 stalls, you can find everything you can think of, including books, music records, antiques, furniture, radios, stamps…
We propose a series of places that all visitors should see during their stay in the Spanish capital.
Points of interest
La Latina
One of Madrid’s most traditional districts and a favourite amongst locals for tapas due to the many restaurants, bars and taverns concentrated around charming streets and squares such as Cava Baja, Cava Alta, Plaza de la Cebada and Plaza de la Paja. La Latina is where the festival of the Virgin of La Paloma takes place every 15th of August, along with its traditional street party (verbena).
We propose a series of places that all visitors should see during their stay in the Spanish capital.
Points of interest
Puerta del Sol
One of Madrid’s most famous places thanks to the clock located on top of the Casa de Correos building which is where people gather every New Year’s Eve to welcome in the new year. The famous statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree can also be found on this square, a representation of the city’s coat of arms. Lastly, since 1950, the famous Kilómetro Cero is also located here, the starting point of all Spanish radial roads.
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