Things to do in Madrid for couples
Madrid’s Botanical Garden, the Babel of the plant world
Madrid’s Botanical Garden, dating from 1755, is home to exotic plants and trees from every corner of the planet.
What to see in San Martín de Valdeiglesias and the nearby area
The western part of the Community of Madrid is perhaps the least well-known area of the region. San Martín de Valdeiglesias is near the border with Ávila and Toledo provinces, in the Sierra Oeste, and this small town is hugely popular in summer because there’s masses for tourists to do, as you’ll see in this blog post!
The San Antón Market. Chueca’s culinary epicentre
Since its renovation and reopening in 2011, the San Antón Market has become the epicentre of good gastronomy in the Chueca area of Madrid.
El Capricho Park: Madrid’s very own Versailles
El Capricho Park, spanning 14 hectares, lies next to the Alameda de Osuna neighbourhood and is one of the most charming parks in Madrid.
The Sabatini Gardens: the newest garden in Madrid’s Royal Palace
Located at the foot of the north façade of the Royal Palace, this French-inspired green space is one of the best places to watch the sun go down in the Spanish capital.
What to see in Aranjuez
El Real Sitio y Villa de Aranjuez, el espacio de recreo preferido de Felipe II y de los reyes Borbones, es una escapada imprescindible.
East of the Palace, Plaza de Oriente
Madrid’s Plaza de Oriente, where you can watch life go by from under a magnolia tree or recall the prince and princess’s shy kiss on the balcony of the Royal Palace.
Hiking in Madrid: two simple yet wild routes
The outskirts of Madrid are home to beautiful and varied landscapes where you can connect with nature less than an hour away from the city by car
San Ildefonso Market: take a foodie break
San Ildefonso Market—where gastronomy is the star—makes a delightful stop during a day out shopping in Calle Fuencarral.
Paseo del Prado: a boulevard of art and culture
The Paseo del Prado, or the Paseo del Arte, is one of Madrid’s most historical boulevards. A large part of the capital’s art and culture is concentrated along this one-kilometre stretch.