What to see in Madrid Centro
Madrid Gay Pride, the biggest pride event in Europe
To kick off the summer in style, Madrid wraps itself in the multi-coloured flag and celebrates Gay Pride.
Things to do in Madrid for couples: enjoy the city’s magic
Madrid is awash with romantic places for giving your partner the perfect surprise.
The curtain is raised: a tour of Madrid’s theatres
For more information on theatre shows and premieres in the capital, we recommend visiting the official theatre calendar of the City Council of Madrid.
Museo Reina Sofía: contemporary art and renewed vigour
The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, part of Madrid’s Paseo del Arte, invites you on a journey through the world of contemporary art with painters such as Picasso, Dalí and Miró.
The Fuente de Neptuno, an Atlético de Madrid icon with a Real Madrid past
A result of urban remodelling undertaken on the orders of Charles III, la Fuente de Neptuno is nowadays associated with celebrations by supporters of Atlético de Madrid.
Calle Preciados, Madrid’s main shopping street
Calle Preciados is Spain’s second most expensive shopping street. Beyond just shopping, it’s famous for its street performances and culinary offer.
Madrid’s traditional food always comes with a spoon
Where to eat the best cocido or the finest callos? The traditional food of Madrid takes the world by storm, always with a spoon, whilst indulging in churros and chocolate or a deep-fried calamari roll
Tapas in Madrid, a tasty ‘sport’ with a long history
Squirreled away in the Spanish capital, you’ll find lots of different areas where you can practice the art of ‘tapeo’, a culinary and social experience that will give you a taste of all of the regions of Spain.
Nightlife in Madrid: legendary parties in the capital that never sleeps
Un estudio consideró en 2017 a la capital de España como la mejor ciudad del mundo para salir de fiesta.
Shopping in Madrid. The best commercial districts
Madrid has become one of Europe’s top shopping destinations, attracting visitors who love finding big name brands alongside shops selling handcrafted goods.