Madrid has plenty to offer for any traveller. Check out our top picks:
- Visit the Prado Museum, which has one of the world's greatest collections of European art, including works by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco.
- Explore the historic city center, which is home to many well-preserved buildings and streets, including the Royal Palace and the Plaza Mayor.
- Visit the Reina Sofia Museum, which has a collection of 20th-century art, including works by Salvador Dalí and Pablo Picasso.
- Take a stroll through the Retiro Park, a beautiful public park with gardens, lakes, and sculptures.
- Visit the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, which has a large collection of European art from the 13th to the 20th century.
- Visit the Sorolla Museum, which has a collection of works by the famous Spanish Impressionist Joaquín Sorolla.
- Take a day trip to the nearby towns of Toledo, known for its medieval architecture and El Escorial, known for the Royal Palace and its historical significance.
- Visit the Royal Theatre, which is home to the Royal Ballet of Spain and the National Opera.
- Take a tour of the Gran Vía, a famous street in the city center known for its shopping and entertainment.
- Visit the Mercado de San Miguel, an iconic iron-and-glass market hall where you can find a variety of local food products, cheeses and fresh seafood.
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