Culture of Madrid Heart of Spain and with a rich history, Madrid features a collection of museums, monuments and other attractions that will keep you busy during your visit. Start with the famous Puerta de Alcalá, relax in the Parque del Buen Retiro and admire the architecture of the wonderful Edíficio Metropolis. Puerta del Sol, Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor are also required stops. To immerse yourself in the Spanish culture, visit Las Ventas, the second largest bullring in the world that can be visited even if you do not wish to watch a show. For the most acclaimed museums of Madrid, Paseo del Prado will be your destination: Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Queen Sofia Museum make the Art Golden Triangle.
The vintage and the modern If you like to make use of your travels to bring a suitcase full of wonderful shopping, then Madrid is the right place! In Gran Vía you will find a bit of everything, including designer items and national and international offers of current fashion. Clothing, accessories, shoe and jewellery shops await you. If the vintage items are your passion, then book a Sunday to visit the El Rastro market, a real world of hidden treasures!
Relax and taste In Madrid the watchword is relax! You will find the local people together in cafes and taverns in the city, chatting and tasting his beloved wine! Enjoy the squares to rest and savor the typical tapas. You cannot leave Madrid without tasting the typical dishes: El Cocido Madrileño, a dish consisting of soup Fideos (a type of noodles) and chickpeas with vegetables and pork and Callos, cow tripe or mutton served with sausage, ham and other delicacies, all in a typical clay pot. For breakfast, indulge yourself with the wonderful hot chocolate accompanied by churros and during the day, nibble the famous ham accompanied by bread.