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Since 24 November, we’ve been able to see the capital all lit up, shop windows advertising Christmas, and the centre of Madrid teeming with people flocking to the traditional stalls in search of Christmas decorations.
Today we’ve put together 5 original ideas for things to do in Madrid to kick off December in the most fun and unique way possible.
The Christmas lights in Madrid will be switched on on 24 November and will be lit for 256 hours – no more, no less – although it is true that, whilst they will be on for longer, they will consume less energy.
Madrid Río is a vast leisure and cultural hub, not only because of the historic monuments and leisure and cultural facilities it houses, but also because it serves as a vantage point from which to admire and experience Madrid’s historic sights.
In autumn, Madrid comes alive with warm colours and incredible sunsets, and there are plenty of unmissable things to do. Shall we get started? Take note!
SLEEP'N Atocha has been awarded the Travelife for Hotels & Accommodations Gold Certification.
I’m sure you’ve heard of Madrid’s Parque del Oeste, but not by the name that really describes it: the rose garden.
El Capricho Park in the Alameda de Osuna, part of Madrid’s artistic and natural heritage.
August is the month when many people in Madrid take the opportunity to go on holiday. The ‘lucky ones’ who stay behind have a whole range of experiences to enjoy with fewer people around, no queues and no rush. Those who leave don’t know what they’re missing.
The San Juan Reservoir, Madrid’s beach. Photograph by Nicolás Vigier.
Well, as the song by The Refrescos (1989) goes, Madrid may not have a beach, but it does have reservoirs, rivers and natural pools that could well pass for one. Do you know where they are? Here, we show you the best ‘beaches’ in Madrid – even if there isn’t actually one.
