Start your day with churros and hot chocolate at this iconic Madrid establishment, open daily from 6:00am to 1:00am, perfect for an authentic Spanish breakfast experience.
Explore one of the world’s premier art museums housing works by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. It’s open 10:00am to 8:00pm Tuesday to Sunday, closed Mondays, perfect for a deep dive into classic art.
Enjoy a variety of gourmet tapas from different vendors in this vibrant market. Open until midnight, it's great for sampling Iberian ham, seafood, and local wines.
Visit the impressive Royal Palace, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, open 10:00am to 8:00pm, showcasing royal armory and stunning interiors.
Dine at the world’s oldest restaurant which serves traditional Castilian cuisine including roast suckling pig. Open daily 1:00pm-11:30pm, reservations recommended.
Visit Spain’s national museum of 20th-century art, home to Picasso’s Guernica. Open 10:00am-9:00pm Tuesday to Saturday and 10:00am-7:00pm Sundays, closed Mondays.
If it’s Sunday, explore Madrid’s famous open-air flea market; otherwise, enjoy a relaxing stroll or rowboat rental in Retiro Park, open daily from 6:00am to 10:00pm.