Things to do in Madrid

As evening blankets the city, Madrid takes on a special kind of magic. With the sunset in Madrid comes a carefree leaving-behind of the busy day. In its place comes an atmosphere of fun and festivities. Terraces and outdoor hangouts all around the capital fill to capacity every evening as locals sip drinks and chat […]

Cosmopolitan, colorful and teeming with vibrant Spanish culture, Madrid is basically the perfect place to throw a party. And when it comes to bachelorette parties, you can’t get much better! The Spanish capital is the ideal place for any bride-to-be to have one last hurrah before the big day. From world-class food and drink to […]

Sunday is one of the best days to enjoy all that Madrid has to offer. Sure, you might not get any errands done, but that’s what weekdays are for! Weekends, and especially Sundays, are for enjoying life as only a madrileño knows how. In fact, Sundays in Madrid give you the chance to enjoy the city at […]

Whether you’re into rock, jazz, hip hop, flamenco, or anything in between, Madrid’s live music scene offers something for everyone. Here are the hottest venues in town where you can catch a show! Apart from the many incredible flamenco spots in the city, live music venues across Madrid regularly host performances by up-and-coming artists, household […]

Madrid is packed with amazing art museums, world-renowned wine, century-old markets and perfectly manicured parks. It is also packed with tourists: millions of them in an average year, to be exact. And that means a day of sight seeing in Madrid often means long lines, crowded bars and packed plazas. But never fear—it is possible to […]

This blog post was originally posted on February 10, 2014 and was updated on January 9, 2023. Looking to make the most of your time in Madrid, without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered! If you’re like us and  burned through the bulk of your travel money over the holidays, cancel that pricey flight […]

The most unique tours in Madrid show you a side of the city many visitors never get to see. From peeking into Spain’s dramatic past to getting a great workout on a fun bike tour, there’s an experience for everyone. Plenty of travelers can claim to have taken a guided tour through the Prado or […]

Narrow cobbled streets lined with overflowing tapas bars, world-class museums brimming with Spanish masterpieces, pristinely manicured parks packed with picnickers… Madrid is a city that’s hard not to love. While a guidebook or a quick Google search will tell you what buildings to look at or which squares to stroll through, to really get to […]

Without a doubt, Madrid is a museum lover’s dream come true, offering something for just about everyone. If you want to dig a little deeper into the cultural side of the Spanish capital, you’ve come to the right place. Read on to discover the top museums in Madrid and how to make the most of […]