Famously known as metropolitan areas with a modern twist on them, Madrid is a region that is bound to
stun with all the wonders that Spain has to offer. While the congested traffic might be annoying at
times, the city makes up for it with its tons of traditional food, buzzing social life, aesthetic
café culture, and a nightlife that you are bound to remember all your life. This buzzing hub of a
city has tons of offers for first-time visitors, and we are here to break it all down to you.
Despite its size and population, this European metropolis doesn't compromise on offering tourists
a taste of Spain. Velázquez & Goya are only two of the world-renowned painters whose works may
be seen at the Prado Museum. Open to visitors, El Rastro thrift store and Salamanca's posh boutiques
provide afternoons of retail therapy. But if you've had a long day of touring, an open-air café
near the Plaza Mayor can be a good place to relax. After recharging your batteries,
visit a tapas bar for some tasty treats before heading out to the disco.
Keep watching to get a glimpse at the top tourist attractions of Madrid
that you need to add to your bucket list and stay until the end to see one bonus location :)
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The Royal Palace of Madrid
The Royal Palace of Madrid is often referred to as the "Palacio de Oriente" for its direct range
to the Plaza de Oriente. It is the main house of the Spain Royals and serves as the country's
administrative center. The Royal Palace of Madrid is indeed the biggest on the West side of Europe
and is one of the largest in history, and it is located in the capital of Spain. In its more than
135,000 sq m plus, it has around 3,418 rooms; it has seen centuries' worth of history in Spain.
This is among the few official residences of a Head of The state that is regularly available
to the general public. Annually, about 2 million tourists come to the museum to explore its rooms,
pieces of art, and valuables, many of which are rare in the whole world.
Adults pay 10 euros ($11.70) for admission, while children aged 5 to 16 pay 5 euros ($5.80). From
October to the month of March, the "Palacio Real" is accessible from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is open
till 8 p.m. from April to September. Visitors who aren't interested in seeing the Palace's inside
may choose to see the gardens instead. Nearby, the classical Sabatini Grounds may be accessed
by a staircase on the street. You may avoid the throng at the Palace of Versailles by walking
farther down the road to Campo del Moro Fields, which are less well-known than the Palace itself.
Take the Principe Po metro station to go to Campo del Moro Garden, then the Opera or Plaza de Espana
metro stations to get to the castle. Plaza mayor
Nestled between Puerta del Sol and the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor (English: Main Square) is
a central plaza in the city of Madrid. There are three-story houses featuring porches on
both sides of the plaza, 129 meters long and 94 meters broad. Historically, it has served as a
location to gather and make public declarations. Historic sites, memorials, and other emblems
abound in this area. Nowadays, it's a pleasant spot to meander about and try a local delicacy:
the famous bocadillo de calamares. Here you will also get your fair share of sightseeing
through the famous landmarks. One is the "El Arco de Cuchilleros," secondly we have the "Casa de la
Panaderia" and lastly the stunning sculpture called "Equestrian statue of Philip III."
The square is a great place to relax with a beverage or a bite to eat, even if it's a little
pricey and touristic. There are several options for outdoor eateries. Doing this on a nice spring
day after a long day of sightseeing is ideal. Go shopping is, of course, the most apparent thing
to do on this retail strip. This street is home to the majority of high-end and high-street Spanish
labels, as well as a few foreign designers. As the archetypal Spanish department store, "El Corte
Inglés" is well worth a visit. For decades, it has been in existence and contains some of the world's
most famous brands, like Chanel & Dior. Santiago Bernabéu
Real Madrid's home ground is an attraction for visitors to one of the city's top attractions.
Since many renovations, it has been reclassified as an exceptional arena and awarded UEFA's highest
honor of 5-star rating. With seating of about 80,000, this is the second-largest
football ground in Spain. 245 VIP booths are available for purchase at Santiago Bernabeu
(after great Madrid coach Santiago Bernabeu who ruled over the team from 1943 until 1978).
Chamartin Campo was renamed Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. In 1945, work on the project officially
got underway. The stadium was inaugurated on December 14, 1947. C.F. Os Belenenses,
the reigning Portuguese champions, were the first opponents (3-1). New Estadio Chamartin was
the venue's original name. Eight years later, it was given the president of the club crest.
Both UEFA Euro finals and FIFA World Cup finals were held at Bernabéu, giving it the title of
the first European stadium to hold both a European Cup as well as a World Cup final in the same year.
The tour provides access to the impressive trophy room of the team Real Madrid, the presidential
balcony, and a tour of the specialty field, which includes the locker rooms of the touring squad.
Other amenities at the arena include a huge club store, eateries, and a retail center.
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Gran Vía
One of Madrid's greatest and major shopping avenues, the Gran Va is only a short walk
away through "Calle de Alcala." Many eateries, hotels, and theatres can be found along this busy
boulevard. "Zarzuela," a different comic opera style combining songs and traditional Spanish
guitars music – is performed at the Theater "de la Zarzuela," which is located from off the Gran
Via on Calle de Jovellanos. Gran Va has been host to Madrid's original departmental shops
and even some of the city's top entertainment venues all through the course of its lengthy
history. During the Spanish Civil War, it was referred to as the "Avenues of Mortar"; however,
later on, the name was changed to Gran Via. Gran Va is one of Madrid's major streets
and a major tourist destination, so it comes as no surprise that the neighborhood has a plethora
of excellent eateries. To name just a few of the delectable dishes available to diners,
there's strawberries, gazpacho, ham & potato omelet, classic cocido madrileo,
and so much more. The Gran Va provides a wide variety of restaurants to choose from.
One hundred and fifty years ago, this street was famed for its fifteen theatres; it was
the capital's film reference; currently there are really only three of them survive. Cines Capitol"
and "Cines Callao" are good options if you want to see a film in Spanish. Cine Renoir Princesa,
a few minutes' walk from the "Plaza de Espana section of the Gran Via,
is a great place to see a movie in its original language if you're not proficient in Spanish.
Faro de la Moncloa
Located in the middle of the "Madrid University Complex: this 92-meter-high tower provides a
stunning cityscape perspective. From the panorama lift, you could see the Royal Palace, the
"Almudena Cathedral" (with its four towers), and the "Sierra de Guadarrama Alps in the distance. It
is situated in Ciudad Universitaria and holds one of the 11 visitor attractions centers that Madrid
Town Council offers for tourists to learn about the town's cultural and leisure offerings. What
can we make out when we head to this location? Almost all of Madrid, to be precise: Palacio Real,
Casa de Campo Park, Edificio Colon, Guadarrama National Park, Almudena Cathedral and more!
Temple of Debod (Tempio di debod - Egyptian museum) (+ BONUS)
Did you think that was it? We know how much fun you might be having
viewing these stunning locations, and we got you a bonus location! The Temple of Debod is one
you wouldn't want to miss out on when in Madrid. Tourists may find a very old Egyptian structure.
Egyptians sent the Debod Temple to Spain in 1968 as a gesture of gratefulness and appreciation for
rescuing the Abu Simbel sites from destruction during the construction of the Aswan Dam.
Devoted to Egyptian deities Amun and Isis, the shrine was erected
for King "Adikhalamani" of Harappa during the second century. The inside of the temple has
well-preserved original embellishments, which is unusual for an archaeological excavation.
Grounds with reflecting ponds and a fountain encircle the memorial,
lending an air of mysticism to the area. As you may expect, the Temple's initial location
was not in Madrid, as you may have guessed. The temple was created in Egyptian Civilization to
commemorate the gods Amun and Isis, and it is an exact replica of the original construction.
Near the Nile River, it was originally situated 9 miles to the south of Aswan.
Every year, tourists from across the globe go to the shrine,
which now attracts hundreds of thousands. With its unique history and location outside Egypt,
it stands out amid Madrid's many other intriguing attractions. Temples include halls, temples, and
even a tiny museum in the interior. Sadly, it is now closed to the public as of this writing.
However, even from the outside, one can appreciate the magnificent magnificence
of the temple. Take a stroll through the arches of the hallowed processional
pathway and allow yourself to be taken back to ancient Egypt's heyday. You'll be in awe
of the statue's millennia of charm and history. It's a beautiful temple at any time during the
day, but after sunset, you'll get the best view. The temple's traditional east-to-west orientation
was preserved throughout the renovation process, and as a consequence, the monument is surrounded
by an awe-inspiring landscape as the sun sets. Outro
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