Travel in Madrid

Overview of Madrid, Spain

Madrid, Spain's capital, is a cosmopolitan city. Madrid’s position as a center for economics, finance, administration and services combines the most modern infrastructure with an important cultural and artistic heritage, the legacy of centuries of fascinating history. Madrid is strategically located at the geographical center of the Iberian peninsular. Madrid is exemplary among major European cities, and blends harmoniously with the most modern and convenient of urban infrastructure. Madrid offers a broad range of accommodation and services along with the most advanced audiovisual and communication technology. All this, combined with the momentum of Madrid’s society that is dynamic and open, and at the same time warm and welcoming, has turned Madrid into one of the western world's great capitals. Madrid is also one of Europe's most attractive business travel destinations. Madrid’s international airport receives more than one thousand flights weekly from all over the world and it has two main conference centers.

The Art and Culture of Madrid, Spain

Art and culture are central to Madrid life. Madrid has 73 museums that cover all fields of human knowledge. Of these, the most important are the Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and the Reina Sofía National Art Center. Travelers to Madrid and residents alike can enjoy the sun, go for walks, go rowing or feed the squirrels in Madrid's large, impeccable parks and gardens. The Retiro Park, once playground of Spanish Monarchs, the Casa de Campo and the Juan Carlos I Park among others make Madrid one of Europe's greenest capitals. One thing that characterizes Madrid is the deep, contagious passion for life reflected in Madrid’s friendly, welcoming people. Madrid boasts concerts, exhibitions, ballets, select theatre productions, and the latest cinematographic releases. You can sample a wide variety of the finest Spanish and international cuisine or be enchanted by its bars and taverns. These are just some of Madrid's leisure alternatives for the traveler to visit.

Madrid’s Nightlife

Madrid's happening nightlife is another major attraction. The pubs, bars, discos and flamenco clubs of Madrid have a tremendous atmosphere, while by day there are traditional verbenas (open-air dances), popular festivals or the San Isidro bullfighting festival - rated as the world's most important.
Traveling to Madrid, Spain

Natives of Madrid and visitors alike enjoy the colorful lifestyle of their beloved Madrid. In addition to a tour of Madrid, all of the cities within Spain are great extension options to your travel experience. Spain has a wealth of travel opportunities to offer to travelers that are avidly seeking a culture-rich vacation. Madrid is a must-see stop on any trip to Spain, whether you are a first-time traveler or a seasoned traveler of Spain.

Travel in Madrid Attractions

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