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1. Parque del Retiro
- It's known as the "lungs of Madrid" and few cities can boast such a large park (118 hectares) in such a central location. There's a large boating... read more
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2. Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (El)
- Founded in 1902, the club's teams had to play in a variety of venues throughout the city until this stadium was built in 1947. It holds a capacity... read more
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3. Atlético de Madrid
- A group of Basque students living in Madrid formed this football club in 1903. By 1928, the team was playing in the Spanish First Division and... read more
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4. Casino de Madrid
- It's an officially listed building that contains important works of art considered to be national treasures. It has impressive collections of sculpture... read more
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5. Estación de Atocha
- Made of steel and glass, this fine old railway station building was designed by the Basque architect, Ricardo Velázquez Bosco, who was also responsible... read more
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6. Parque del Oeste
- This is a park popular among madrileños and tourists alike due to its central location, close to several historic sights. You will find lots of... read more
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7. Cuesta de Moyano (La)
A sort of smaller literary Rastro, this collection of wooden bookstalls and kioskos climbs a pedestrian street from the Atocha end of the Paseo...
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8. Barrio de Salamanca
- Now one of Madrid's most exclusive residential and commercial neighbourhoods, it's associated with wealth and good taste and is inhabited and frequented... read more
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9. Iglesia de San Isidro (Colegiata)
- The interior contains some outstanding artwork including an altarpiece by Sebastián Herrera and paintings by Claudio Coello, Herrera and Ricci.... read more
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10. Gimnasio Palestra
- You can keep fit in all sorts of ways in this huge sports centre that offers excellent modern facilities. Yoga, squash, aerobics and body-building... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Madrid. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
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