With sophisticated tree-lined boulevards, world-class museums, and myriad cultural events, Madrid has earned its status as a European capital not to be missed. But even so, Madrid can still manage to conjure up a more provincial past in its squares, alleys, and popular traditions almost every neighborhood seems to have.
In this city each barrio delivers a different reward. Chueca is Madrid's mecca of trendy shops and party people. Lavapiés serves as the city's multicultural meeting point. Malasaña rumbles with a young rebellious streak. La Latina is the place for the tapas connoisseur while Salamanca is for the posh set. The Barrio de las Letras... show full NileGuide review
New Year’s Eve celebrations in Madrid can be summed up in two words: totally crazy! The parties and festivities can’t seem to start soon enough – or last long enough for locals’ tastes. Actually, the New Year’s Eve holiday is considered a real opportunity to let one’s hair down with friends, as it is buffeted by the more family-oriented holidays of Christmas on December 25 and Three Kings’ Day (known as Spanish Christmas, when Spain’s children... Read More
A glass of bold red wine, a plate of fine sliced ham, a crisp salad bowl dressed to perfection… Need I go on? A trip to Madrid is the ideal destination in which to unleash your inner foodie. Though the Spanish capital is teeming with places to tickle your palate, the neighborhoods of Sol, La Latina and Chueca are particularly worth your time. Sol Sol’s foodie cred is infinitely bolstered by the presence of San Miguel Market. The market features... Read More
Madrid is known for its plethora of awesome museums. But while you may be drooling over the chance to see Picasso’s masterpiece Guernica at the Reina Sofia, the kids may not be. When you have the kids in tow, consider some of Madrid’s more kid-friendly museums: Train Museum: An 1880 station filled with historic trains, equipment and memorabilia, the Train Museum is a favorite among both kids and adults. The snack bar is on board a 1920s era... Read More
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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...
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- Picnics, Parks & Gardens
- Nile Expert Tip: Find the only statue dedicated to the fallen angel in Madrid.
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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...
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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...
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