Discover Madrid

The best of Spain’s capital

Vibrant, elegant, and endlessly energetic, Madrid is a city that invites you to slow down and soak it all in. From world-class art museums and majestic royal palaces to tapas bars that come alive after dark, Spain’s capital blends tradition with modern flair. Whether you're strolling through the Retiro Park, exploring the buzzing neighborhoods of Malasaña and La Latina, or catching a flamenco show, our Madrid guide is packed with tips to help travelers from the U.S., Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and beyond experience the city like a local.

This page is continuously updated as we discover new highlights.

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The Local’s guide to Madrid

The authors of this Madrid travel guide live in Madrid, so we have information that other travel guides leave out! This is insider Madrid information from locals!

Best Day trips from Madrid

The 10 best day trips from Madrid: Visit castles, Roman ruins, windmills, and more from Spain’s capital

Madrid- Where to stay?

Check out our favorite neighborhoods in Madrid. Our founder, Karen, shares tips in this article.

*Note: this is a guest post on an external site: Walk and Eat Spain.

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