What to do in Madrid?
Vibrant Spanish capital, Madrid combines Prado masterpieces, a grand royal palace and an overflowing art of living. Between tapas terraces, Retiro park and legendary nightlife, discover the tours and skip-the-line tickets to book.
Madrid highlights
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Prado Museum
A flagship experience in Madrid, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Royal Palace
A flagship experience in Madrid, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Plaza Mayor
A flagship experience in Madrid, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Plan your visit to Madrid
Our practical tips for a great stay: when to go, how to get around, where to stay.
When to visit Madrid?
Spring and autumn are ideal; summer is scorching, winter cool but often sunny. Here, life happens outdoors, especially in the evening.
Getting around Madrid
The metro is vast, fast and cheap, and the centre is very walkable. One tip: locals dine late (often after 9pm), so tune your rhythm to theirs.
Where to stay in Madrid
Sol, Malasaña or La Latina to be in the thick of it and the tapas; the Salamanca district for more calm, chic and space.
Activities & tickets to book in Madrid
Selected by GetYourGuide. Instant confirmation, free cancellation up to 24h before.
Bookings powered by GetYourGuide — CityPlanner's official partner.
Madrid by theme
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Guided tours
To grasp the soul of Madrid, nothing beats a guided tour. Follow a local guide through the great monuments and hidden lanes, and discover the stories that paper guides leave out.
Book →Museums & skip-the-line tickets
Madrid is packed with must-see museums and monuments. Book your skip-the-line tickets in Madrid and enjoy the finest collections without losing an hour in the queue.
Book →Cruises & boat trips
Seeing Madrid from the water means rediscovering it. Hop aboard a cruise or boat ride and admire the finest views of Madrid on the water, by day or at sunset.
Book →Food tours & gastronomy
Food is part of the journey. Treat yourself to a food tour in Madrid: local markets, regional specialties and tastings to savour Madrid like a true local.
Book →Outdoors & activities
Feel like moving? Madrid lends itself to bike rides, hikes and outdoor activities to explore the city and its surroundings from a different angle.
Book →Day trips
The most beautiful treasures sometimes hide at the gates of Madrid. Book a day trip to discover the villages, castles and landscapes nearby.
Book →Plan Madrid day by day
Let CityPlanner's AI build your itinerary in Madrid in seconds: places, timing and optimised routes, all in your pocket.
Download on the App Store