Located right in the centre of Spain, Madrid is a city that will suit those who like to rise early and see as much as they can in a day as well as those more accustomed to the night owl lifestyle. Art lovers won't know where to go with three of Europe's best art galleries located within five minutes walk of each other, while the Spanish capital also has one of the world's most ornate palaces. After dark, once businesses close and the working Madrileños begin their trek home, another breed of Madrileños begin their trek into the city to keep Madrid’s numerous tapas restaurants, bars and clubs full until the early hours of the morning.
Reviews of Madrid from boo.com
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tracy85 says: “ Madrid is without doubt one of the best capital cities I have been too! There is so much to see and do here no matter what your taste or budget. Art and culture are a big part of city life with some amazing museums around. Also has great shopping, parks and restaurants. The night-life is… more
Tags: Great city, Art and culture, Shopping, Nightlife
Posted: on Oct 29, 2009 |
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caren says: “ I loved loved loved Madrid!. Its a really great city for a girlie weekend away. We stayed in an apartment right in the middle of the Chueca district. This is the famous Gay area of Madrid and was definately full of life. The city itself was quiet during the day, with many people staying out… more
Tags: Value for Money, Weather, Sights
Posted: on Jun 26, 2009 |
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CGaleota says: “ Madrid was awesome. It was the second European city I had ever been in, and it offered the shopping and cultural experiences you dream of. The architecture is beautiful, and most importantly the bars and busy and fun. The one thing I would advise is to keep your wallets and purses close,… more
Posted: on Mar 11, 2008 |
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Best things to do in Madrid
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Palacio Real- What?
- The Royal Palace
- Where?
- Close to Opera underground station
- Anything else?
- The official residence of the King of Spain but King prefers to reside in a smaller palace outside Madrid. The palace is open to the public and there is alot of works of art and sculptures on display through out the palace.
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Del Prado Museum (Museo Nacional del Prado)- What?
- Art Gallery
- Where?
- Near to Atocha underground station
- Anything else?
- One of the world's most important art galleries, it contains works of art from masters such as Boticelli and Rubens. There are also displays of classical Greek and Roman sculpture.
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Prado Museum- What?
- Museum and Art Gallery
- Where?
- Near to Atocha underground station
- Anything else?
- The museum contains one of the finest collections of European art from the 12th century period to the early 19th century. The collection is massive and consists of 5,000 drawings, 2,000 prints, 1,000 coins and medals, and 2,000 decorative objects.
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Upcoming events in Madrid
Event data provided by eventful
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Mar 30
Madredeus
- When: Mar 30, 2010 (Tuesday)
- Where: Teatro Haagen-Dazs Calderón
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Mar 20
ENTOMBED + AVULSED
- When: Mar 20, 2010 (Saturday)
- Where: Sala Heineken
- What: ENTOMBED + AVULSED + HUMAN MINCER find out more
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Mar 23
SITI/@ASLAN 2010
- When: Mar 23, 2010 (Tuesday)
- Where: IFEMA (Feria de Madrid)
- What: Show on Information Technology Official Website find out more
Recommended Hotels
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Nh Nacional(4 star hotel)- The hotel is located in the so called Art Triangle within walking distance from the Thyssen-Bornemisza, the Prado Museum and the Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. In the heart of the city, close to
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Best Western Hotel Carlos V(3 star hotel)- Best Western Carlos V is a classically decorated hotel located in the pedestrian area of the tourist and historic centre of Madrid- Between the streets of Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, which provides an
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Ibis Madrid Centro(2 star hotel)- What?
- Standard 3 star hotel.
- Where?
- Centrally located 20 minutes walk from many museums.
- Anything else?
- The hotel has 64 guestrooms. All rooms are air conditioned & feature a private bathroom. The hotel has a 24 hour bar & reception. A snack menu is available around the clock. WiFi internet access is provided on site.
Top Restaurants
| Las Cuevas de Luis Candelas | 80% | |
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| Zaranda | ||
| La Olla Caliente | ||
| Le Marquis | ||
| Club 31 | ||
| El Corral de la Pacheca | ||
| El Chaflan | 100% | |
| Restaurante DL's | 60% | |
| Viena Capellanes | 80% | |
| La Casa del Abuelo | 80% |
Top bars
| La torre del Oro | 80% | |
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| El Almendro 13 | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Vinoteca Barbechera | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Delic | $$$$$ | 90% |
| Wind Nightclub | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Taboo | $$$$$ | 100% |
| Yasta Club | $$$$$ | 60% |
| The Dubliner's Pub | $$$$$ | 60% |
| Tijcal Restaurante/ Taberna Bar | $$$$$ | 80% |
| The Sweeten Club | $$$$$ | 40% |
