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Updated Oct 2024
- 104.6/51245 ReviewFrom101.8
based on 35612 reviews"The Grand Palace of Madrid is known as one of the three major palaces in Europe. It is still quite shocking. It is worth seeing. It is more smooth to book a visit one day in advance through Trip.com . It does not need to queue up. You can enter the venue directly with the QR code. It saves a lot of time and feels very good."Madrid.Madrid City Center897m from downtown
Featured in 2024 Global 100 - Best Things to DoHighlights: Europe's largest royal palace | 270-yr-old landmark | Stradivarius Palatinos | Changing of the guardShow Less - 104.6/5837 ReviewFrom78.2based on 58396 reviews"great museum with many great pieces of art. recommended an audio guide to get a full understanding of the impressive art work. be mindful that the museum do not allow photography inside of the artwork. definitely a must visit when in madrid"Madrid.Huertas1km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Global 100 - Best Things to DoHighlights: Spain's most-visited museum | The Golden Triangle of Art | Las Meninas | Over 21k collectionsShow Less
- 9.64.6/5402 ReviewFrom187.07based on 23351 reviews"Feeling very good, gate 82, the introduction is wrong, the only regret is that there is no large photo of Raul, only in the photo and sneakers can find my idol"Madrid.Financial District4.2km from downtownHighlights: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is the home stadium of Real Madrid. Superstars such as Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima, Raúl González Blanco and Zinedine Zidane are have all played on all Bernabéu's famous pitch. In case visitors come to Madrid in the off-season, tours of the stadium can be arranged. You can take a moment to sit on the sidelines, in the coach's seat or on the replacement players' bench. You can walk around the display case full of trophies and even take a look at the media center and locker rooms.Show Less
- 9.14.5/5180 ReviewFrom74.03
based on 2676 reviews"Although there is no bullfighting, it is good to see the building. The climate and weather are very good, there is a Chinese translation. There is also a museum at the exit, and things should be stored at the entrance. Full of history,"Madrid3.8km from downtownHighlights: The bullring of Madrid's Las Ventas is renovated with red brick walls and is decorated with fine Arabic carvings and semi-curved windows, and is a good example of Neo-Mudejar architecture typical of the Iberian Peninsula. This is a high-level bullfighting venue in Spain, and bullfighters from all over the country and the world are proud of their bullfighting performances. The bullring, located in the Salamanca district of central Madrid, was completed in 1929 and opened on June 17, 1931. Bullring Building The bullring is about 65 meters in diameter and has four floors. It can accommodate about 23,000 spectators. It is the largest bullring in Spain and is very magnificent. Bullfighting is a traditional national skill in Spain. Every year from the end of March to the beginning of October is the bullfighting season in Madrid. There are bullfighting performances every Sunday. Among them, the San Isidro Bullfighting Festival in May is of high level, and various matadors will gather. Therefore, the scene is lively, and the seats are often packed. During bullfighting season, you can see flags flying over the gatehouses of Madrid's bullring, which indicates that there will be bullfights. The visit starts from the main entrance of the bullring. There are 18 gates in the bullring in Madrid. The main entrance is tall and majestic. The brick walls are decorated with mosaics of the provincial emblems of the Spanish provinces. . Standing on the high-level auditorium of the bullring, you can clearly see the layout of the entire bullring. The circular bullring is surrounded by layers of iron fences to prevent the bulls from jumping into the auditorium. There are two gates. For the matador in danger to escape, there are several gates on the inside of the bullring, which are used for matadors, medical staff, bulls, and cleaning staff to get on and off the field. Afterwards, you can visit the bullring in person. The bullring, which resembles the Colosseum, is paved with fine sand, which quickly absorbs blood, sweat and rain. This is the main "battlefield" of bullfighting performances. Each bullfight is generally 3 groups of matadors and 6 bulls confrontation. The duration of each fight is 20-30 minutes. The matador's assistant (peon) teases the bulls with a red cape. , the picador took the opportunity to stab the spear into the shoulder of the bull, and the banderillero rushed directly to the bull, stabbing its neck, and the main torero and the bull were one-on-one. Duel, kill the bull with one sword. Bullfighting Museum At present, bullfighting is very controversial in Spain. Some people think it is an art of death, courage and performance. Opponents believe that it is a kind of cruel slaughter and torture. Parts of Spain (such as Barcelona) have banned bullfighting. sports. After the visit, you can leave from the small gate where the bullfighters enter the stadium. At the exit is the Bullfighting Museum, which can be visited inside. The exhibition hall is divided into 5 parts, showing the history of bullfighting in Spain and the art of bullfighting. In the promenade, you can also admire Goya's depiction of the bullfight scene.Show Less - 8.94.5/5285 ReviewFrom53.21based on 16776 reviews"Just across the street from the Prado Museum, it is really worth a visit. There are many paintings, especially many classic modern works worth seeing. It is best to remember to buy tickets in advance, or at least pay attention to the opening time in advance to avoid running out of time."Madrid.Triangulo del arte1.3km from downtownHighlights: • House one of the the world’s most famous and iconic modern art masterpieces, Guernica by Picasso, from the late nineteenth century to the present day• Discover the National Museum that is dedicated to Spanish expressionist and impressionist art• Marvel at extensive collections of Spain's three greatest 20th-century masters Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali and Joan Miro△ This is one of the most important contemporary art museums in the world, exhibiting the work of Spanish and international artists. It is a place of artistic vanguard and is part of Madrid's popular "Art Corridor"Show Less
- 8.34.5/5488 ReviewFreebased on 10950 reviews"The site of the Puerta del Sol, originally a gate facing the east on the 15th century Madrid wall, was named after the upper floor decorated with the pattern of the rising sun; in the continuous expansion of the city, the gate was demolished in 1570. The square, which was built, retained the name of "Puerta del Sol" and gradually became the center of the city. From the aerial aerial view, the 10 streets and alleys are radiant, like the rising sun and shining. In the center of the square, oval fountains on both sides of the east and west, surrounded by the statue of Carlos III sitting in the C position. The king, who built Madrid's vast infrastructure and was admired by the people of Madrid, rode a high-headed horse and sat smilingly watching the wind and clouds of the square and the changes of the city. On the south side is the most classic building in the square - the Security Bureau Building. The building built from 1766 to 1768 (the bell tower was built in 1867), the simple and bright style, the red and white facade, conveying the atmosphere of neoclassical palace architecture. The building was originally the central post office in Madrid, later the headquarters of the Franco-era Ministry of National Security, and is now the government office building in Madrid. For quite a while, the Spanish people loved the clock on the roof of the Security Bureau building, and regarded the clock as Spanish standard time, and it was honored to come here to watch. Today, people gather in the square to listen to the New Year bells of the building. On the north side, four slightly curved buildings lined up all the way, with stylish facades and white crystals; The top of the building is towering "TIO PEPE" (the world's first brand of sherry) advertising, exaggerated with elegance, cute cute. The ground of the street in front of the main entrance of the Security Bureau building is embedded with the road zero kilometers logo. Semicircular logo engraved with maps of Spain and the Iberian Peninsula and the words "0 km, road starting point". Spanish roads calculate miles from this point, Madrid streets prepare house numbers from this point. Without a shadow, the shoes underfoot have not set foot in Madrid."Madrid.Madrid City Center34m from downtownHighlights: Puerta del Sol is the central square of Madrid, surrounded by many historic buildings. The square was once the place where Napoleon's army invaded Madrid and confronted the citizens. Now it is a place for major parades and gatherings and leisure and entertainment for citizens and tourists. No matter day or night, it is always crowded and full of vitality. Plaza Building The Puerta del Sol square is semicircular, surrounded by houses and buildings, many of which can be called the essence of Madrid's urban architecture. On the south side of Puerta del Sol stands the iconic old postal building (LaCasadeCorreos), an old red and white building in the square that resembles a majestic palace. The bell tower in the middle of the building is very famous. Every New Year's Eve, Madrid people will gather here to celebrate the arrival of the new year by eating 12 grapes symbolizing good luck when the clock strikes 12 midnight. There is a sign on the pedestrian walkway in front of the "zero point sign" postal building, which is marked "zero point" (Kilómetro Cero). All road milestones in Spain are calculated from here, and the house number of the city of Madrid is also here. for the starting point. "Bear and Raspberry Statue" The symbol of Madrid City The "Bear and Raspberry" statue (Estatua del Osoyel Madroño) is located in the east of Puerta del Sol. This statue replaces the previous ruins of Puerta del Sol, and is now a very popular landmark in Madrid. The little bear stood upright, holding the raspberry tree in front of his front paws, lifelike. Now it is also a meeting place for many locals. Statue of Carlos III In the center of the Puerta del Sol Square stands the equestrian statue of Carlos III (EstatuaecuestredeCarlosIII). Next to the statue is a large fountain surrounded by flowers and steps for visitors to rest. In addition, the building itself of the Puerta del Sol (Sol) station on the square is also a highlight. The arched glass building shines in the sun, and the avant-garde shape like a shell is quite eye-catching among the traditional and classical buildings in the square. . Square Activities You can watch and take pictures at will in the square, or you can sit by the fountain, feed the pigeons, and enjoy the wonderful street performers. Puerta del Sol is also a commercial area. You can find flagship stores around Topshop, Sephora, Springfield, and Real Madrid. You can also see the building of the wine cellar TioPepe. The Ingles department store is also close at hand. To the Grand Avenue, to the west is the Callao business district, which is definitely a good place for shopping. In addition, there are many bars and cafes in the alley on the south side of the square, which are very local in Madrid, and the prices are very close to the people. You might as well try the feeling of beer with tapa (Madrid snacks). Puerta del Sol Square is also very lively at night with beautiful scenery at midnight. At the beginning of the lanterns, people are surging. At this time, Puerta del Sol Square may better interpret the essence of Madrid nightlife. Street teenagers dancing in the square, sentimental saxophone players, whispering couples...all are a beautiful scenery. If you happen to come here at midnight, facing the still crowded crowd in the square, and the cheers one after another, please don't be surprised, this city is saying to you in a unique way: Welcome to Puerta del Sol, welcome to Puerta del Sol. 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- 8.04.5/5229 ReviewFreebased on 57000 reviews"The park is large, tree-lined, and it feels quite good to have time to walk and stop. The scenery of the Crystal Palace and the small lake in front is pleasant, and there are swans, wild ducks and pigeons playing, which is peaceful. There is also a free art exhibition to see, it is worth mentioning."Madrid1.6km from downtownNo.1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Community Of MadridHighlights: Open to the public, there are major attractions including the Statue Avenue, the Crystal Palace, the artificial lake and more. The park covers an area of 118 hectares and has nearly 15,000 trees. It is one of the favorite places for locals to visit. It is especially lively on weekends. At that time, there will be various activities in the park. Dog classes, open-air concerts, etc., small vendors selling special souvenirs, gypsies holding crystal balls for divination, and street performers who “surprise” or “scare” tourists from time to time are also a beautiful scene. Retiro Park is a good place to relax your body and mind. You can sit on a bench in the park, or lie on the grass, bask in the sun, watch the little squirrels or pigeons play and watch the Spanish children playing in the grass. Have fun and enjoy some free time in Madrid. The statues on the Statue Avenue and the Statue Avenue in the Rose Garden Park are similar to the statues on the Oriental Plaza. They are all 20 emperors in Spanish history. The Rose Garden was designed and built by the chief designer of Retiro Park according to the design and construction of the Reed Rose Garden in the Bois de Boulogne Park in Paris. At that time, different varieties of roses collected from various botanical gardens in Europe were gathered here. Now there are more than 4,000 roses in the garden. When the roses bloom in May and June, the garden is full of fragrance. King Alfonso XII Monument and Artificial Lake The artificial lake in the center of Retiro Park is very popular. On one side of the lake stands the Monument to King Alfonso XII, about 32 meters high. The bronze statue of the twelfth century, the columns below it are arranged in a half-moon shape, which is very spectacular. There are bronze lion statues on both sides of the monument, which are lifelike and majestic. In the artificial lake, in addition to admiring the majestic King Alfonso XII Monument, you can also rent pedal boats to go boating on the lake, with black swans and teal ducks swimming by, which is very interesting. Crystal Palace and Velasquez House The Crystal Palace next to the artificial lake is one of the famous attractions in Retiro Park. This crystal clear glass house is currently open to the public as an exhibition hall like the nearby Velasquez House. Mainly used for art exhibitions.Show Less
- 7.94.4/5484 ReviewFreebased on 27215 reviews"The Plaza Mayor adds a bit of laziness to the bustling Puerta del Sol. When I walk into this square "complex" from Madrid's old neighborhood, I immediately feel a unique atmosphere! The square has 9 arches connecting the outer streets."Madrid.Madrid City Center332m from downtownHighlights: Among the many squares in Spain, Plaza Mayor is undoubtedly very square. The rectangular enclosed structure is surrounded by a column of ancient buildings in the form of a corridor, and nine external arches connect the urban streets outside. There are many open-air cafes and souvenir shops in the corridor, which is very suitable for strolling and resting. If you taste it carefully, you will find that this square seems to exude inexhaustible charm. Under the wrapping of the tall rectangular corridor, the square makes visitors feel the sense of spatial restraint. However, this sense of restraint is not pure oppression. , but subtly overflows naturally through the beautiful one-piece volume arches on the ground floor of the building, leaving no trace. Perhaps it is precisely because of this indescribable and subtle experience that tourists and citizens often stop here, and artists and street performers are even more keen on this place, brewing a leisurely atmosphere of life in a rigorously shaped space. Standing in the center of the square is the equestrian statue of King Philip III who presided over the construction of the square.Show Less
- 7.54.6/5150 ReviewFree"Even if you’re not looking for food, walking through is a fun way to overview Madrid’s general culinary scene. The whole market is huge, and you’ll have to walk through a couple loops if you want to get a good idea of all the options (which I recommend doing anyways)."Madrid.Austrias461m from downtownHighlights: The Market of San Miguel gives many food options in downtown Madrid. Fresh produce, tapas and a vibrant atmosphere can be had from morning to late evening at this popular area. Don't let the crowds stop you; this market is as authentic as the salted bacalao.Show Less
- 7.44.5/575 ReviewFrom55.76based on 16960 reviews"The Prado Museum queued too long the day before, too many people were too hurried, and the experience was not good. This museum made an appointment for the first session at ten o'clock. Although it rained when I queued, I thought it was the first session. There were not too many people. I could watch the exhibition slowly and I felt pretty good."Madrid.Triangulo del arte758m from downtownHighlights: • Discover one of Madrid's important cultural centers• Here you can see with your own eyes the authentic works of painting masters from the 19th to 20th centuries such as Picasso, Miro, and Dali. You can also appreciate some early Italian paintings and continental European art from the 16th to 18th centuries.• Visit the museum’s rich permanent collection and temporary exhibitions△ The Thyssen Museum of Art is located in the famous "Golden Triangle of Art" in Madrid. It is known as the three major exhibition halls in Madrid together with the Prado Museum and the Sofia Art Museum.Show Less
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