Madrid, with a plan

From the Prado to the Royal Palace, from the Retiro to a terrace at sunset: we'll tell you which attractions are worth the admission fee, what you can see for free, and what time to go so you don't spend the whole day waiting in line. Madrid rewards those who come prepared.

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Madrid rewards those who plan ahead—the best experiences here sell out weeks, not days, in advance.

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Top Experiences in Madrid

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Royal Palace of Madrid: When to Go and What Not to Miss

The Royal Palace is the official residence of the Spanish Crown, although the monarchs have not lived there since 1931. With more than 3,000 rooms, it is often cited as the largest royal palace in Western Europe—visitors can tour about fifty of them, which is more than enough. Here’s what you should know before you go.

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Prado Museum

The Prado Museum: How to Visit It Without Wasting the Day

You can’t see the Prado in a single visit. There are more than 1,700 works on display spread across three floors, and anyone who goes in thinking they’ll see everything will walk out two hours later without remembering a thing. This guide takes the opposite approach: choose wisely, go in without wasting the morning, and know when admission is free.

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Explore Madrid

Madrid is a city that never stands still, a dynamic hub thanks to its vibrant calendar of cultural events, trade shows, and world-class international conferences. Furthermore, its prime geographic location puts it just minutes away from stunning World Heritage cities such as Toledo y Segovia.

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Madrid's Must-Sees

Madrid, as the country’s vibrant capital, attracts thousands of tourists and visitors of all kinds every year who are looking to immerse themselves in its unique energy. Thanks to its wide range of world-class museums and unparalleled landmarks, the city offers memorable experiences for every taste.

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Santiago Bernabéu
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Prado Museum
Reina Sofía Museum
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Experiences in Madrid