Madrid, Spain Map (bundle)

In this guide, save yourself hours of research by choosing from vetted recommendations from Jack & I's recent trip to Spain. We had such an incredible experience; this guide will help ensure you do too. Madrid is a lively city that radiates a unique and captivating charm. The Spanish capital is located at the heart of the country, boasting a plethora of cultural landmarks and magnificent architecture. Madrid is famous for its energetic atmosphere, with an abundance of street performers, musicians, and artists adding to the vibrant ambiance of the city. The food scene is also top-notch, offering a fantastic array of traditional Spanish dishes and international cuisine. ✨ Perfect for: cafe hoppers, park loungers, art appreciators, remote workers, foodies, and city wanderers. It includes: 🏨 4 hotel recommendations— covers every budget ☕️ 2 coffee/pastry shops 🍳 5 brunch/lunch spots 💻 3 laptop-friendly cafes 🍤 4 places for tapas/dinner 🏛️ 5 landmarks/museums 🛍 5 incredible local shops 💃 1 local cultural activity 🚊 2 incredible day trips (with detailed instructions on how to get there)

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Accommodation

Hostels:

The Hat Madrid

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The Hat Madrid is the first Boutique Hostel in town. Located in a mansion right in the heart of the city and only a 3 minutes walk from the Puerta del Sol, Gran Via and La Latina. The Hat offers private and shared rooms, for women, families and groups of friends. All rooms have magnificent natural light, private or shared bathrooms, air conditioning and great WIFI. A great breakfast is on offer for a small price. The hostel boasts an outdoor terrace, solarium and spacious common areas.

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2060 The Newton Hostel

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This modest, artsy hostel is a 2-minute walk from Tirso de Molina subway station. It’s also a 7-minute walk from the restaurants lining Plaza Mayor, and a 13-minute walk from Gran Vía, a famed street with early-1900s architecture. Simple mixed-gender and female-only dorms with murals offer free Wi-Fi, and bunk beds with privacy screens and reading lights. They also have lockers and shared bathrooms. Private rooms add en suite, shower-only bathrooms. A spa features a sauna. There’s a communal kitchen with a functional dining room, and a laid-back TV lounge. A rooftop bar offers city views. Guest laundry services and rental bikes are available.

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Hotel chic&basic dot

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"Discover our boutique hotel in the centre of Madrid Sophisticated, modern, and a bold point with uniquely designed hotel rooms. This is the essence of Hotel chic&basic dot, where you will enjoy the true spirit of Madrid. In the middle of the great enthusiasm in which the capital immerses you, chic&basic dot offers you a unique space with a fresh and contemporary visual design, representing the vitality and culture of a sparkling city. Our urban hotel in Madrid fits seamlessly in the dynamics of the city. Its design makes it a bold and passionate spot that is wild at heart, thus transmitting the great personality of Madrid. Furthermore, nothing beats the hotel’s central location near the Puerta del Sol square, Gran Vía avenue, and the main square Plaza Mayor. You will be within close walking distance to the most emblematic landmarks such as the Prado Museum, the Royal Palace of Madrid, and the Royal Theatre." We stayed at a Chic & Basic in Barcelona and had a great experience. Great quality hotel with a unique design.

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Amor de Dios 17 Boutique Hotel

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Set in the centre of Madrid, 1 km from Puerta del Sol and 1.2 km from Mercado San Miguel, Amor de Dios 17 Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a terrace. Featuring a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, each unit also comes with a safety deposit box, a cable flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk and a seating area with a sofa. There is a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer in each unit, along with free toiletries. A bicycle rental service is also available. Popular points of interest near Amor de Dios 17 Boutique Hotel include Plaza Mayor, Reina Sofia Museum, and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. The nearest airport is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.

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Coffee

Hola Coffee

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Intimate, laid-back café with a takeout window offering specialty coffees, pastries & savory toasts. 💻 Laptop Policy: Laptop-friendly and some outlets available. Unique seating/tables might make it uncomfortable for extended work.

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Misión Café

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Coffees, baked treats, sandwiches & other light fare are served in industrial-chic surrounds. They have a section of stadium seating that is laptop-friendly. 💻 Laptop Policy: Laptop-friendly areas including a long bar-style table and stair seating. Both of these are visible in the picture!

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Laptop-Friendly Cafes

Agrado Cafe

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Bright cafe with excellent speciality coffee, a wide selection of fairly-priced food, and plenty of laptop-friendly tables. 💻 Laptop Policy: Plenty of outlets, were open late, and all tables were laptop-friendly. Wifi was also consistently strong.

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Gosto Café

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a minimalist plant-filled cafe that serves specialty coffee and excellent food. They have a few tables that allow for laptop working. 💻 Laptop Policy: They have a couple of laptop-friendly tables. Wifi was strong.

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Ambu Coffee 2

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Specialty coffee roaster serving espresso drinks and light fare. Great location near the park. 💻 Laptop Policy: Limited seating with quality wifi.

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Brunch/Lunch

Hermanas Arce

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This minimalistic, sister-owned cafe is tucked away down a quiet street, a fact that is reflected inside where it feels a bit like eating at someone's home. Hermanas Arce serves an array of seasonal locally-sourced foods ranging from Labneh & Jam toast, burrata salad, to a strawberry-filled pastry.

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Plenti

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Espresso drinks, unique light fare & baked goods offered in a simple, stylish environment. *Their Shakshukas are particularly wonderful!

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Nomade Cafe

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Laid-back choice serving brunch classics such as pancakes & open-faced toasts, plus shakes & coffee. 💻 Laptop Policy: They have a basement room with plenty of tables for laptop working

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Mercado de San Miguel

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More than 100 years have gone by since the Mercado de San Miguel opened its doors as a wholesale food market. Today, this historical building stands out as one of the world’s main gastronomic markets. It allows visitors to experience the essence and most significant flavors of every corner of Spain.

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El rey de los tacos

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Super cheap spot for great Mexican food. Great for lunch, late-night bites, or just a simple meal. Serve cocktails, tacos, quesadillas, and more.

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Tapas

Taberna El Sur de Huertas

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Laid-back tavern offering small plates, Spanish fare & sangria in a cozy environment.

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Casa Marius Sol

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Traditional Tapas bar located on a busy street with the BEST outdoor tables for people-watching. Do yourself a favor and order some Patatas Bravas & Vermouth. Simply delicious.

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Dinner

Mune Pelayo

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Shabby-chic Lebanese restaurant offering hot & cold meze, plus main dishes & desserts. *Definitely make a reservation at this spot!

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Villa Capri

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Vibrant restaurant offering a creative Italian menu, open-air dining & a cool retro vibe. *Villa Capri is part of the Big Mamma restaurant group known for their eccentric decoration and loud personality. They have locations across Europe and it's never a disappointment.

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Landmarks/Museums

Royal Palace of Madrid

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18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques. 🎟Ticket: €12

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Plaza Mayor

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The Plaza Mayor is a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid. It was first built during the reign of Philip III. Only a few blocks away is another famous plaza, the Puerta del Sol.

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El Ritiro Park & Palacio de Cristal

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Expansive, 19th-century park with a lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues. El Ritiro is perfect park for a picnic and lounging in the sun. The Palacio de Cristal is a venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace. 🎟Ticket: €12

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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

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Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art. 🎟Ticket: €13

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Museo Nacional del Prado

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Prado Museum, Spanish Museo del Prado, art museum in Madrid, housing the world's richest and most comprehensive collection of Spanish painting, as well as masterpieces of other schools of European painting, especially Italian and Flemish art. Tickets: 15 € FREE ACCESS Monday to Saturday, from 6 PM to 8 PM Sundays and holidays, from 5 PM to 7 PM Access to the Museum up to 30 minutes before closing

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Activities

Traditional Flamenco Show in Historic Cave

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This Airbnb experience exposes you to a traditional Flamenco show, an important part of Spanish culture. This particular show is held in an intimate 100-year-old brick cave where you'll be right in front of the performers. This is a MUST for anyone visiting Madrid! Price of ticket includes a drink as well!

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El Rastro Flea market

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This famous flea market happens every Sunday and boasts around 100K visitors and 700 stalls. Find Paella, records, art, vintage clothing, and so much more. It's worth just going for the atmosphere of the market goers and surround lively tapas bars.

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Shops

Los pequeños seres

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Charming bookstore with vintage decorations and the friendliest staff around. Small selection of English books.

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Madriz con zeta

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This store often features local artists ranging from photographers to jewelers to painters.

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Amezkua: tienda de decoración

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This interiors and lifestyle concept store carries an array of cool products such as candle holders, bags, wall decor, lighting, cards, and so so much more.

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Day Trips

Toledo

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Toledo is an ancient city set on a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain. The capital of the region, it’s known for the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian monuments in its walled old city. It was also the former home of Mannerist painter, El Greco. What to see: - Catedral Primada - Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes - Alcázar de Toledo - San Martin's Bridge - Zocodover (historic plaza) - Mirador del Valle (panoramic view) How to get there: 1 hour by car, or 30 minutes by high-speed train

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Segovia

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Segovia is a beautiful and historic city in Spain, known for its Roman aqueduct, fairy-tale castle (Alcázar), and Gothic cathedral. The winding streets are full of charming squares, hidden courtyards, and delicious local cuisine. It's a must-visit destination for history and architecture enthusiasts. Getting there: By Train - Purchase your tickets online and in advance. From Madrid, navigate to the Chamartin train station heading to Segovia Guiomar station on the Renfe train. Once you arrive, two different buses (11&12) can take you to the city centre - it doesn't matter which one you take. It costs €2 per person (cash only - and make sure you have coins, not large notes) By Car - 1 hour Recs: - Aqueduct of Segovia - Alcázar de Segovia - Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos (Viewpoint) - Catedral de Segovia - Plaza Mayor -

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