48 hours in Madrid
Intro
I lived in Madrid for about 4 months towards the end of my time in Spain, and believe me when I tell you this city has it all. Madrid is a vibrant blend of people from around the world, but stays proud and true to its traditional Spanish customs and culture at the same time. Only here will you find the energy of a big city mixed with the laid back feel of a vacation destination as you enjoy busy walking streets, outdoor cafes, beautiful parks, and unmatched nightlife. ¡Bienvenidos a Madrid, España!
WARNING
Following the itinerary as written will most likely be rushed, and sleep is not accounted for. Best to look over all the recommendations and pick and choose which things fit your interests and schedule!
Hour 1
You just arrived at the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), it's a Friday evening at 6pm (18:00 as you’ll see they use a 24 hour clock in Europe), and now it’s time to get to the city. You have 4 options:
![](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fkey-holder.fd0e3d2f.png&w=256&q=100)