Best of Madrid

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Best Hotels: Catalonia Moratin - Madrid

This surprisingly reasonable hotel close to the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the heart of historic Madrid is one of... See More

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Best Restaurants: La Manduca de Azagra Asador

Jonathan Buffard This rising star in Madrid’s culinary scene is tucked behind a traditionally ornate...See More

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Best Shopping: Plaza Mayor

Jonathan Buffard Madrid’s historic downtown makes for a hit-or-miss shopping experience. For every cheesy...See More

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Best Nightlife: La Escalera de Jacob

Jonathan Buffard The ground floor appears to be just another cool Lavapiés bar, notable for a hip 20s and... See More

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Madrid Itineraries

Don't know where to go? Check out our 2 and 7 Day Itineraries to get an idea of what you could do in this great city!

2 DAY ITINERARY

1 Spend the morning at either the Thyssen-Bornemisza, if you want more classic art, or the Reina Sofía, if you want some modern art.
2 Have lunch at Museo del Jamón.
3 Spend the afternoon shopping.