Madrid Travel Stories

Feb 19, 2025 • 8 min read

Madrid's deep mix of cultural attractions, craveable cuisine and hopping nightlife could fill a dozen visits, so shape yours around these 12 experiences.

Feb 12, 2025 • 6 min read

Plan your travels in Madrid, Spain's lively and welcoming capital city, with these local tips on health, safety and etiquette.

Feb 11, 2025 • 8 min read

Madrid's neighborhoods run the gamut, each offering residents and visitors a distinct slice of Spanish culture.

Feb 4, 2025 • 5 min read

After you've soaked up all Madrid offers, use it as a jumping-off point for some wonderful day trips, from Roman ruins to stunning Spanish villages.

Jan 7, 2025 • 7 min read

Tapas is a social and gastronomic ritual that is definitively Spanish. Don't miss our top picks for the best tapas spots in Madrid.

Jul 22, 2024 • 6 min read

From classic tapas to Michelin-starred restaurants and family-run dinner hot spots, here are the best places to eat in Madrid.

Oct 23, 2023 • 5 min read

With amusement parks, playgrounds and a laid-back dining culture, Madrid is a family-friendly holiday destination.

Sep 22, 2023 • 11 min read

This itinerary will take you through plazas filled with locals and throw you into cultural hubs and wonky-beamed bodegas

Jun 19, 2023 • 7 min read

The Spanish capital is a city of fine food and rich culture, but costs can mount up quickly. Here's our guide to the best free things to do in Madrid.

Jun 18, 2023 • 6 min read

Commuter-friendly Madrid has a great public transportation network to get travelers around the city and its surrounding towns.

Jun 13, 2023 • 5 min read

Make the most of your trip to the Spanish capital with these savvy spending tips.

May 24, 2023 • 4 min read

How to book accommodation, take in museums and eat very well in the Spanish capital for under €500.

Sep 23, 2022 • 5 min read

Lace up your trekking boots, here are some of the best hiking routes within an hour’s drive of Madrid's city center.

Jun 26, 2022 • 8 min read

Madrid is an amazing destination for anyone who loves art museums. From the classics to the cutting edge, here are the best ones in the Spanish capital.

Nov 23, 2021 • 8 min read

Justo Gallego Martínez, a former monk, has spent 60 years building a cathedral in the outskirts of the Spanish capital out of anything he can find.

Aug 9, 2021 • 6 min read

Writer Daniel Welsch divides his time between Madrid and Barcelona. Which city is better to visit? Find out his thoughts and which one has his heart.

Jul 12, 2021 • 5 min read

Madrid’s best parks and green zones offer something beyond the nature trip – they're a glimpse into Spain’s imperial past and rich cultural heritage.

Jul 7, 2020 • 5 min read

As some of the most popular museums in the world reopen, here are the new COVID rules and restrictions that visitors can expect.

Jan 13, 2020 • 4 min read

From subterranean ghost stations to historical mansions with sun-soaked courtyards, here are Madrid’s best museums that you haven’t visited.

Nov 13, 2019 • 3 min read

Madrid’s centenarios are restaurants, bars and cafes over 100 years old, still offering excellent traditional food and drink. Check out our favourites.

Oct 29, 2019 • 4 min read

For those who travel to eat, finding a balance of healthy/indulgent meals can be tricky. Here are the best foodie destinations for a health kick or a feast.

Oct 7, 2019 • 6 min read

With such a huge choice, narrowing down the best places restaurants in Madrid is a tough job. Here’s our top places to dine out in Spain's capital.