A vibrant city full of opportunities awaits you: keep on reading to find
out how you can make the most of your time in the Spanish capital.
CULTUREMUSEUMS
Capital of Spain, and the capital of culture.
MUSEO DEL PRADO
One of the world’s greatest art museums, home to masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco and other icons of European painting.
Galería de las Colecciones Reales
A spectacular new museum next to the Royal Palace, showcasing centuries of Spanish history through art, luxury and royal heritage.
Museo Cerralbo
A hidden gem in Madrid: a 19th-century palace-museum that offers a glimpse into aristocratic life, art and collecting.
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Madrid’s leading museum for modern and contemporary art, home to Picasso’s Guernica and a key stop for understanding Spain’s creative spirit.
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza
A unique journey through art history, from old masters to modern classics, in one of Madrid’s most elegant cultural landmarks.
Museo Arqueológico
A fascinating journey through Spain’s ancient past, with treasures that bring archaeology, history and Mediterranean cultures to life.
CULTUREGALERIES & EXHIBITIONS
CAIXA FORUM
Círculo de Bellas Artes
La Casa Encendida
GASTRONOMYGastronomic
capital
Michelin Stars
DIVERXO
A three-Michelin-starred culinary universe by Dabiz Muñoz, where creativity, flavour and theatrical storytelling come together in one of Madrid’s most iconic dining experiences.
DEESSA
A two-Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant at Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, where chef Quique Dacosta brings elegance, creativity and Mediterranean soul to the table.
SMOKED ROOM
An intimate two-Michelin-starred experience by Dani García, where fire, smoke and haute cuisine create a bold and immersive journey for just a few diners.
RAMÓN FREIXA ATELIER
An intimate fine-dining experience in Barrio de Salamanca, awarded two Michelin stars in the 2026 Guide.
LOCAL GASTRONOMY
CASA MACARENO
LHARDY
TRAMO
CELSO Y MANOLO
BODEGA DE LA ARDOSA
LA ANCHA
LA CARMENCITA
LA BOLA
CASA LUCIO
LA CASTELA
Entertainment
Enjoy the city that
never sleeps
FLAMENCO
Corral de la Morería
Flamenco de Leones
Tablao de la Villa
Tablao de la Pacheca
SPORTS
Santiago Bernabéu
Hipódromo de la Zarzuela
Wanda Metropolitano
Pza de Toros de las Ventas
MUSICALS
Lion King
We Will Rock You
WAH Madrid
Wicked
NIGHT
Ponzano
Huertas
Callejón de Puigcerdá
Chueca
Florida Park
SHOPPINGCity of fashion
BARRIO SALAMANCA
Gran Vía
Fuencarral
Wow
Best hotels in town
European benchmark for high-impact tourism