DISCOVER THE CITY
OF MADRID

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.


Your ultimate insider guide to the city by Madrid Secreto

Discover the best hyperlocal plans, restaurants, hidden bars, and local gems you can't miss in Madrid. All curated and recommended by locals.
EXPLORE LOCAL PLANS

CULTURE MUSEUMS

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.

CULTURE GALERIES & EXHIBITIONS

CAIXA FORUM

Círculo de Bellas Artes

La Casa Encendida

GASTRONOMY Gastronomic 
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

SHOPPING City of fashion 

BARRIO SALAMANCA

Gran Vía

Fuencarral

Wow

Best hotels in town European benchmark for high-impact tourism

Four Seasons 

Ritz

Villa Magna

Radisson Red

BUSINESS Europe’s fourth most powerful city

las 5 TORRES 

BOLSA DE MADRID

IFEMA

LA NAVE