Madrid City Breaks
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MADRID, YOUR CAPITVATING CITY ESCAPE
Spain’s vibrant capital is an exciting destination for city breaks, just a short flight from the UK. Packed full of world-beating art galleries, centuries-old palaces and colourful markets, Madrid is a place you won’t want to leave.
Whether you spend your city break marvelling at a Picasso, or wandering through the hallways of the largest royal palace in Europe, there are endless opportunities for sightseeing in this bustling metropolis.
What’s more, Madrid is an excellent place for families – when you’ve had your fill of modern art, why not check out the Bernabau Stadium, or spend a thrilling afternoon a top theme park? Choose your flight & hotel deal below!
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Currency Euro €
Language Spanish
Time Zone GMT+01:00
Avg. Flight Time 2h 25m
Peak Travel May-October
Price of a pint £3.00
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Top attractions in Madrid
Palacio Real is the biggest royal place in Europe, and a can’t-miss on your Madrid city break. This grand building comes with 3.400 rooms, spread over 135,000m² – wear your comfy shoes for this one! Arrive on the first Wednesday of each month to witness the Changing of the Guard. Madrid has a impressive number of art galleries to choose from, but one of our favourites...more
Family fun in Madrid
Madrid is an excellent city for families, with tons of all-ages activities around every corner. After a peek at Picasso’s greatest works, head to Madrid Rio, a riverside park with lots to keep everyone occupied. You’ll find ziplines, swings, slides, and even an artificial beach in this family-friendly park. If you’ve got a sports fan in the family, a trip to Bernabeu...more
Food and drink in Madrid
To eat lunch like a local, head to the nearest bar and ask for a bocadillo de calamares. This tasty and inexpensive snack consists of lightly fried squid, served in a crispy Spanish baguette called barra de pan. Add a squeeze of alioli or a squirt of lemon, and you’re good to go. If you have a hankering for tapas on your city break, don’t forget to order setas al ajillo...more
Hidden gems in Madrid
If you’re in Madrid for a few days, you’ll have time to check out some attractions off the beaten path. Don’t miss a visit to the Temple of Debod, an Egyptian temple dating back to the 2nd century BC. The temple was donated to Spain during construction of the Aswan dam, and is now proudly on display in Parque del Oeste, near the Royal Palace. There are dozens of markets...more
