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Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner

Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

Madrid: Santiago Bernabéu and Real Madrid Guided tour

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
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What to do in Madrid
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Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.

Puerta del Sol
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.

Bernabéu Stadium
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.

Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.

Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Parque Warner Madrid
Enjoy the rides and games at Parque Warner Madrid and see why people love this theme park in San Martin de la Vega. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.

National Prado Museum
An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.

El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

IFEMA
Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style.
Where to stay in Madrid

Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

Salamanca
Enjoy the popular shops in Salamanca. El Corte Inglés is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station to see more of Madrid.

Retiro
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. Top attractions like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.

Moncloa-Aravaca
You might take some time to check out the lively bars in Moncloa-Aravaca. Spend some time visiting top spots like Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, and catch the metro at Ciudad Universitaria Station or Aravaca Metro Station to see more of the area.

Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
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