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Essential places to visit in Madrid
May 11 2021
A city of culture, nightlife, architectural beauty and rich history, Madrid is the ideal city for a getaway to be terribly proud of.
And although this city offers very interesting and almost infinite activities to enjoy, if you are looking to get to know Madrid up close, at ILUNION Hotels we want you to know that your getaway to the capital of Spain has some essential visits if you identify with the traveler you love Get to know the terrain like a local.
Essential Madrid: the 6 visits that will make you fall in love
Although Madrid gratefully welcomes its travelers at any time of the year, the best time to visit Madrid is May and October, months in which the climate is pleasant and mild and the picture is colorful and unique.
Do you want to know which places are essential in your visit to this great city? Join us!
Go shopping in Gran Vía and Fuencarral
If we have to mention a basic Madrid staple that you have probably heard of, that is Gran Vía street. And there are enough reasons why this is one of the most popular streets in Madrid: its large shopping centers attract both tourists and to locals to make their purchases. However, Gran Vía is best known for hosting internationally acclaimed works in its fabulous theaters.
Fuencarral street, for its part, presents the opportunity to access fashion conceived by independent or world-renowned designers. In addition, in the adjoining streets you can find shops and businesses inspired by a more alternative spirit.
Strolling through Malasaña
Despite being one of the historic neighborhoods of Madrid, Malasaña welcomes the most modern inhabitants of the city. Most of its streets are somewhat narrow, while others are pedestrianized. Be that as it may, the Malasaña neighborhood is a strong tourist attraction for visitors and locals thanks to its cozy squares and busy bars.
Have fun at the Museum of Illusions
One of the positive points of a big city is the variety of activities it offers on a cultural level and in this sense Madrid is not far behind. In fact, the Museum of Illusions, after conquering other cities such as Shanghai and Barcelona, settles in Madrid.
It will be in this museum where you can play to confuse the perception of your eyes through perspective, architecture and geometry.
Be fascinated with the Temple of Debod
It is possible to find part of the magic of Ancient Egypt in the Mountain of the Prince Pio, to the west of the Plaza España. The Temple of Debod is a 2,200-year-old building exhibited in Madrid as a gift from Egypt to Spain.
This gratitude was a consequence of Spain's participation in UNESCO's claim to save and protect the Nubian temples due to the construction of a new dam in Aswan.
Get a beautiful picture at sunset, when the sun goes down and it hides behind the temple.
Tapea in the San Miguel Market
Don't leave Madrid without going to the Mercado de San Miguel and trying the variety of typical Spanish products. Or tapas during the night, when the market takes on a fabulous atmosphere.
This fantastic market, one of the most emblematic of Madrid, is characterized by its large number of stalls and its iron architecture.
Rest in El Retiro
After a long day of walking or hustling, visit El Retiro, one of the most famous and historic parks in Madrid where the greenery and tranquility of the place will make you forget that you are still in the city.
The park consists of an artificial pond where it is possible to rent a boat. It also has the majestic and imposing Palacio de Cristal, where contemporary art exhibitions are currently held.
Visiting Madrid on a getaway can be a fantastic way to get to know this city that, it seems, never sleeps.
To make your trip more pleasant and you can rest as it deserves, we recommend that you stay at our hotels in Madrid with excellent communication with the airport and the center:
ILUNION Alcalá Norte: A hotel in San Blas very close to the Wanda Metropolitano stadium
ILUNION Atrium: A modern 4-star hotel with pool a few minutes from IFEMA
ILUNION Pío XII: Your best option if you are looking for hotels near Chamartín and just a few minutes from Plaza Castilla
ILUNION Suites Madrid: A hotel for events in the center of Madrid, close to Paseo de la Castellana and the Santiago Bernabéu stadium.
Bon Voyage, traveler!
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And although this city offers very interesting and almost infinite activities to enjoy, if you are looking to get to know Madrid up close, at ILUNION Hotels we want you to know that your getaway to the capital of Spain has some essential visits if you identify with the traveler you love Get to know the terrain like a local.
Essential Madrid: the 6 visits that will make you fall in love
Although Madrid gratefully welcomes its travelers at any time of the year, the best time to visit Madrid is May and October, months in which the climate is pleasant and mild and the picture is colorful and unique.
Do you want to know which places are essential in your visit to this great city? Join us!
Go shopping in Gran Vía and Fuencarral
If we have to mention a basic Madrid staple that you have probably heard of, that is Gran Vía street. And there are enough reasons why this is one of the most popular streets in Madrid: its large shopping centers attract both tourists and to locals to make their purchases. However, Gran Vía is best known for hosting internationally acclaimed works in its fabulous theaters.
Fuencarral street, for its part, presents the opportunity to access fashion conceived by independent or world-renowned designers. In addition, in the adjoining streets you can find shops and businesses inspired by a more alternative spirit.
Strolling through Malasaña
Despite being one of the historic neighborhoods of Madrid, Malasaña welcomes the most modern inhabitants of the city. Most of its streets are somewhat narrow, while others are pedestrianized. Be that as it may, the Malasaña neighborhood is a strong tourist attraction for visitors and locals thanks to its cozy squares and busy bars.
Have fun at the Museum of Illusions
One of the positive points of a big city is the variety of activities it offers on a cultural level and in this sense Madrid is not far behind. In fact, the Museum of Illusions, after conquering other cities such as Shanghai and Barcelona, settles in Madrid.
It will be in this museum where you can play to confuse the perception of your eyes through perspective, architecture and geometry.
Be fascinated with the Temple of Debod
It is possible to find part of the magic of Ancient Egypt in the Mountain of the Prince Pio, to the west of the Plaza España. The Temple of Debod is a 2,200-year-old building exhibited in Madrid as a gift from Egypt to Spain.
This gratitude was a consequence of Spain's participation in UNESCO's claim to save and protect the Nubian temples due to the construction of a new dam in Aswan.
Get a beautiful picture at sunset, when the sun goes down and it hides behind the temple.
Tapea in the San Miguel Market
Don't leave Madrid without going to the Mercado de San Miguel and trying the variety of typical Spanish products. Or tapas during the night, when the market takes on a fabulous atmosphere.
This fantastic market, one of the most emblematic of Madrid, is characterized by its large number of stalls and its iron architecture.
Rest in El Retiro
After a long day of walking or hustling, visit El Retiro, one of the most famous and historic parks in Madrid where the greenery and tranquility of the place will make you forget that you are still in the city.
The park consists of an artificial pond where it is possible to rent a boat. It also has the majestic and imposing Palacio de Cristal, where contemporary art exhibitions are currently held.
Visiting Madrid on a getaway can be a fantastic way to get to know this city that, it seems, never sleeps.
To make your trip more pleasant and you can rest as it deserves, we recommend that you stay at our hotels in Madrid with excellent communication with the airport and the center:
ILUNION Alcalá Norte: A hotel in San Blas very close to the Wanda Metropolitano stadium
ILUNION Atrium: A modern 4-star hotel with pool a few minutes from IFEMA
ILUNION Pío XII: Your best option if you are looking for hotels near Chamartín and just a few minutes from Plaza Castilla
ILUNION Suites Madrid: A hotel for events in the center of Madrid, close to Paseo de la Castellana and the Santiago Bernabéu stadium.
Bon Voyage, traveler!