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What to do in Madrid in December?
The call of the capital
Madrid is one of those cities that is called "majas", there is no atmosphere comparable to yours almost anywhere and it is characterized by being a place that always welcomes the traveler with open arms and a tapa in hand.
Despite being a great city, it has that familiar and trusting atmosphere that captivates, and what better time to enjoy it than during holidays? We tell you some of the things to do in Madrid for those who are going for the first time, are passing through or on an official visit on these dates.
Where to sleep in Madrid
There are many modern hotels in Madrid, such as our ILUNION Atrium hotel, which offers a safe location, since it is located away from the center, where there is more traffic.
Don't worry about getting around, as the city has a very well organized metro network and the area where the hotel is located has very good connections.
Our modern hotel in Madrid also has a gym service for those who do not want to miss a beat and a terrace with views of the entire city to enjoy after the walk.
Essentials with a Christmas touch
Apart from the architectural magnificence, which catches you wherever you go, Madrid is full of things to do and more at Christmas time. To put a classic of the dates, the city is full of markets, from the well-known Rastro, with its stalls of second-hand things, to Christmas markets that populate the squares, such as the Plaza Mayor, where, after some good shopping , you can stop for a good hot chocolate.
You cannot miss the Christmas lights, placed with real care, especially those of the botanical garden, a magical place to visit.
The nativity scene in the Plaza del Sol is not wasted and you can accompany it with some good homemade nougat, which the Madrid pastry shops prepare at parties.
But if you want something more cultural, the museums start with new exhibitions, apart from the fixed ones, such as the famous Thyssen museum, which opens an exhibition on German expressionism.
And the restrictions in Madrid?
All these plans sound great, but you have to take responsibility into account.
The current delicate situation has meant that Madrid has adopted a series of measures to take into account to carry out these activities, for example, that in the markets there is a limited capacity of 50%. We must also bear in mind that there are mobility restrictions in certain neighborhoods, so it will be better to remove them from the itinerary, and that there is a curfew from 06:00 am to 00:00 pm, something important to avoid penalties on the way to the hotel .
For those who want to dine or have a few beers, the capacity of bars and restaurants is 50% indoors and 75% on the terrace, ceasing to accept customers at 11:00 pm due to the curfew.
We are waiting for you at ILUNION Atrium!