Madrid Travel Stories

Sep 22, 2023 • 11 min read

This itinerary will take you through plazas filled with locals and throw you into cultural hubs and wonky-beamed bodegas

Jun 19, 2023 • 8 min read

The Spanish capital is a city of fine food and rich culture, but costs can mount up quickly. Here's our guide to the best free things to do in Madrid.

Jun 18, 2023 • 6 min read

Commuter-friendly Madrid has a great public transportation network to get travelers around the city and its surrounding towns.

Jun 15, 2023 • 6 min read

Each of Madrid's vibrant neighborhoods has a distinct character. These are the best barrios to explore.

Jun 13, 2023 • 6 min read

Make the most of your trip to the Spanish capital with these savvy spending tips.

Jun 12, 2023 • 6 min read

Everything you need to know ahead of your trip, from how many days to spend in town to the best ways to get around.

Jun 12, 2023 • 5 min read

It isn't always as warm as you might think in Madrid. Time your visit just right with this guide to the city’s festivals and climate.

May 24, 2023 • 5 min read

How to book accommodation, take in museums and eat very well in the Spanish capital for under €500.

Sep 23, 2022 • 5 min read

Lace up your trekking boots, here are some of the best hiking routes within an hour’s drive of Madrid's city center.

Jun 26, 2022 • 8 min read

Madrid is an amazing destination for anyone who loves art museums. From the classics to the cutting edge, here are the best ones in the Spanish capital.

Nov 23, 2021 • 8 min read

Justo Gallego Martínez, a former monk, has spent 60 years building a cathedral in the outskirts of the Spanish capital out of anything he can find.

Aug 9, 2021 • 5 min read

Writer Daniel Welsch divides his time between Madrid and Barcelona. Which city is better to visit? Find out his thoughts and which one has his heart.

Jul 12, 2021 • 5 min read

Madrid’s best parks and green zones offer something beyond the nature trip – they're a glimpse into Spain’s imperial past and rich cultural heritage.

Jul 7, 2020 • 5 min read

As some of the most popular museums in the world reopen, here are the new COVID rules and restrictions that visitors can expect.

Jan 13, 2020 • 4 min read

From subterranean ghost stations to historical mansions with sun-soaked courtyards, here are Madrid’s best museums that you haven’t visited.

Nov 13, 2019 • 4 min read

Madrid’s centenarios are restaurants, bars and cafes over 100 years old, still offering excellent traditional food and drink. Check out our favourites.

Oct 29, 2019 • 4 min read

For those who travel to eat, finding a balance of healthy/indulgent meals can be tricky. Here are the best foodie destinations for a health kick or a feast.

Oct 7, 2019 • 6 min read

With such a huge choice, narrowing down the best places restaurants in Madrid is a tough job. Here’s our top places to dine out in Spain's capital.

May 16, 2019 • 4 min read

The venue for the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Tottenham on 1 June is well chosen. For a start, no city on earth has a finer footballing…

Apr 12, 2019 • 5 min read

Calle Ponzano, a street lined with tapas bars and cocktail spots in Madrid's Chamberí neighbourhood, has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. In…

Nov 2, 2018 • 4 min read

Madrid’s Las Salesas neighbourhood – named for the nearby Plaza de las Salesas – has sprung to life in recent years thanks to a new wave of pioneering…

Jul 19, 2018 • 4 min read

Lonely Planet Local Cassandra Gambill moved to Madrid in 2010 to make her millions teaching English. Instead, she discovered a golden city that is vibrant…