10 Top Attractions in Madrid Spain

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Author: Austin Ortiz
Madrid is a fascinating city. Here the traditional and contemporary coexist in harmony. The historic quarter of the city with its narrow cobbled streets and medieval buildings and churches are as startling as the flashy skyscrapers of the modern city.

Replete with attractions, it takes weeks to explore this lovely capital city of Spain. Nonetheless, the discerning traveler who wants to experience the spirit of Madrid would prefer visiting the most popular attractions of the city.

Top Attractions in Madrid

15 Top Things to do in Madrid, Spain

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Author: Justin Miller
When you visit Spain, it is more a question of what to choose than what to do. Here is a list of 15 top things to do in Madrid, Spain.

1.15 Top Things to do in Madrid, Spain – Puerta del Sol: Start from the city centre to have a feel of the pulse of Madrid, setting off on your exploration of the city.

2.15 Top Things to do in Madrid, Spain – Plaza Mayor: With a history dating from the middle ages, the Plaza has hosted numerous festivities and bull fights.

3.15 Top Things to do in Madrid, Spain – Parque del Retiro: Have a piece of nature with a park, museum, palace, lakes and a rose garden put together into a peaceful block in the heart of the city.

Tapas Bar-Hop to These Five Places in Madrid

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Visitors will be shoulder to shoulder in this overcrowded spot that has earned a reputation as one of Madrid's best tapas bars. The kitchen pays special attention to detail and the recipes are inventive, ushering in a wave of change, and a whole new world of experimentation in tapas. There are only four desserts: chocolate cake, lemon tart, "angel" tart (a kind of angel food-like cake), and napoleon, all made from secret family recipes. There is a second location at Velasquez, 57 (off the Velasquez subway stop), as well.