MadridvsRome
Can't decide between Madrid and Rome? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Madrid
Madrid is Spain's elegant capital, where world-class art museums, grand plazas, and vibrant nightlife come together. The Prado and Reina Sofía house masterpieces, while tapas bars and flamenco clubs keep the city alive until dawn.
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Rome
The Eternal City is an open-air museum where ancient ruins stand alongside Renaissance masterpieces and baroque fountains. Rome offers an intoxicating mix of history, art, and la dolce vita, from the Colosseum to cozy trattorias serving authentic Italian cuisine.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
See how these destinations stack up in key categories
Culture & History
Madrid offers Prado Museum, Reina Sofía, Retiro Park
Rome offers Colosseum, Vatican City, Trevi Fountain
Food & Dining
Madrid is famous for its local dining scene
Rome is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Madrid has legendary nightlife
Rome offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
March to May, September to November
April to June, September to October
Weather
Summer: 32°C, Winter: 10°C
Summer: 30°C, Winter: 10°C
Top Attractions in Madrid
- 1Prado Museum
- 2Reina Sofía
- 3Retiro Park
- 4Plaza Mayor
- 5Royal Palace
- 6Gran Vía
Top Attractions in Rome
- 1Colosseum
- 2Vatican City
- 3Trevi Fountain
- 4Roman Forum
- 5Pantheon
- 6Spanish Steps
Madrid is Popular With
Rome is Popular With
Geheimtipps
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Geheimtipps in Madrid
- 1
Museo Sorolla
The beautifully preserved former home and studio of the Valencian Impressionist painter Joaquín Sorolla, filled with his luminous works and tranquil gardens.
- 2
Quinta de los Molinos Park
A large public park in the San Blas district that transforms in late February/March with a stunning bloom of almond trees.
Geheimtipps in Rome
- 1
Aventine Keyhole (Buco della Serratura)
A keyhole in the door of the Knights of Malta priory that perfectly frames St.
- 2
Centrale Montemartini
Ancient Roman sculptures displayed among the machinery of Rome's first power plant—a stunning contrast of industrial and classical.
Viertel zum Erkunden
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Top-Gegenden in Madrid
La Latina
The historic heart of Madrid, known for its medieval streets, traditional taverns, and the epic Sunday El Rastro flea market.
Malasaña
The birthplace of the 1980s Movida Madrileña counterculture movement, now a hub of vintage shops, independent design stores, and quirky cocktail bars.
Top-Gegenden in Rome
Trastevere
Rome's most romantic neighborhood winds through cobblestone alleys, past ivy-covered trattorias, and around intimate piazzas.
Centro Storico
The historic heart where ancient temples, Renaissance palaces, and Baroque churches compete for attention.
Budgetvergleich
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Budget in Madrid
Budget in Rome
Book Activities
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Aktivitäten in Madrid buchen
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Aktivitäten in Rome buchen
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Getting There
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Günstige Anreise nach Madrid
Vergleiche Preise für Züge, Busse und Flüge nach Madrid
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Our Verdict
Both Madrid and Rome are incredible destinations. Madrid excels in art museums and tapas, while Rome stands out for ancient history and Italian cuisine.
Best destination for:
nightlife
Madrid
art lovers
Rome
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