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Madrid, Spain

Things to Do in Madrid

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Avila & Segovia Tour with Tickets to Monuments from Madrid

Most booked tours and tickets in Madrid

Avila & Segovia Tour with Tickets to Monuments from Madrid

Avila & Segovia Tour with Tickets to Monuments from Madrid

4.812,075 reviews9h
Three Cities in One Day: Segovia, Avila and Toledo from Madrid

Three Cities in One Day: Segovia, Avila and Toledo from Madrid

4.811,221 reviews12h
Toledo Tour from Madrid: Cathedral, Synagogue & St. Tome's Church

Toledo Tour from Madrid: Cathedral, Synagogue & St. Tome's Church

4.88,061 reviews8h
Toledo Half or Full Day Tour with Optional Lunch from Madrid

Toledo Half or Full Day Tour with Optional Lunch from Madrid

4.56,331 reviews5h
From Madrid: Toledo & Segovia Day Tour with Lunch & Tickets

From Madrid: Toledo & Segovia Day Tour with Lunch & Tickets

4.65,871 reviews11h
Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Food Tour – Small Group Local Bars

Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Food Tour – Small Group Local Bars

4.95,423 reviews3h
Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour

4.93,704 reviews3h
Tour Welcome Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private with Local Guide

Tour Welcome Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private with Local Guide

4.83,499 reviews1h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Madrid's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Madrid

  1. 1Prado Museum
  2. 2Reina Sofía
  3. 3Retiro Park
  4. 4Plaza Mayor
  5. 5Royal Palace
  6. 6Gran Vía
  • A World-Class Art Triangle: Beyond the Prado's Velázquez and Reina Sofía's Picasso, the Thyssen-Bornemisza completes the 'Golden Triangle of Art' with an unparalleled collection from Renaissance to Pop Art. For a modern twist, explore the CaixaForum's vertical garden or the Sorolla Museum, the artist's former home and studio.
  • The Epic Tapas & Vermouth Culture: Experience the authentic tapeo, hopping from bar to bar in Cava Baja or Huertas. Savor classics like jamón ibérico at Museo del Jamón, crispy fried calamari at El Brillante, and inventive modern bites at markets like Mercado de San Antón, always paired with a caña (small beer) or a vermut.
  • Vibrant, Diverse Neighborhoods: Each barrio has its own soul. Discover the indie boutiques and vintage bars of Malasaña, the upscale galleries and sushi bars of Salamanca, the traditional castizo (authentic Madrid) vibe of Lavapiés, and the literary history of the Barrio de las Letras.

Tickets and passes in Madrid

Flamenco Show & Special Menu at Torres Bermejas in Madrid

Flamenco Show & Special Menu at Torres Bermejas in Madrid

4.32,142 reviews1h
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

4.82,095 reviews1h 10m
Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour

Madrid Small Group Premium Tailored Nighttime Tapas Tour

4.91,991 reviews3h 30m

Food and drink experiences in Madrid

Toledo Tour & Vineyard Experience with Wine Tasting from Madrid

Toledo Tour & Vineyard Experience with Wine Tasting from Madrid

4.93,051 reviews8h
Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide

Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide

5.02,395 reviews4h
100% Hands-on Cooking Class Paella Tapas Sangria in Madrid

100% Hands-on Cooking Class Paella Tapas Sangria in Madrid

5.01,455 reviews4h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Madrid

Avila with Walls and Segovia with Alcazar from Madrid

Avila with Walls and Segovia with Alcazar from Madrid

4.53,585 reviews9h
Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid

Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid

4.31,144 reviews5h 30m
Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting

Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting

4.91,078 reviews6h

Hidden gems in Madrid

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Museo Sorolla

The beautifully preserved former home and studio of the Valencian Impressionist painter Joaquín Sorolla, filled with his luminous works and tranquil gardens.

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.

Anticafé La Bicicleta

A unique café in Malasaña where you pay for time (around €4 per hour) rather than per coffee, and all drinks and snacks are unlimited.

Cerralbo Museum

A sumptuous 19th-century palace-museum packed with the eclectic art and artifact collections of the Marquis of Cerralbo.

El Matadero Madrid

A former slaughterhouse complex in Arganzuela transformed into a vast, cutting-edge contemporary arts center with exhibitions, theatre, and a cool vibe.

Day trips from Madrid

Toledo

33 min by high-speed AVE train from Atocha

The historic 'City of Three Cultures' (Christian, Jewish, Muslim), perched on a hill overlooking the Tagus River. A UNESCO site famed for its medieval architecture, El Greco masterpieces, and marzipan.

Segovia

30 min by high-speed AVE train from Chamartín

A stunning city known for its perfectly preserved Roman aqueduct, fairy-tale Alcázar (said to inspire Disney's castle), and Gothic cathedral. Famous for its succulent roast suckling pig (cochinillo).

El Escorial & Valle de los Caídos

1 hour by bus (664 or 661 from Moncloa) or 50 min by regional train

Visit the immense, austere Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage site and royal pantheon. Nearby is the controversial Valley of the Fallen, a monumental basilica and memorial.

Plan your Madrid trip

Things to do in Madrid: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Madrid?+

Top sights include Prado Museum, Reina Sofía, Retiro Park and Plaza Mayor. Away from the crowds, try Museo Sorolla and Quinta de los Molinos Park.

What are the most popular tours in Madrid?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Avila & Segovia Tour with Tickets to Monuments from Madrid (4.8 stars, 12,075 reviews); Three Cities in One Day: Segovia, Avila and Toledo from Madrid (4.8 stars, 11,221 reviews); Toledo Tour from Madrid: Cathedral, Synagogue & St. Tome's Church (4.8 stars, 8,061 reviews).

How much do tours in Madrid cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €17 and €145 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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