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Things to do in Madrid, Community of Madrid: The Best Historic Sites
So many of Madrid’s buildings look like castles, you’ll think you’ve stumbled into a fairytale. Even City Hall is astounding, with its white pinnacles and neo-Gothic features. A self-guided architecture tour can begin by the great bear statue in the central Puerta del Sol. Wander by the fanciful Royal Palace before absorbing the natural beauty of Retiro Park, then visit one of the city’s many museums. You could happily cap off each day by nibbling on forkfuls of paella while sipping Spanish rioja.
Restaurants in Madrid
1. Calle De Bordadores
2. Salon De Gasparini
3. Royal Palace of Madrid
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34,553 reviews
Luxurious, over-the-top rococo palace with over 2,000 opulently gilded rooms.
Reviewed By WizWiz - England, United Kingdom
The excellent audio guide was sufficient for exploring the palace without a guided tour The Palace was really impressive, the view from the Scenic viewpoint was breathtaking and the works of art inside were very antique and impressive; do make sure you include a visit to the armoury. Overall, the sheer splendour of the palace was breathtaking, every one of the rooms exquisite, and particularly the magnificent Throne Room. Well worth a visit
4. Escuela Superior de Canto de Madrid
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
5. Iglesia de San Anton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
This tiny, unassuming church houses the remains of St. Valentine, the third-century Italian bishop considered the father of romance and love.
6. Casa de la Panaderia
7. Palacio de Santa Cruz
8. Casa de la Villa
9. Palacio de Villahermosa
10. Plaza Mayor
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26,554 reviews
Huge plaza packed with cafes, bars and tourists.
Reviewed By Falconaf1971 - Leigh, United Kingdom
One of my favourite parts of the city of Madrid, we were there during the day and also at night to eat. A beautiful square with tourist information, plenty of places to eat and drink although we recommend Gusto’s, a great ice cream shop on the same side as the tourist information, just beware of the Spanish flamenco dresses lined up and also any character such as Mickey Mouse offering to let you take a photo with them as they want money off you for this, and some can be a bit damanding. But other than this it’s great, the architecture is stunning plenty of people around and souvenir shops just out of this square. It’s a short walk from puerto del sol another favourite place. Well worth a trip here, we did it every night
