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September 5, 2011 3 Comments

Madrid, Spain

Madrid, Spain – where to eat, where to stay, and what to do in Madrid, including visiting the Museo del Prado.

Madrid  is a charming city with so much culture and history, especially if you are into museums, in particular, “Museo del Prado.”  In addition, I was surprised to find out that Madrid is also famous for its nightlife.  As we strolled the streets of Madrid, my husband and I took note of the great architecture and how Madrid wasn’t too crowded in comparison to other cosmopolitan cities.

Unfortunately, due to the mixed reviews online, I was in Madrid for just 1 night. Looking back I do regret not having stayed in Madrid for 2 nights since I travelled that far, however after visiting Barcelona, in my opinion Spain’s BEST city, I now understand why most people suggested staying in Barcelona longer than Madrid.  And thus, If you are into museums and art, I recommend checking out Madrid, and at the very least because it is the capital of Spain.

RECOMMENDED STAY
at least 2 nights, more if you are into museums




Metropolis building on Gran Via
 

Puerta de Alcala
 
 
Puerta del Sol… the most famous square centrally located
 
 
Monument of King Charles III
 
 
2 elderly women slow dancing at Puerta del Sol… it was nice to see people of all ages and races together
 
 
 
the square is great for people watching, strolling, and just absorbing the architecture all around
 
 
Strolling thru Puerta del Sol during twilight… romantic and pretty
 
 
Jamon (ham) on display in most grocery stores in Madrid… it almost takes the form of art
 
 
Strolling into Plaza de Isabel II (Opera Station) from Puerta del Sol… slight resemblance to Paris in terms of architecture
 
 
 

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Gran Via… famous street for shopping 

 

 
Madrid lights up at night
 


Beautiful building… so magnificent and royal
 
 
 
Madrid’s Puerta de Atocha rail station… much more clean and punctual than France & Italy, so impressed
 
 
 
seville 056On our way to Seville

 

 
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  1. Lilli says

    May 3, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    I'd love to visit Spain one day… everything just looks so great!!!

    AmoreAlways.blogspot.com

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  2. San Cebria villa in spain says

    November 14, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    Madrid is the beautiful city and i like the Puerta del Sol which is crowded with lots of visitors every year. I love to visit here with my friends and doing some fun with local peoples. Peoples of this city are so loving and caring they enjoying everyday by singing,dancing and cooking delicious food. I think so many times to settle down here but due to some family matters it is not possible for me. Anyway this is great sharing from your side.

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  3. spain road trip says

    May 2, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    Thanks for the nice read and the great pictures. As the song goes "…and I think to myself, what a wonderful world…"

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