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Popular Best Things to Do in Madrid [2025]
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Royal Palace of Madrid
4.7
/5
1530 reviews
10
From AU$ 31.26
Based on 35,746 reviews
Austrias | 900m from downtown
Phone +34 914 54 87 00
Address: Centro, 28071 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights: Europe's largest royal palace | 270-yr-old landmark | Stradivarius Palatinos | Changing of the guard
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The Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain, took about two hours to visit. The overall feeling was good, showing the majesty and luxury of the royal family. There are rich exhibits in the palace, but the number of rooms open for visits is limited, so tickets need to be booked in advance.
Breathtaking! Different room with different theme and design. Don’t rush, this place rewards those who pause to notice its finer details.
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Prado Museum
4.7
/5
1062 reviews
9.9
From AU$ 31.75
Based on 58,585 reviews
Triangulo del arte | 1 km from downtown
Phone +34-913-302800
Address: Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights: Spain's most-visited museum | The Golden Triangle of Art | Las Meninas | Over 21k collections
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As one of the world's four major museums, traveling to Madrid is not to be missed. The creation is 10 points rich, the space is wide, and you can slowly enjoy it. Trip.com Buying tickets in advance can save queue time. 10 points are convenient.
The Prado Museum has many precious oil paintings and sculptures, which are worth setting aside time to enjoy. It is more convenient to make an appointment online at Trip.com . I will receive an electronic admission certificate soon, and I will visit the museum directly, saving time to queue up to buy tickets.
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Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
4.6
/5
495 reviews
9.2
From AU$ 61.73
Based on 23,442 reviews
Financial District | 4.2 km from downtown
Phone +34-91-3984300
Address: Av. de Concha Espina, 1, Chamartín, 28036 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Europe 50 – Best Things to Do
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The journey of glory to the Bernabeu Temple of football, the moment you step into the Bernabeu stadium, it seems to step into the meteoric river of the football world. This legendary stadium in Madrid carries Real Madrid's century of glory and glory, every inch of land tells the blood and dreams of football. When you step inside the stadium, the first thing you see is the intoxicating green field. Even without the sound of the crowd at the game, it still exudes an unspeakable magic. The sun is shining on the grass, the green turf is shining, and people can't help but imagine the giant stars such as C Luo, Benzema and others galloping here, they burst through the defense line like a foot, and the wonderful shot seems to still echo in the ear. Walking down the aisle, you will reach the players' dressing room. It is the heart of the team, and every corner is full of team atmosphere. The neatly arranged locker, with familiar players' names and numbers hanging on it, seemed to see their tense and fighting preparations before the game. The coach's impassioned tactical arrangements, the players' shouts of encouragement, seemed to echo in this space. Entering the honor room, it seems to enter the hall of football history. In the display cabinet, the trophy that shines, is a witness to Real Madrid's brilliant achievements. The Champions League, La Liga trophy... They carry countless days and nights of struggle and struggle, and are the eternal pride of the team and fans. Here, you can deeply feel Real Madrid's dedication to victory and the infinite love of football. The view of the stands at the Bernabeu is suddenly clear. Imagine that on match day, there are almost 80,000 fans wearing white jerseys, forming a sea of white. Their shouts and cheers are intertwined to form a powerful force to cheer the team. This shocking atmosphere is the unique charm of football. Visiting the Bernabeu is not only a visit to the stadiums, but also a search for the spirit of football. Here you can feel the depth of Real Madrid's heritage and appreciate the passion and charm of football. It is a holy place in the hearts of football fans, every corner is worth savoring, every history is worth remembering. 🇪🇸Hola, Madrid.⚽️ Glory belongs to Real Madrid 🏆
Very unforgettable memories, there was no game on the course that day, but seeing such a successful club founded in 1902, the respect and shock of leisure is still very strong. Worth a visit
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Las Ventas Bullring
4.4
/5
214 reviews
8.7
From AU$ 85.81
Based on 2,701 reviews
3.8 km from downtown
Phone +34-913-562200
Address: C. de Alcalá, 237, Salamanca, 28028 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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Tickets were issued very quickly, in half a day. But in fact, you don't need to buy tickets in advance. You can go to the bullring one hour in advance on the day of the opening to queue up and buy tickets. It's much cheaper than this ticket.
The whole process takes about 2-2.5 hours, and 6-7 bulls fight. Whether it's good or not depends largely on the bullfighters of the day. Some people just go to work as a routine, and some are very passionate and very good. Anyway, you can come and watch a show if you have nothing to do. You're here.
If it's not very sunny on the day, you don't need to buy the shady side. The sunny side is good and cheap.
You can rent a cushion at the venue for 1.5 euros. It is recommended to rent one, otherwise your butt will hurt.
The bullring is in the Neo-Mudéjar style, with red bricks on the exterior, decorated with Arabic-style exquisite carvings and semi-arc windows, and ceramics inlaid with the provincial emblems of various Spanish provinces. The bullring is about 65 meters in diameter, with four floors and can accommodate about 23,000 spectators. It is the largest bullring in Spain and the third largest bullring in the world. As one of the landmark buildings in Madrid and an important symbol of Spanish culture, it attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world every year and is an important place to experience Spanish culture and traditions. The architecture of the bullring and the bullfighting activities themselves have provided a rich source of inspiration for many artists. Many paintings, literature, and music works are based on the Madrid bullring or bullfighting. It is worth a visit.
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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
4.6
/5
346 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 20.03
Based on 16,848 reviews
Madrid City Center | 1.3 km from downtown
Phone +34 91 774 1000
Address: C. de Sta. Isabel, 52, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is a must-see for modern art lovers in Madrid. The museum is home to iconic works, including Picasso’s Guernica, as well as pieces by Dalí, Miró, and other 20th-century artists. Its spacious layout, clear signage, and serene atmosphere make it easy to navigate and enjoy. Whether you’re a dedicated art enthusiast or just looking to explore Madrid’s cultural scene, this museum is an essential stop.
The Reina Sofía Museum is a top spot in Madrid, home to Picasso’s Guernica and works by Dalí and Miró. Its modern art collection is impressive, and the exhibits are thought-provoking. Visit in the morning or during free entry hours to avoid crowds. If you love art, don’t miss it!
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El Retiro Park
4.6
/5
268 reviews
7.5
Based on 57,113 reviews
1.7 km from downtown
Phone +34-914-008740
Address: Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 50 – Spring Outings
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The park is large and shaded by trees. It feels quite nice to walk around and stop whenever you have time. The Crystal Palace and the small lake in front are pleasant, and there are swans, ducks and pigeons playing around, creating a peaceful atmosphere. There are also free art exhibitions to see, which is worth mentioning.
Originally the spiritual retreat of Spain’s ultimate power couple, Isabella and Ferdinand, Retiro evolved into a pleasure palace when the rather less devout Felipe IV wore the crown.
Built by his valido (the equivalent of Prime Minister), the Conde Duque de Olivares, more than 20 buildings went up between 1630 and 1660 to please the playboy king who enjoyed balls, theater and reenactments of naval battles performed on the park’s central lake.
The Palacio de Velazquez is not the only Reina Sofía gallery nearby. Venture further south and you’ll come upon the Palacio de Cristal, a huge greenhouse built in 1887 to house flora brought over from the Philippines — then a Spanish colony. Sadly, at the time, Filipino natives were also brought over and forced to live in their “natural habitat” by the side of the ornamental pond outside. The dark history of this human zoo was rightly exposed and condemned in a 2021 exhibition by Filipino artist, Kidlat Tahimik, held in the space.
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Plaza Mayor
4.5
/5
578 reviews
7.5
Austrias | 336m from downtown
Address: Pl. Mayor, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.4 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Madrid
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Stay near the Majorelle Gardens. After visiting several gardens and museums, walk from this pleasant and exquisite area to several attractions on the Djemaa El Fna Square. Visit the city's large bazaar in the old town of Marrakech. There are all kinds of people, streets, and horse-drawn carriages. After sunset, the market in the square becomes a group of food stalls. You can experience it and eat barbecue. The Moroccan breakfast is colorful and you can try it.
Compared with the bustling Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor adds a sense of laziness. When I walked into this square "courtyard" from the ancient neighborhood of Madrid, I immediately felt a unique atmosphere! There are 9 arches in the square connecting the surrounding streets and alleys.
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Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
4.3
/5
98 reviews
7.2
From AU$ 24.70
Based on 17,001 reviews
Madrid City Center | 755m from downtown
Phone +34 917 911 370
Address: P.º del Prado, 8, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.5 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Madrid
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Compared with the Prado Museum and the Reina Sofia Art Center in Madrid, the Thyssen Museum has fewer visitors, and its exhibits are mainly works by famous painters from various periods collected by Thyssen.
These three museums are very good and have their own characteristics! Prado is known as the third in Europe. It is a traditional oil painting of the 14-18 century. There are many palace paintings and cannot be photographed. Sofia is mainly modern abstract paintings. There are Picasso's. Tyson's comprehensive paintings of many famous painters, there are Monet's paintings. It is worth seeing. Prado can see one day, and the two will take at least 4 hours. We went to a museum one day and looked at it carefully.
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Puerta del Sol
4.6
/5
593 reviews
7.1
Based on 10,983 reviews
Madrid City Center | 29m from downtown
Phone +34-915-326490
Address: Centro, Madrid, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
No.6 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Madrid
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The Puerta del Sol was originally built on the wall of Madrid in the 15th century, facing east. The gate tower was decorated with a rising sun pattern, hence the name; in the continuous expansion of the city, the gate was demolished in 1570.
The square that was built retained the name of "Puerta del Sol" and gradually became the center of the city.
From a bird's eye view, with the 12,000 square meters of semicircular square as the center, 10 streets and alleys spread out radially, like the rising sun, shining brightly.
In the center of the square, the oval fountains on the east and west sides are surrounded by the statue of Carlos III sitting in the center. This king who presided over the construction of a large number of Madrid's infrastructure and was highly respected by the people of Madrid, rode a tall horse, smiled and watched the square and the city's changes.
On the south side is the most classic building in the square-the Security Bureau Building. The building was built between 1766 and 1768 (the bell tower was added in 1867). Its simple and bright style and red and white facade convey the mood of neoclassical palace-style architecture.
The building was originally the central post office of Madrid, and later the headquarters of the Ministry of National Security during the Franco period. It is now the office building of the Madrid government.
For a long time, the Spanish people loved the big clock on the roof of the Security Bureau building, regarded the time of this big clock as the Spanish standard time, and regarded it as an honor to come here to check the clock. To this day, every time when the old year is about to end and the new year is about to begin, people still gather in the square to listen to the ringing of the New Year's bell in the building.
On the north side, four slightly arc-shaped buildings are lined up along the way, with fashionable facades and crystal white; on the roof in the middle is a "TIO PEPE" (Tio Pepe, the world's number one brand of sherry wine) advertisement, which is exaggerated and elegant, and cute.
On the ground of the street in front of the main entrance of the Security Bureau building, there is a sign of the zero kilometer of the highway. The semicircular sign is inlaid with a map of Spain and the Iberian Peninsula and the words "0 km, starting point of the road". The mileage of Spanish roads is calculated from this point, and the street numbers in Madrid are compiled from this point.
If you don't leave a photo, it's like your shoes have never set foot in Madrid.
When you visit Madrid, stop at the numerous city squares, stroll through the crisscrossing streets and alleys, you will always meet all kinds of street performers...
Some are classic, some are absurd, some are singing and dancing, some are dazed and fooling around, and the beautiful scenery lines have broadened the horizons of many tourists.
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Teatro Flamenco Madrid
4.7
/5
12 reviews
7.0
From AU$ 68.79
Based on 921 reviews
Malasana | 719m from downtown
Address: Calle del Pez 10, 28004 Madrid Spain
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It was really great! Although it was only an hour, I could still feel the passion of the dancers, every light and heavy step~ and the performances of the guitarists and singers were very good! The atmosphere was also very good, and I still have to experience it if I have the chance~ The front row seats with drinks are really great~
It's an exotic experience. Although I don't understand it, I should experience it when I get to the local area. The dancers are very passionate and perform very hard and seriously. I feel that they are very attentive. The service staff are also warm and sincere. The theater is not big. We sat in the first row and saw it clearly. The drinks were also delicious.
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