Madrid is one of the greatest cities in Spain
Madrid is a vibrant, buzzing city. Its many cafés, tapas bars and restaurants are testament to the Spanish capital's legacy as a cultural and very social city - indeed it's home to Botin restaurant, the oldest in the world! There's always a party in Madrid, from Puerta del sol square to the hip district of Chueca you'll embrace a famous local nightlife made of excellent flamenco bars, great pubs & taverns and a world renowned clubbing scene. This coupled with a wealth of fantastic museums, galleries & theatres, beautiful gardens and parks makes Madrid an ideal city to visit.
Madrid's winding streets have seen a great deal of history and freetour.com recommended free walking tours will give you an unbeatable, authentic insight to this wonderful city. Join enthusiastic local guides to see hidden secrets & key sights like Palacio Real, Puerta de Alcala & majestic Almudena Cathedral and to learn about fascinating history including occupations, the civil war, the Spanish Inquisition, General Franco and much more.
There's so much to do in Madrid after your tour. You can shop and bargain hunt at El Rastro flea market, watch the world go by with a great coffee in Plaza Mayor, soak up the sun and spirit in Buen Retiro park, visit the Prado gallery for art works by Goy and Bosch, or even catch a Real Madrid game at the Bernabeu. Before long, you'll be madly in love with Madrid.
