Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Madrid October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Madrid Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Madrid.dx178281)[Hotels in Madrid](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels.d178281.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Madrid](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Madrid.d178281.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Madrid Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Madrid.d178281.Car-Rental-Guide)[Madrid Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Madrid.d178281.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Madrid ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Madrid Types of activities Where to stay [Madrid travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Madrid.dx178281) ![Madrid](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/348000/348698-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Madrid](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/348000/348729-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Almudena Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/224000/224369-Madrid-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Madrid](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/348000/348712-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Madrid](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/348000/348727-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Madrid Attractions If you consider planning a vacation in Spain’s capital, you’ve come to the right place for guidance concerning things to do in Madrid. Because Madrid is a city that offers a plethora of activities, it will be easy to find Madrid excursions to thrill each member of your travel party. Madrid is a colorful city with lots of festivals, music, outdoor markets, and an abundance of nightlife. It's been estimated that Madrid has more bars per capita than any other city of its size in the world, so come prepared to celebrate the night away in La Capital. The Gran Via are is particular known for its vibrant and eclectic nightlife. Wine also flows freely in Madrid; Spain has more land planted in wine grapes than any other wine-producing country. Madrid tours of local wine bars are one of the best ways to spend a sunny summer afternoon. If history and culture are appealing to you, the Barrio de las Letras is a must see part of the city because of its historical buildings. This neighborhood was also well-loved by some of Spain's most prominent writers; Quevedo and Cervantes both called this area home. If you are the type who likes to find quirky local spots and sit with a book while people-watching, the Conde Duque neighborhood will supply you with an excellent selection of small cafes and bars that feature an alternative ambiance. If shopping is near the top of your list of Madrid activities, you won't want to miss the Salamanca neighborhood. The multicultural area of Lavapies is one of the city's most unique places and is well worth a visit because you can find shops and cafes here representing all parts of the world. Because Madrid is such a large city, it is recommended you bring a good map to not get lost. For more information on the many attractions in Madrid, give us a call here at Expedia. 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Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3027851/1f5cdbd9-ea88-4b1f-86a3-d3e9df6ef847.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Prado Museum: Ticket & Self-Guided Audio Tour 2h 8.4/10 4 reviews CA $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/prado-museum-skip-the-line-ticket-self-guided-audio-tour.a3027851.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid: Parque de Atracciones de Madrid Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50100515/38d18673-1769-472a-8d3f-72a34028c893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid: Parque de Atracciones de Madrid Entry Ticket 6/10 1 review CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-parque-de-atracciones-de-madrid-entry-ticket.a50100515.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid: Atlantis Aquarium Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50081597/462d2fea-d320-4bb3-a5d5-b85c8c006113.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid: Atlantis Aquarium Entry Ticket 2/10 1 review CA $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-atlantis-aquarium-entry-ticket.a50081597.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Puy du Fou España + El Sueño de Toledo with Priority Seat & Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46478109/701a7e08-80d7-4732-b9e4-cff6aeae2e2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Puy du Fou España + El Sueño de Toledo with Priority Seat & Transport 13h+ Free cancellation available CA $193 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-madrid-entrance-to-puy-du-fou-sueno-de-toledo.a46478109.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid: Faunia Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50095843/d1812073-7eb8-4202-ad8b-3bbd098ed17a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid: Faunia Entry Ticket CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-faunia-entry-ticket.a50095843.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1209432/ee071a76-8dd4-44b3-b07a-96424d8464cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid 4h 9.8/10 23 reviews Free cancellation available CA $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4-hour-spanish-cooking-class-in-madrid.a1209432.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Local Flamenco Show with dinner at El Cortijo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/970978/679f8365-e720-4b22-b0e9-729818e4ef1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Local Flamenco Show with dinner at El Cortijo 2h Free cancellation available CA $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-flamenco-show-with-dinner-and-workshop-in-madrid-ticket.a970978.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1144207/9e560b45-5980-45d2-8f9e-a50c156c92e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting 6h 9.6/10 15 reviews Free cancellation available CA $235 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-countryside-wineries-guided-tour-with-wine-tasting.a1144207.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid Paella and Sangria Workshop with Tapas Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46961435/002a7f3a-655b-48ae-ae25-787b40ae4366.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid Paella and Sangria Workshop with Tapas Tasting 3h 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taller-de-paella-y-sangria-en-madrid-en-una-azotea-privada.a46961435.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Paella Workshop with Bottomless Sangria in Central Madrid](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47588885/85ce44f8-6aad-4a93-88f9-2bb1d63669e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paella Workshop with Bottomless Sangria in Central Madrid 2h 30m 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/paella-and-sangria-workshop-in-central-madrid.a47588885.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Churros and Chocolate Class in Madrid](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50049560/759e08cf-e8b3-490d-a678-58b58340c59a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Churros and Chocolate Class in Madrid 1h 30m CA $97 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/churros-and-chocolate-class-in-madrid.a50049560.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Wine Tasting near Plaza Mayor in Madrid](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/996781/02105330-3b48-4976-a2d8-22acb24fc8fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wine Tasting near Plaza Mayor in Madrid 1h 10/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available CA $41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wine-tasting-near-plaza-mayor.a996781.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid: Paella and Sangria Workshop in the City Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47991548/c11bf39f-f31c-4aa4-8552-e10541e2e689.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid: Paella and Sangria Workshop in the City Centre 3h Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-paella-and-sangria-workshop-with-dinner-and-drinks.a47991548.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Madrid Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/796064/00f294a6-0e9b-4eae-aaa2-afb8db76c132.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Madrid Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Tour 3h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-ultimate-spanish-cuisine-tour.a796064.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ![Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45270586/f61e5084-e313-4096-b8f0-28e72eba4f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing 2h 30m 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $193 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/paella-cooking-class-in-madrid-with-bottomless-wine-pairing.a45270586.activity-details?&rid=178281&location=Madrid&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Madrid | Number of things to do | 386 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Madrid: Unlimited Spain Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-unlimited-spain-internet-with-esim-mobile-data-plan.a49349338.activity-details): CA $5 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Day Tour to Toledo, Segovia & Optional Visit to Avila - 3 Cities in 1 Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-to-toledo-segovia-optional-visit-to-avila-3-cities-in-1-day.a394820.activity-details) - [Madrid City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-city-tour.a168483.activity-details) - [Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-bus-madrid-hop-on-hop-off-open-top-sightseeing-bus-tour.a46260581.activity-details) - [Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-with-madrids-royal-palace-expert-guided-tour.a521640.activity-details) - [From Madrid: Segovia & Toledo Tour with Alcazar and Optional Cathedral](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-madrid-segovia-toledo-tour-with-alcazar-and-optional-cathedral.a521023.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Madrid City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-city-tour.a168483.activity-details) - [Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-bus-madrid-hop-on-hop-off-open-top-sightseeing-bus-tour.a46260581.activity-details) - [Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-with-madrids-royal-palace-expert-guided-tour.a521640.activity-details) - [Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-guided-tour-royal-palace.a468045.activity-details) - [Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/essential-flamenco-admission-ticket.a708050.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Day Tour to Toledo, Segovia & Optional Visit to Avila - 3 Cities in 1 Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-to-toledo-segovia-optional-visit-to-avila-3-cities-in-1-day.a394820.activity-details) - [Madrid City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-city-tour.a168483.activity-details) - [Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-bus-madrid-hop-on-hop-off-open-top-sightseeing-bus-tour.a46260581.activity-details) - [Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-with-madrids-royal-palace-expert-guided-tour.a521640.activity-details) - [From Madrid: Segovia & Toledo Tour with Alcazar and Optional Cathedral](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-madrid-segovia-toledo-tour-with-alcazar-and-optional-cathedral.a521023.activity-details) | ## What to do in Madrid * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Madrid ![Gran Via which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26515-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gran Via 4.5/5(147 reviews) Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture. [](https://expedia.ca/Gran-Via-Madrid-Centro.d6221074.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bernabéu Stadium](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/348000/348798-Santiago-Bernabeu-Stadium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bernabéu Stadium 4.5/5(54 reviews) Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium. [](https://expedia.ca/Bernabeu-Stadium-Chamartin.d501636.Vacation-Attraction) ![Puerta del Sol](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/224000/224504-Puerta-Del-Sol.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Puerta del Sol 4/5(148 reviews) Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Puerta-Del-Sol-Madrid-Centro.d6282935.Vacation-Attraction) ![Plaza Mayor featuring an administrative building, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/50000/50958-Plaza-Mayor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Mayor 4.5/5(320 reviews) This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-Mayor-Madrid-Centro.d508457.Vacation-Attraction) ![El Retiro Park showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/50000/50964-El-Retiro-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### El Retiro Park 4.5/5(187 reviews) Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Retiro-Park-Jeronimos.d507750.Vacation-Attraction) ![Royal Palace which includes a park, heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51050-Royal-Palace-Palacio-Real.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Palace of Madrid 4.5/5(243 reviews) Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence. [](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Palace-Of-Madrid-Madrid-Centro.d501620.Vacation-Attraction) ![Prado Museum showing art and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51052-Prado-Museum-Museo-Nacional-Del-Prado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Prado Museum 4.5/5(204 reviews) An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer. [](https://expedia.ca/Prado-Museum-Jeronimos.d501626.Vacation-Attraction) ![IFEMA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/61859fe4aa217704267edb4d575f476e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### IFEMA 5/5(6 reviews) Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style. [](https://expedia.ca/IFEMA-Barajas.d6208786.Vacation-Attraction) ![Movistar Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7ea1ea932452a2c626056de486b4de43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Movistar Arena Catch an event at Movistar Arena during your trip to Madrid. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Movistar-Arena-Salamanca.d6166125.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Madrid ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/349000/349161-Puerta-Del-Sol.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Madrid Centro 4.5/5(313 area reviews) Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Madrid-Centro.dx553248631822337314) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57196-Benidorm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sol If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sol Station or Callao Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Sol.dx553248635977044038) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/349000/349140-Salamanca-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Salamanca 4.5/5(41 area reviews) Located in the upscale Madrid area of Calle de Serrano, this area boasts pricey real estate and Spain's third most expensive street. Discover numerous diplomatic missions, including the Swiss, French, US, and Italian embassies. [](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Salamanca.dx6053453) ![Chueca featuring a city and café lifestyle as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/50000/50923-Chueca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chueca 4.5/5(31 area reviews) This avant-garde part of Madrid is known as the gay quarter because of its numerous LGBT shops and bars, a Gay Pride march and an open-minded populace. [](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Chueca.dx6053455) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/60d0ef1058aaa716467bff45b927143e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ibiza During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area. [](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Ibiza.dx553248633935945617) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/349000/349279-Malasana-Madrid.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Malasaña 4.5/5(24 area reviews) Loved by hipsters and students for its coffeehouses and nightlife scene, this creative neighborhood also has excellent art museums, theaters and shopping. [](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Malasana.dx6355563) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Madrid ![Alcala de Henares](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a18be197b7004b157c567a10b603139c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alcala de Henares [](https://expedia.ca/Alcala-De-Henares.dx5110) ![Chinchon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0ccb748683b2c0373a8723b421baa0f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chinchon [](https://expedia.ca/Chinchon.dx11101) ![Photo "Alcobendas" by Rodrigolive (page does not exist) (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/58b2fd9870d09b969eec30604bd0d2c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [Rodrigolive (page does not exist)](//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Rodrigolive&action=edit&redlink=1) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Alcobendas [](https://expedia.ca/Alcobendas.dx55227) ![Photo "Alcorcon" by Concepcion AMAT ORTA… (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/a98487ba0e0d4133c80666d7f7a4df75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [Concepcion AMAT ORTA…](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4784666?with_photo_id=103027261) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Alcorcon [](https://expedia.ca/Alcorcon.dx179734) ![Photo "Getafe" by velomartinez (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/77cfdd51649c8babe4e58ba35b4a0503.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [velomartinez](https://www.panoramio.com/user/6215395?with_photo_id=123475207) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Getafe [](https://expedia.ca/Getafe.dx179737) ![Photo by Loreto Herraiz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f20f9060d49ead5e9b3dfecbe4751f32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Las Rozas de Madrid [](https://expedia.ca/Las-Rozas-De-Madrid.dx179739) ![Photo "Mostoles" by Luiscamar (page does not exist) (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/b5ec2e41cff48189fb64441a0573c278.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Luiscamar (page does not exist)](//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Luiscamar&action=edit&redlink=1) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Mostoles [](https://expedia.ca/Mostoles.dx179744) ![Photo by Raul Grande Revilla](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6fd5ceef9c89e13d61b84f1be7c8c224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pozuelo de Alarcon [](https://expedia.ca/Pozuelo-De-Alarcon.dx179745) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Madrid worth visiting? > One of the most popular things to do in Madrid is explore Gran Via. Tick this major attraction off your itinerary, then discover more of the area's markets and culture. ### How do I spend a day in Madrid? > When you've checked off popular attractions like Gran Via and Príncipe Pío Shopping Centre, spend the rest of your day discovering the food and retail options in Madrid. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Madrid? > Don't leave without exploring Gran Via, rated the top tourist attraction in Madrid. ### Is three days enough to stay in Madrid? > Three days in Madrid is plenty of time to visit the city's major attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Gran Via, Prado Museum and Lope de Vega Theatre are top-rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Alcobendas. ### Is Madrid a walkable city? > With exciting neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Madrid is a great destination to see on foot. Enjoy wandering between Gran Via and Prado Museum. Then take a stroll around Sol, located 0.16 kilometres from the centre, and Barrio de las Letras, which is about 0.32 kilometres away. ### What are some activities to do in Madrid with kids? > If you're looking for sights and tours for all of your group, we've got some awesome ideas for what to do in Madrid with kids. > > > > - [Day Tour to Toledo, Segovia & Optional Visit to Avila - 3 Cities in 1 Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-to-toledo-segovia-optional-visit-to-avila-3-cities-in-1-day.a394820.activity-details) > - [Madrid City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-city-tour.a168483.activity-details) > - [Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-bus-madrid-hop-on-hop-off-open-top-sightseeing-bus-tour.a46260581.activity-details) > - [Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-with-madrids-royal-palace-expert-guided-tour.a521640.activity-details) > - [From Madrid: Segovia & Toledo Tour with Alcazar and Optional Cathedral](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-madrid-segovia-toledo-tour-with-alcazar-and-optional-cathedral.a521023.activity-details) ### What to do in Madrid for adults? > Paseo de la Castellana and Calle de Alcalá are just two of the things to do in Madrid. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience. ### Are there free things to do in Madrid? > In Madrid, Gran Via is a must-see spot for anyone looking to enjoy the city without opening their wallet. Also, check out the parks and other neighbourhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. 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