Madrid runs on a different clock than most European capitals — dinner starts late, the streets stay busy past midnight, and the city’s art museums rank among the best in the world.
Suggested Route (4–5 Days)
- Days 1–2 — Centro & the Prado: The Prado Museum, Plaza Mayor, and a tapas crawl through La Latina.
- Day 3 — Retiro Park & Reina Sofía: Madrid’s green centre and its modern art counterpart to the Prado.
- Days 4–5 — Toledo day trip: A walled medieval city less than an hour away by train.
Visa & Entry Notes
Spain is part of the Schengen Area — one visa covers Madrid and any other Schengen country on the same trip.
Best Time to Visit
April–June and September–October avoid both Madrid’s intense summer heat and winter chill.
