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MADRID
Seize the Moment
Madrid

With its large number of world-class museums, outstanding gastronomy, and a passion for the night, Madrid radiates excitement and vitality. This boomtown is one of Europe's major business centers, and competes with its compatriot Barcelona as one of the continent's most joyful cities.

Its irresistible "live for the moment" attitude is its calling card -- even more than its world-famous Prado, Thyssen, or Reina Sofia museums. Madrileños dine at the time when elsewhere you'd be going to bed, and often have breakfast before they go to sleep rather than when they wake up. The city's buzzing nightlife extends until morning and you haven't experienced the Spanish capital until you do the same.

Visit a tapas bar, but don't miss the fantastic new restaurants, and after sitting at a café in one of the grand plazas, head to a trendy but laid-back bar.
This feel-good city's energy and vibrancy is contagious.
You've been warned.

Madrid

Top 10

  1. The masterpieces of the Prado Museum.
  2. Picasso's Guernica and the contemporary art in the Reina Sofia Museum.
  3. The history of Western art illustrated in the works of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.
  4. A stop for a drink in PLAZA MAYOR.
  5. Going down the GRAN VIA to CHUECA for some trendy shopping.
  6. The lavishly decorated ROYAL PALACE.
  7. The monumental PLAZA DE CIBELES.
  8. The atmospheric RASTRO MARKET.
  9. Relaxing in PARQUE DEL RETIRO.
  10. The majestic ALMUDENA CATHEDRAL.

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DESIGN & BOUTIQUE HOTELS:
Hotel Urban not only features a refined contemporary décor but also an interesting art collection, while the city's sleekest rooms are found at Puerta America. These are just two examples of the Spanish capital's most stylish places to stay, and you can find more Design and Boutique Hotels in Madrid HERE>>

CHARM HOTELS:
Artworks and antiquities mix with contemporary furnishings at both Villa Real and Casa de Madrid, the recommended Charm Hotels in Madrid HERE>>

LUXURY HOTELS:
AC Santo Mauro has a classic palatial setting but its décor is contemporary and uncluttered. A similarly sophisticated option is Hotel Adler, and you can get more details about it together with more Luxury Hotels in Madrid HERE>>

CHEAP HOSTELS:
In a good central location, Hostel One Centro is the top choice for independent travelers on a budget, as is Las Musas Residence. Get to know the Cheap Hostels in Madrid HERE>>


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Gay & Lesbian
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Concerts & Events

Hotels & Hostels
The city's best design, boutique, charm, and luxury hotels, as well as cheap hostels with easy online booking at special rates. All of the best, special, and hip places to stay are HERE (Madrid Hotels & Hostels Guide)>>

Sights & Activities
The Prado and the city's must-see landmarks, classic and modern art, striking architecture and ancient sites, street life, daytrips, and tours -- it's all HERE (Madrid Sightseeing Guide)>>

Cafés & Restaurants
The food capital of Spain in the past decade has been Barcelona, but now could very well be Madrid. From traditional tapas bars to their modernized versions, to fine cuisine by creative chefs, Madrid offers a complete dining experience expected in a world-class city. Where to go sample it all is found HERE (Madrid Restaurants Guide)>>

Bars & Clubs
Few other cities know how to party as Madrid does. Its nightlife is legendary, with both Madriños and visitors depriving themselves of sleep only to enjoy the largest number of clubs and parties as possible through the weekend.
But if you're not in a partying mood, you have the choice of laid-back and sophisticated lounge bars for an evening or late night of champagne drinking. Whatever you're in the mood for, you'll find the place for you HERE (Madrid Nightlife Guide)>>

Body & Soul
Sure Madrileños love to party, but they balance overindulgences by taking good care of themselves. This is where they go for that:
Aqua Spa Center - In addition to the sauna or hydromassages, you may also take advantage of the swimming pool and the beauty center. The specialized shop sells medical and beauty products for other treatments at home.
Chi Spa - The wide range of treatments at this spa will leave you feeling rejuvenated and stress-free. You have the choice of facials, massages, aromatherapy, and other treatments.
Harit Ayurveda Spa - This unique ayurveda spa was the first of its kind in Spain, using meditation, yoga, and other activities and treatments (aroma and music therapy among them) to better your state of mind and body.
Masvitalzenter - Shiatsu and reflexology are just two of the options here to contribute to your overall well-being. After going for one of its massages and treatments, pass by the shop to take further treatment home.
Medina Mayrit - This center in the Moorish style offers sauna and steam baths for the ultimate relaxation of the body and mind. You may also feel refreshed after one of its dance classes, its massages, or a meal at its exclusive restaurant.
O2 Centro Wellness - With centers throughout Spain and several in the capital, this is one of the country's best known names for fitness, beauty, and health. After going for one of its services, have a bite at the café.
Spa Relajarse - Oxygen therapy, facials, and massages (including one using volcanic rocks) will fulfil their goal to leave you completely relaxed and refreshed.
Club Metropolitan - This multi-functional gym includes a sauna, steam baths, a beauty center, and you may also get massages. After that, refuel at the restaurant on the premises.

Shopping
Be sure to be in Madrid on a Sunday to experience EL RASTRO, one of Europe's best flea markets. On all the other days, stroll down CALLE SERRANO for the best boutiques in the city, and walk around the CHUECA district for the trendiest and coolest fashions. Madrid loves to shop and you'll love shopping in Madrid. All the places you should not miss are HERE (Madrid Shopping Guide)>>

Gay & Lesbian
If Barcelona didn't have the beach and so-gay Sitges nearby, Madrid would be Spain's gayest city. Nonetheless, it is still one of Europe's pinkest destinations. Discover it HERE (Madrid Gay Guide)>>

Getting Around
How to go from the airport to the center of the city and back, how to get around using public transportation, and city map HERE (Madrid Airport & Transportation Guide)>>