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1. Gran Via
The Gran Via is a shopping hub and a center for nightlife. Like much of Madrid, the strip celebrates the past while embracing the future: boutique stores and international brands are housed in some of Madrid’s most iconic heritage architecture.
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2. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Real Madrid is one of the most internationally recognized soccer teams and their Santiago Bernabéu Stadium (Estadio Santiago Bernabéu) is among the sport’s finest. Watching a match at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is a lifetime dream for both long-term Madridistas and soccer enthusiasts. Walk on the hallowed turf of the playing field, browse the clubs impressive trophy hall and relive historical moments via multimedia exhibits.
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3. Plaza Mayor
Once a marketplace, then a bull-ring and even an execution square, Plaza Mayor has transformed and evolved significantly through the ages. Felipe II commissioned a public square to be built here, which was completed according to the designs of the architect Juan Gómez de Mora in 1619. Having been destroyed by a series of enormous fires, it was finally rebuilt in 1790 and has managed to survive in this incarnation until the present day.
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4. Puerta del Sol
Puerta del Sol began its days as the site of one of Madrid's easternmost gates. The gate was adorned with a figure of the rising sun – hence the name Puerta del Sol, which translates as “Gate of the Sun”. Today, the square is the throbbing heart of the city and provides a backdrop for political marches and public celebrations, while also being a popular place for people to meet.
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5. Prado Museum
The Prado Museum has gained a reputation as one of the leading repositories of Western art in the world. It is an enormous space with an enormous collection, and you'd do well to devote at least a day of your stay in Madrid to the perusal of its many halls. The permanent collection here boasts some 20,000 works of art, including paintings, drawings, sculptures and prints, and of these there are roughly 1,300 on display in the halls at any given time. You'll see the best collection of Spanish art here that you're likely to ever come across, alongside works by French, Italian, Dutch and Flemish masters. There are also a handful of works from Germany and England.
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6. IFEMA
IFEMA is the benchmark in excellence for those travelling to Madrid for work. Its location in the Barajas district, just on the outskirts of the capital and a short distance from the airport, is ideal for enjoying a comfortable stay, with the peace of mind of knowing that you’ll have all the services you need at hand, as well as a metro station just a few minutes’ walk away, ready to take you off to the city centre. There, you can enjoy the culinary delights of the most fashionable restaurants, take in the latest musicals on the Gran Vía or admire one of the many interesting exhibitions at the Prado or the Reina Sofia Museum.
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7. El Retiro Park
El Retiro, or El Parque de Retiro, was once a place of retreat for the Spanish royal family who had a palace in its grounds. Although it was opened up to the public in the 1860s, many of the original features have been retained, making this a remarkable place to visit as a sightseer as well as a nice, quiet spot to relax in. There are all sorts of interesting sites dotted about the grounds here so you’re sure to find plenty to keep you occupied over its 140 hectares.
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Popular places to visit
Canto del Peso
Find out about the history of Galapagar when you spend time at Canto del Peso. Amble around the area's forest or visit its casinos.
Puente de la Alcanzorla
After visiting Puente de la Alcanzorla, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galapagar. Amble around the area's forest or visit its casinos.
Areas of Galapagar
El Pocillo
While there might not be top attractions in El Pocillo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Centro Comercial Los Valles and Centro Comercial Planetocio.
- Gran Via
- Plaza Mayor
- Puerta del Sol
- Prado Museum
- El Retiro Park
- WiZink Center
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Plaza de Castilla
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- U.S. Embassy
- Paseo del Prado
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Xanadu Shopping Center
- Palacio Vistalegre
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