Madrid in the Rain

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We've prepared two itineraries for you to make the most of the city without getting wet. The first one takes you around the wonderful area known as Hapsburg Madrid (Madrid de los Austrias), which includes the Royal Palace and San Miguel Market. The second route starts at the Bernabéu Stadium and takes in the Archeological Museum and City Hall:

ROUTE 1:

1. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium - 2. National Museum of Natural Sciences - 3. ABC Serrano shopping centre - 4. Wax Museum - 5. National Archaeological Museum - 6. Casa de América - 7. CentroCentro - 8. National Museum of Decorative Arts - 9. Naval Museum - 10. Espacio Fundación Telefónica - 11. Primark

ROUTE 2:

1. Casa Diego - 2. Plaza Mayor - 3. Chocolatería San Ginés - 4. La Almudena Cathedral - 5. Royal Palace - 6. Teatro Real opera house - 7. San Miguel Market

Back up plans for rainy days

Madrid's coffee shops

A large part of Madrid’s history has been witnessed by the marble tabletops of its coffee shops which, since the start of the 19th century, have enriched cultural life in the capital by hosting regular philosophical debates.

WOW Concept

Commercial centre that revolutionises the physical and online shopping experience, with the presence of traditional and emerging national and international firms, in the heart of the Gran Via.

House Museums

Look out for museums tucked away in old mansions and ancestral homes offering an intimate glimpse into history.

Museums for the Little Ones

Learn and have fun in Madrid. Museums are full of secrets for children. Find the closest one on our map!

Escape Rooms

If you like a challenge, then get ready to battle your way out of one of Madrid's locked rooms in less than an hour!

Baroque Churches

Discover the 17th and 18th century Baroque style in the Churches of Madrid.

Films in Their Original Language

Madrid offers the country's biggest selection of cinemas showing films in their original language.

Fun for all the family

Places designed for all the family to visit for kids to enjoy themselves and adults to relax.

Don't miss

Museum of Illusions Madrid

Discover in this recently opened museum the world of optical illusions, where nothing is what it seems. Very close to Puerta del Sol.

Science Museum Itinerary

Learn about the history of science and Man in Madrid’s science museums.

Tourism on the Metro

A unique underground tourist route to discover the attractions that the Metro hides.

Theatres and concert halls

Enjoy the performing arts at Madrid’s many theatres, stages and concert halls.

Cooking Schools

If you want to learn to cook like Madrid's top chefs, sign up for a cooking course while you're in town.

Theatre and dance in Madrid

From flamenco shows, cutting-edge plays and gravity-defying circus acts to the staging of operatic masterpieces and Spanish operettas, Madrid has something for all tastes.

Top Cultural Centres

Contemporary spaces hosting the latest avant-garde theatre shows and exhibitions.

Galería Canalejas

Fashion, luxury, and gastronomy all come together in this exclusive shopping centre, close to Puerta del Sol.

Legends. The Home of football

Discover the history of football through original kits worn by some of the best players at this one-of-a-kind museum right beside Puerta del Sol.

Nomad Immersive Museum

Immersive and interactive museum showcasing the latest advances in AI applied to art, located on Gran Vía avenue.

Museum of Happiness

An immersive experience designed to get your endorphins pumping, located in the heart of Madrid.

Centuries-old Patisseries

Just as they did back then, these establishments with over a century of history still put a smile on our faces, especially at Christmas when they become even more magical.