Explore Madrid's rich culture, delicious food, and vibrant nightlife in this 7-day itinerary.

Madrid

Arrival and exploration of Madrid's historic heart.

Cafes & restaurants line the arches of this stately square with Philip III's statue in the center.

Elegant glass-fronted cafe terrace opposite Madrid's Royal Palace, serving coffee, tapas & desserts.

Art museum with Velazquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces in vast 12th- to 19th-century collection.

Sprawling museum for Spanish 20th-century art collection with works by Gris, Dali, Picasso & Miro.

Circa-1916 covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.

Founded in 1894, this cafe is known for its chocolate with churros.

Expansive, 19th-century park with boating lake & rose garden, plus numerous fountains & statues.

Venue for art exhibitions organized by Reina Sofía Museum, modeled on London's Crystal Palace.

Busy central square featuring well-known buildings, statues & a clock that rings in the New Year.

Iconic street lined with grand, early-1900s architecture, retail stores, restaurants & bars.

Opulent, 7-story nightclub with multiple bars & a rooftop, for live music, karaoke & dance parties.

81,000-capacity ground for Real Madrid, with regular matches plus tours of stadium and trophy room.

Rustic Spanish cuisine, including egg dishes & bull's tail stew, in a quaint spot opened in 1974.