Discover Madrid's rich culture, food, and nightlife in this 6-day itinerary.

Madrid

Arrive in Madrid and explore historical landmarks.

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

18th-century, ridge-top palace for state occasions, plus tours with rooms full of art and antiques.

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

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.

Museum housing collection of 13th-20th-century European masterpieces, from Renaissance to Pop Art.

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

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

Old-world destination for classic cocktails, with leather banquettes & dark-wood paneling.

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

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