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1. El Retiro Park
7.3228 Reviews
based on 57.0k reviewsNo.6 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
118***86The park is large and shaded by trees. It feels quite nice to walk around and stop whenever you have time. The Crystal Palace and the small lake in front are pleasant, and there are swans, ducks and pigeons playing around, creating a peaceful atmosphere. There are also free art exhibitions to see, which is worth mentioning.Madrid1.6 km from downtownFree entry
2. Puerta del Sol
7.2488 Reviews
based on 11.0k reviewsNo.7 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
旅の径The Puerta del Sol was originally built on the wall of Madrid in the 15th century, facing east. The gate tower was decorated with a rising sun pattern, hence the name; in the continuous expansion of the city, the gate was demolished in 1570.
The square that was built retained the name of "Puerta del Sol" and gradually became the center of the city.
From a bird's eye view, with the 12,000 square meters of semicircular square as the center, 10 streets and alleys spread out radially, like the rising sun, shining brightly.
In the center of the square, the oval fountains on the east and west sides are surrounded by the statue of Carlos III sitting in the center. This king who presided over the construction of a large number of Madrid's infrastructure and was highly respected by the people of Madrid, rode a tall horse, smiled and watched the square and the city's changes.
On the south side is the most classic building in the square-the Security Bureau Building. The building was built between 1766 and 1768 (the bell tower was added in 1867). Its simple and bright style and red and white facade convey the mood of neoclassical palace-style architecture.
The building was originally the central post office of Madrid, and later the headquarters of the Ministry of National Security during the Franco period. It is now the office building of the Madrid government.
For a long time, the Spanish people loved the big clock on the roof of the Security Bureau building, regarded the time of this big clock as the Spanish standard time, and regarded it as an honor to come here to check the clock. To this day, every time when the old year is about to end and the new year is about to begin, people still gather in the square to listen to the ringing of the New Year's bell in the building.
On the north side, four slightly arc-shaped buildings are lined up along the way, with fashionable facades and crystal white; on the roof in the middle is a "TIO PEPE" (Tio Pepe, the world's number one brand of sherry wine) advertisement, which is exaggerated and elegant, and cute.
On the ground of the street in front of the main entrance of the Security Bureau building, there is a sign of the zero kilometer of the highway. The semicircular sign is inlaid with a map of Spain and the Iberian Peninsula and the words "0 km, starting point of the road". The mileage of Spanish roads is calculated from this point, and the street numbers in Madrid are compiled from this point.
If you don't leave a photo, it's like your shoes have never set foot in Madrid.Madrid29m from downtownFree entry
3. Plaza Mayor
7.2485 Reviewsbased on 27.2k reviewsNo.8 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
xiaohei5678Compared with the bustling Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor adds a sense of laziness. When I walked into this square "courtyard" from the ancient neighborhood of Madrid, I immediately felt a unique atmosphere! There are 9 arches in the square connecting the surrounding streets and alleys.Madrid336m from downtownFree entry
4. San Miguel Market
6.9151 ReviewsNo.10 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
生长在海边的果果It is highly recommended to go, you must leave some space for your stomach before going. The market is not big, but the food is very rich and attractive. Every one wants to taste it. I only hate that the stomach is not big enough and the taste is good, which subverts my understanding of European monotonous diet. It is recommended that friends who go to Madrid go to punch a card, half of them take pictures.Madrid465m from downtownFree entry
5. Plaza de Espana
6.7306 Reviewsbased on 1.8k reviewsNo.11 of Best Things to Do in Madrid生长在海边的果果Going to the Temple of Debo, the statue of Cervantes and his Don Quixote, there is a small market in the square next to it at night, and there is a large street garden in front of it. It is good to stroll around.Madrid1 km from downtownFree entry
6. Temple of Debod
6.5152 Reviewsbased on 13.7k reviewsNo.12 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
suifeng2019Located on a hill at the back of the palace, the Temple of Debo is an ancient Egyptian temple rebuilt in a different part of Madrid. The temple was built in the second century AD and was originally located in the southern region of Aswan, Egypt.Madrid1.4 km from downtownFree entry
7. Catedral de Sta Maria la Real de la Almudena
6.2122 Reviewsbased on 3.9k reviewsNo.15 of Best Things to Do in Madrid旅の径The Cathedral of the Virgin of Amudena, 300 meters south of the Palace of Madrid, is the youngest and most popular of the many churches in Madrid. The Spanish capital moved from Toledo to Madrid in 1561, but the church center remained in Toledo. The plan to build a main church in the new capital was not implemented until 1879, more than 300 years later. The impact of the war, the design changes, stopped construction, and officially completed in June 1993, became the latest main church in Europe. The magnificent appearance of Baroque style, white + gray plain facade, echoes and mirrors the formal palace. In 2004, the grand wedding of Crown Prince Philip of Spain (currently King Philip VI of Spain) was held here, which made the church more impressive and famous worldwide.Madrid920m from downtownFree entry
8. Puerta de Alcalá
6.0107 Reviewsbased on 4.1k reviewsNo.16 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
JQKABBQThe central park of Madrid, the Lichi Park, has the famous Crystal Palace and the artificial lake. Every season, it is beautiful, sooner or later. The sixth is the Alcala Gate. The seventh is the Arc de Triomphe in Madrid. The Temple of Debo has a history of thousands of years. It is also Mad. The best sunset viewing place in the eighth is of course the Bernabeu stadium, which is also a museum during the day, but you have the opportunity to go to the football and experience the real atmosphere. Finally, the Las Bantas bullring, Spain as the bullring kingdom, the Las Bantas bullring in Madrid is one of the most famous bullrings in the capital. At the same time, it can be visited as a bullfighting museum. If the time is right, take advantage of the bullring season to feel the real bullfighting performance.Madrid1.3 km from downtownFree entry
9. Plaza de Cibeles
5.9105 ReviewsNo.17 of Best Things to Do in Madrid
二十画生JQK• Attractions: Xibei Les Palace @ Palacio de Comunicaciones Zixibei Les Palace is located in the most conspicuous location of the landmark Xibei Les Square, next door is the Statue of the Earth. There are several floors inside, and each floor has different theme exhibitions. ① Open hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-20:00 National Tickets: Free FRE tickets for weekends are 2 euros for adults and 3 euros for children under 12 years old. I went on Wednesday, October 24, 18. At that time, it was free West Tips:• The appearance and internal view of the West Belles Palace are very good. When you enter the interior, remember to look up. There are surprises. ～• There are colorful rest areas on each floor of the interior (Figure 8). And provide reading three Western languages to see the body rest area is relatively close to wc, you can choose the elevator and stairs up and down the floor, it is recommended to take the stairs, the stairs are green retro tiles, take pictures good-looking~ and have the oldest elevator (black fence) Figure 10• Xibeicaisi Palace is very close to Lichi Park, you can arrange a area togetherMadrid950m from downtownFree entry
Temporarily Closed10. Palacio de Cristal
5.9135 Reviewsbased on 3.7k reviews
8888huatnothing much to see but still worth a visit ~ just enjoy the park and the ducks . peaceful . you can rent a family tricycle and a boat here too.Madrid1.9 km from downtownFree entry
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