Madrid, Spain


Madrid, Spain's central capital, is a city of elegant boulevards and expansive, manicured parks such as the Buen Retiro. It’s renowned for its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum’s works by Goya, Velázquez and other Spanish masters. The heart of old Hapsburg Madrid is the portico-lined Plaza Mayor, and nearby is the baroque Royal Palace and Armory, displaying historic weaponry

Madrid Metro Callao station sign with the iconic red diamond logo and Edificio Carrion in background.
Colorful Madrid-themed souvenir pouches and bags displayed at a tourist gift shop in Spain.
Woman in striped sweater and white jeans standing on a busy urban street with city buildings in background.
Art Deco Capitol building with Schweppes sign against blue sky in Madrid, Spain.
Man reflected in glass panel on urban sidewalk with pink theater marquee in background.
Urban street scene at dusk with historic buildings and illuminated signs in Madrid city center.
Shaded cobblestone alley with outdoor restaurant seating under umbrella and lush trees in Madrid.
City street reflected in modern glass building facade with ornate lamp posts under clear blue sky.
Street art mural depicting elderly couple dancing chotis in traditional Madrid attire on urban wall.
Black and white photo of abstract metal sculpture in open plaza with historic buildings behind.
Panoramic view of historic Spanish palace and manicured gardens under bright blue summer sky.
Tall white residential building with balconies on sunny Madrid street with pedestrians walking below.
Outdoor cafe terrace with people dining under trees on a cobblestone street in Madrid, Spain.
Historic baroque church tower with cross and bell tower against a bright blue sky in Italy.
Colorful ornate corner restaurant with decorative tilework and outdoor seating in Madrid, Spain.