This is a great small intimate club in the centre of madrid. We found it by chance as the entrance doesn't show that well that it's a club inside. Intruso often has live music and the night we went... more
I don't remember the name of the Nightclub, but the night that I was about to go was a teen only, so I think 13-18. It looked very cool, and there was a large line of local Spaniard teenagers which... more
Great place to see a wonderful flamenco show in a very intimate atmosphere, it really is mind boggling, so much passion, power and artistry, just loved it. We dined there and the food was very good.... more
I was recently in Madrid for a one night stop before heading home and it was nice to see the area around calle Barcelona was lively as ever. Lots of low cost bars, tables, light eats and lot of people... more
I went to Cave Baja this past September and it is great fun. I stopped at several tapas bars and enjoyed the local ambiance.
La Chata, with a Beautifully Tiled exterior attracts you instantly, was... more
another of my times in Madrid that still goes strong after 40 years, right inside Retiro park and very near where I used to live.
we used to come for dances, teen disco, now it has change over the... more
Please do not go to this bar. I have just had to deal with the rudest waiter ever. I commented that the English translation on the menu was terrible and responded by calling me a 'gillipollas' and... more
This place opened recently and I love it! It´s off the beaten path and lots of locals go there. They serve the BEST mojitos in all of Madrid, made from fresh fruit (strawberry, melon, watermelon,... more
Bulevart
A small but decent bar which was serving 6 bottles of Heineken in a bucket for only €5 and so we indulged in a few buckets. Bulevart may not be the most luxurious of bars but the beer was... more
We took advantage of the weather and the availabilty of outdoor seating, in Spain, as much as we could. What could be better?
On our first night in Spain, in Madrid, we had dinner in the Plaza Mayor.... more
After a day of sightseeing, you might like to relax in the Plaza Mayor. You can sit at an outdoor cafe and have a drink or two. There are people of all ages there, and you'll probably see some buskers... more
Situated in heart of Madrid, where Atocha street meets the Plaza de Jacinto Benavente - at beginning of what all the guide books proudly call the "Ruta de los literatos" (men of letters way), we find... more
As I got picked up from the airport Ursula said: "It's good you're here, I have a surprise for you, for tomorrow. It's a show and they are from Israel"
It was hard not to guess. Mayumana! It looked... more
Maybe you have had a hard day during your visit and you want to relax watching a good film. Here is the website that gives you all the information you may... more
I immensely enjoyed the Baila Española flamenco dance performance at the Teatro Muñoz Seca. It was an energetic dance performance that showcased both modern and... more
Thanks to her trusty IPhone my friend was able to find Alhambra. The online guide said it was a fun local spot, just a few blocks from our hotel, where the... more
As it was November, it soon was dark. Puerta de Sol was still buzzing as it had been earlier that afternoon when I first visited The line for lottery tickets... more
Do you like gambling? Here is your place!Entrance requirementsIn order to access the Gaming Rooms, you must first identify yourself at our Reception Desk. If... more
El Tío Vinagre is tucked down a small side street in the multicultural Lavapies zone of the city. It is small but comfortable, and offers a range of infusions,... more
A lively street especially on the weekends.In the city centre, the street goes from Paseo del Prado to Plaza del Angel.Metro: Sol (lines 1, 2 and 3), Sevilla... more
There are some bars/pubs in the old part of the city that date back from the 80s when the cultural revolution started after Franco’s death, known as movida... more
This over looks one of Madrid's prettiest squares, Plaza de Oriente which also over looks the Royal Palace. The Cafe de Oriente building was once part of a 17th... more
Cafeeke was introduced to me by Urzu. Ursula is a dearest friend with whom I spent wonderful 2 years of university courses and bar hopping in the Netherlands.... more
After hours of exploring Madrid, on the way back to my hotel at night, I decided to try and find the Palacio Deportes, as I was intending to see Bruce... more
Hello everybody and welcome to Madrid!
I hope you find here what can help you if you come to Madrid. Please, feel free to ask me whatever you need to know. I add more tips and pics quite often.
Enjoy...
In April 2008, I went on my first (notice the use of the word "first?!) Spanish-language immersion and spent 3 weeks in the capital of Spain. I knew very little about Madrid before I got there, but I...
In 1996 i was in Madrid for the first time. Then, I had my prejudice that this city was way not that exciting as Barcelona was, the city i had been so many times before. Later on i found out that i......
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