Vicente Calderon Stadium

Take the children to have fun at multiple playgrounds, relax beneath the summer sun at waterside lawns and attend contemporary visual and performing arts events.

Ponds, sculptures and slides grace the leafy park near this long and innovative two-part bridge that doesn’t quite meet in the middle.

The youngest of Madrid’s monumental gateways is a celebration of the worldwide influence of the Spanish monarchy and the nation’s military successes.

With a 16th-century Gothic choir, a mesmerizing painting by Goya and the largest dome in Spain, this opulent basilica is a fine showpiece for King Carlos III.

Spend a Sunday strolling from stall to stall picking out quirky souvenirs and soaking up the atmosphere of Madrid’s best-known open-air market.

Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Ermita de San Isidro. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.