Madrid
By foot and by metro may be the typical modes of transportation in Madrid, but riding around the city in a classic, vintage, car, should be on your radar as well! Local guide, Jacobo, tells us why you should consider a Rolls Royce Corniche, or Elvis Presley’s favorite model Ferrari, to see Madrid in style.
Winter in Madrid offers much more than you would expect. From winter terraces and tapas, to San Lorenzo de El Escorial, to hitting the snow in Sierra de Guadarrama National Park, there’s plenty to keep you busy even in the colder weather.
Casa de Campo is a favorite of the locals for its variety of activities to keep the family entertained all day long, including renting a boat on the lake, riding a cable car over the park, and spending time at the theme park or aquarium.
No other neighbourhood in Madrid is as lively and diverse as Embajadores. Learn about some of the must-see places where the locals go. Explore the multicultural barriada of Lavapiés, the city’s historic flea market known as El Rastro, or enjoy a walk through a neighborhood with dozens of urban-decorated facades.
A boozy brunch is sometimes just a necessity while on vacation– and Madrid definitely knows how to please. With one euro mimosas, instagrammable interiors, and plentiful assorted pastries, these four spots are our recommended go-to’s for a mimosa brunch in the city.
Hello! We are Jacobo and Israel, two brothers who have inherited a love for classic cars from our grandparents, who owned many in their lifetimes. We are locals from Madrid, and know all the hidden places, corners, and main places …
Feel like trying one of the best Paella restaurants in Madrid? Check out our recommended spots in the city — whether you want to eat at a restaurant, or want to learn how to cook paella yourself! Learn from our local host who’s known across Europe– she’s even been featured by the popular Marie Claire French Magazine!
Madrid has numerous museums, but the three that make up Madrid’s Art Triangle are the most popular among visitors and locals alike. The Prado, the Reina Sofía, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza are equally as impressive, while each collection still holds its own unique history.
Do you want to feel moved by a dancer tapping her feet to the guitar, or by a singer’s passionate cry? Check out our top Flamenco picks to enjoy in Madrid — from a grand performance, to an intimate recital.
Madrid has some of the most amazing museums in the world. Of course, you’ve heard of the Prado and Reina Sofia art museums, but there’s so many more that are worth a visit in the city. We recommend some museums that are off the beaten path, and slightly less crowded with tourists, like an impressive private art collection, and a lavish marquis.