Budget Meals in Madrid

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Private Tapas and Flamenco in Madrid

Private Tapas and Flamenco in Madrid

Mysteries in a Tapas Madrid Tour

Mysteries in a Tapas Madrid Tour

Tapas and Flamenco Madrid

Tapas and Flamenco Madrid

Savour Madrid like a local

Savour Madrid like a local

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For the Spanish people food is almost a religion, and Madrid is no different. World famous for its tapas-culture, this city is is best enjoyed in small bites - whether its on the tempting tapas-markets or in one of the traditional t...Open the full description

For the Spanish people food is almost a religion, and Madrid is no different. World famous for its tapas-culture, this city is is best enjoyed in small bites - whether its on the tempting tapas-markets or in one of the traditional tabernas.

Don't miss the classic potato-omelet, the delicious Spanish ham, the addictive chorizo-sausages, the colourful paella and the popular squid-sandwich.

Azotea Círculo de Bellas Artes

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Azotea Círculo de Bellas Artes

By Brian

Madrid from above

Azotea Círculo de Bellas Artes

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The view from here is a can't miss when visiting Madrid. Enjoy refreshments from the rooftop bar, and chill out in the big lounge style couches. You will find good space to move around, which makes it easier to find a perfect shot of the capital's skyline - with architectural highlights like Palacio de Cibeles and the Metropolis building. Read more ›

by Brian

Mercado de San Ildefonso

Mercado de San Ildefonso

By Brian

Trendy urban treats

Mercado de San Ildefonso

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This is one of the newest food-markets in Madrid, and has quickly become a favourite with the locals in the trendy Malasaña-quarter. They come here for lunch, after-work drinks, dinner and midnight snacks, to enjoy the New York-inspired atmosphere among the 19 individual foodstalls. Read more ›

by Brian

Atocha trainstation

Atocha trainstation

By Brian

Welcome to the jungle

Atocha trainstation

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The Atocha building is beautiful seen from the outside, but the real wonder hides inside. A minor rainforest, with full-size palmtrees stretching their leafs towards the roof covering the giant hall. A spectacular contrast to all the iron and the marketstalls underneath. You will also find a small pond crowded with hundreds of turtles. Read more ›

by Brian

Mercado San Anton

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Mercado San Anton

By Alfredo

Cool and peaceful

Mercado San Anton

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Amazing place in the heart of Chueca, the "coolest" district in Madrid. Built over an old market, you have different choices to enjoy tapas from every part of Spain. Also, here you can get the best hamburger in Madrid, served by "Hamburguesa Rostra". Read more ›

by Alfredo

La Ciudad Invisible

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La Ciudad Invisible

By Brian

Sustainable travel hotspot

La Ciudad Invisible

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This is a laid back café with the right spirit. Come here for a coffee, some tapas or a cocktail, and you might meet other travellers like yourself. The card offers a range of teas and coffees and the staff is friendly and English speaking. Kick back with a travel book or use the free wifi to research your next destination in Madrid. Read more ›

by Brian

El Rey de Tallarines

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El Rey de Tallarines

Tasty hand-pulled Chinese noodles

El Rey de Tallarines

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If you're lucky you'll see them handpulling the noodles. It's curious to see how - without using anything else but their hands, some flour and water - they manage to produce metres and metres of noodles. Don't be put off by the surreal decoration - I think this restaurant used to be a cocktail bar - the noodles are worth your visit. Read more ›

Tapas and Flamenco Madrid

Tapas and Flamenco Madrid

Join us and get to know the most important parts of Spanish culture in Madrid in one night! Enjoy traditional dishes, “tapas”, see a Flamenco show performed by passionate, professional dancers in one of the most famous “tablaos” in Madrid and finish the night with the first Pub Crawl in Madrid!

Prices from

39 EUR

Duration

7 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Salvador Bachiller Jardin Secreto

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Salvador Bachiller Jardin Secreto

By Brian

A secret garden on the roof

Salvador Bachiller Jardin Secreto

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You wouldn't expect to find this place here - on top of fashion store Salvador Bachiller in the middle of Madrid. Locals come here to hide with a coffee or some tapas in a relaxed and romantic setting, while a few tourists might stumble across it while shopping for bags or accessories downstairs. Read more ›

by Brian

Terraza Cibeles

Terraza Cibeles

By Brian

Cocktails with a view

Terraza Cibeles

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As a 'secret' nightlife hotspot, the magnificent Palacio de Cibeles hides a cool lounge-style cocktail bar on its roof. A popular place to kick back during the summer months, while enjoying a cold drink and some tapas with a view of the iconic Cibeles-fountain. Read more ›

by Brian

Parque del Retiro

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Parque del Retiro

By Brian

Breathe with the lungs of Madrid

Parque del Retiro

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The wonderful Retiro park is often descriped as the lungs of Madrid – or the Central Park of the Spanish capital. An absolute favourite weekend-destination for many Madrileños throughout the year. They come here to relax, to play, to walk or simply to find shade. The Park has several cafés and is a welcome contrast to the buzzing downtown streets. Read more ›

by Brian

Gourmet Experience Gran Via

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Gourmet Experience Gran Via

By Brian

Eat, shop and be amazed

Gourmet Experience Gran Via

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Located on the top floor of the shopping-giant El Corte Inglés, this place is sure to surprise you the first time you arrive. While the shelves are packed with boxes, tins and glasses of heavenly treats, the restaurant area offers everything from tapas, to pizza, seafood and icecream. Take your pick and take in the view of Gran Via and Callao. Read more ›

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La Central de Callao

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La Central de Callao

By Brian

A world of words

La Central de Callao

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While you might not be fluent in Spanish, this store also offers books in English and other languages. You will find everything from comics to thrillers, but the main focus is on subjects like art, photography, design and history. Besides books the shop is also loaded with funny gadgets and souvenirs. Read more ›

by Brian

Trikini Club

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Trikini Club

By Brian

When coffee is medicine for your soul

Trikini Club

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It's impossible not to be curious when passing the beautiful facade of hand-painted tiles - preserved from when this corner used to house a pharmacy for many years. Today there are no drugs , but good coffee, sandwiches, crêpes and cakes. Locals come here for the selection of breakfasts and brunch, as well as juices and smoothies. Read more ›

by Brian

Taberna Sanlúcar

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Taberna Sanlúcar

By Donatella

Southern gourmet food & local price !

Taberna Sanlúcar

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Hidden in a small street of this lovely neighborhood, this is the typical-not-for-tourits small delicious local Spanish taberna. Locals love to go there during week-ends to eat as many tapas as they can from South of Spain. Food is amazing and the atmosphere even better. Read more ›

by Donatella

Local Experience

Private Tapas and Flamenco in Madrid

Private Tapas and Flamenco in Madrid

Experience Spanish culture and cuisine on a 7-hour crawl of some of Madrid’s coolest bars. Try typical snacks, watch a traditional flamenco show of dance and music, and discover why the city is considered the city what does not sleep!

Prices from

40 EUR

Duration

7 h

Languages

English, Spanish

San Antón Market

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San Antón Market

Buzzing market and tapas place

San Antón Market

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This modern indoor market boasts excellent food stalls with fresh and organic produce on its first floor and tapas bars and small delis on the second floor. It's smack in the middle of the lively LGTB neighbourhood of Chueca and draws a young crowd. Read more ›

Sidrería El Tigre

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Sidrería El Tigre

By Sara

Low budget bar

Sidrería El Tigre

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El tigre is a very popular bar among students in Madrid. If you are hungry after the whole day walking this is your spot. When you order your drink (a pint of beer or tinto de verano) you get a huge amount of tapas, usually bread with cheese, patatas bravas, tortilla de patatas, Spanish ham or chorizo... Read more ›

by Sara

Donde Mónica

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Donde Mónica

By Carmina

A coffee in a landscaped patio

Donde Mónica

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Donde Mónica proposes a London style restaurant concept with a very special atmosphere. A small house with terrace & a garden that will allow you to enjoy the tranquility and the bustle with a tasty homemade dishes. Read more ›

by Carmina

La Infinito

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La Infinito

By Brian

Coffee and culture

La Infinito

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This is a unique little corner of Lavapiés and a great place to work or to take a break from wandering the streets. The coffee is good and fresh drinks and cold beers are available, as well as light dishes, snacks and cakes. Read more ›

by Brian

Taberna La Descubierta

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Taberna La Descubierta

By Brian

Excellent choice for tapas near Sol

Taberna La Descubierta

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Loud conversations are flowing between friends packed around tables in this colourful taberna near Puerta del Sol. An area with a very high density of tapas bars which makes it hard to choose. But locals come here for an excellent standard of classic and very affordable tapas - in a nice and modern restaurant, where service is fast and friendly. Read more ›

by Brian

C.C. Príncipe Pío

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C.C. Príncipe Pío

By Paloma

When the weather isn't so fine: Mall

C.C. Príncipe Pío

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Is just walking distance from the Royal Palace and beautifull back gardens... there may have a drink too while waiting for your friends'shopping :) Read more ›

by Paloma

Swinton & Grant

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Swinton & Grant

By Brian

Street art heaven

Swinton & Grant

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Set in the multicultural neighbourhood of Lavapies, this urban gallery and café combo is a hit with artsy and graphic-loving locals . Focused on street art, this two-floor hotspot contains the downstairs Swinton Gallery and the groundfloor Ciudadano Grant store, which mainly offers books on urban art and graphic design. Read more ›

by Brian

Local Experience

Savour Madrid like a local

Savour Madrid like a local

Eat like locals away from the tourist path, explore the secrets of real Spanish food & excellent wines, discover Madrid history and Spanish culture, and experience the love for life of the "Madrileños".

Prices from

50 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Casa Labra

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By Jorge

A bar preserved in time

Casa Labra

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This is a quite antique bar. Also known for being the place were the socialist party were born. The food is excellent, the cañas (beer) are also well served and it's placed very near to the city center. It's a great place for a fast stop and imagine how life must be 70, 80 years ago in Madrid Read more ›

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by Jorge

Carmencita

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By Carmina

The best Egg Benedict

Carmencita

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To discover one of the favorite spots of young locals! Especially during the weekends full of life, with a great atmosphere and tasty food! Read more ›

by Carmina

FERPAL

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FERPAL

By Paloma

Learn what we call Sandwich :)

FERPAL

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First, you must know that what you call "Sandwich" we call bocadillo and our Sandwich are triangles shaped with white bread and... whatever delicious in Read more ›

by Paloma

Mercado Municipal de Vallehermoso

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By Carol

Lots of Options with a local touch

Mercado Municipal de Vallehermoso

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It is pretty centric and you can have a lot of nice options to eat here. Always make a reservation otherwise will be very difficult to get a table, on weekends it is completely filled with groups of friends or young families eating here. Read more ›

by Carol

80 Grados

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By Carol

XS Food Style

80 Grados

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It's good, the food is great and the individual portions are the best to try different things. I would recommend 4 per adult + 1 dessert to share by 2. It's cheap as every portion is 4,95€ average. And they're quick, if you order everything together the food will come at the same time, all dishes. So remember to ask first 2 dishes, then the rest. Read more ›

by Carol

Rosi La Loca

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Rosi La Loca

By Juan

Rustic caribbean vibe

Rosi La Loca

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Good quality-price relation. Different and well-presented tapas/food, while still retaining the Spanish vibe. Also has local food. Veggie friendly (my favorite part, since this is hard to find in Madrid). Nice feeling, attentive service. Read more ›

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by Juan

Café de la Luz

Café de la Luz

By Brian

Light up your day

Café de la Luz

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This is the perfect place to start your day with brunch before exploring Malasaña - or to chill out afterwards. Light dishes and snacks are on the menu, and the coffee is good. A cool mix of furniture and many details makes you feel like sitting in a nice living room, while the lower floor offers a cave-like room to cozy-up with your coffee. Read more ›

by Brian

Local Experience

Mysteries in a Tapas Madrid Tour

Mysteries in a Tapas Madrid Tour

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If you are the kind of person that loves to get to know more and more about the city you are visiting, secret areas, even to listen to mysterious stories and also you enjoy trying traditional food, then Mysteries & Tapas Tour in Madrid is for you.

Prices from

29 EUR

Duration

5 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Mercado de Motores

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By Sanja

Mercado de Motores

Mercado de Motores

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Because there is a lot of diversity, food, music and a lot of nice people to chat with. Locals like to have a drink here on a sunny Saturday or Sunday, there is a second hand market, and many different and nice bands. Read more ›

by Sanja

Greek and Shop

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Greek and Shop

By Brian

A geek about greek

Greek and Shop

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This stuff is simply delicious. Whether you try the sandwiches, pitas or rolls, they're stuffed with things like feta, sundried tomatoes, gyros and tzatziki. Not to mention the bread delivered from La Panotheca. Check out the displays of specialities to bring home, imported from Greece, Italy, Russia and Armenia. Read more ›

by Brian

Kloster, the best for a Sunday'Beer

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Kloster, the best for a Sunday'Beer

By Paloma

The best and biggest variety of beers

Kloster, the best for a Sunday'Beer

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Because is in Chamberi, the most authentic quarter in the city and where to find all varieties of beer and with such a big and delicious tapas for a company and for free that just reach back your place with no need of Lunch Read more ›

by Paloma

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Vacaciones Cocktail Bar

Vacaciones Cocktail Bar

By Brian

Everyday is a holiday

Vacaciones Cocktail Bar

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To enter this place is like going on an instant vacation - relaxing in the shade close to the sea. You can almost hear the sounds of the waves breaking on the beach, though in reality there is more than 300 kilometres to the nearest ocean. A happy holiday-themed cocktail bar and café that also offers a range of exotic food. Read more ›

by Brian

Skull St.

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By Carol

Great Street Food

Skull St.

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It is relatively new in town and it's like a novelty right now – it's in. The food is AMAZING. I didn't try anything that wasn't very very good (maybe the cheesecake was "normal"), the staff is great and the price is pretty fair. Read more ›

by Carol

Happy Day

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Happy Day

By Brian

Go cupcake crazy

Happy Day

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Enjoy the atmosphere inside at the few tables, or grap a box of sweet treats to go. The perfect place for a romantic break while enjoying the sweet side of life. Besides the selection of things to try instore, the shelves a lined with equipment and inspiration for every wanna-be baker. Read more ›

by Brian

Literary Quartet

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Literary Quartet

By Paloma

Come and enjoy the Cervantes food

Literary Quartet

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To taste the most delicious and more authentic Spanish food, even may be just a potatos with a registered Brand and receipt sauce... but what a potatoes! you'll love more than the "french" ones :) Read more ›

by Paloma

Street Art Tour of Madrid

Street Art Tour of Madrid

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What is the first thing you are looking for when travelling to a new city? Is it getting tips by locals? Then we are here to offer you an exciting Street Art Tour in Madrid which will show you in about 2-3 hours the best graffiti, stencil and modern art exhibitions in town!

Prices from

25 EUR

Duration

2 h

Languages

French, English, Spanish

TRIBALL

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TRIBALL

By Paloma

BARS, RESTAURANTS&SHOPS IN A NUT

TRIBALL

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Because was a gem hidden in the city'centre, and now all the newest bars and restaurants designers are there. After 10 years of efforts 30 owners together got light in a former place not so nice. If Manhattan got Tribecca, we got Triball. Read more ›

by Paloma

El Sur De Huertas

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By Onursal

Sangria + Tapas

El Sur De Huertas

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It is very close to tourist attractions and provides good quality drinks and foods for low prices. Read more ›

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NAP Neapolitan Authentic Pizza

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NAP Neapolitan Authentic Pizza

By Gioia

nice place for a good pizza

NAP Neapolitan Authentic Pizza

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Do you suddenly want pizza or burrata or an homemade tiramisu? In NAP you will find the real Neapolitan pizza at a good price. The place is nice and very close to Plaza de Lavapiés. Italian atmosphere in the heart of Madrid. Read more ›

by Gioia

Aió

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Aió

By Sara

Best place for "aperitivo italiano"

Aió

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Wonderful prices and real Italian food. On Mondays they have "Black Monday" so you can have a pizza and a beer for 10 euros. On Thursdays they have one of the most famous "aperitivos" in Madrid. So you'll pay 5 euros for a drink ( they also have Spritz) and Italian food buffet Read more ›

by Sara

¡Ay mi Madre!

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¡Ay mi Madre!

By Sara

Tasty&great offer of food( also VEGAN)

¡Ay mi Madre!

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Cosy place to have a delicious meal and not expensive at all in the hipster neighborhood of Malsaña. You'll find Italian and Argentinian specialties and they also have vegan options! During the weekend the place is easily crowded so bear it in mind. Read more ›

by Sara

Gumbo

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By Carol

New Orleans Food in the heart of MAD.

Gumbo

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The food is very good and this place is perfect to have lunch on weekends, to relax and have a beer while you enjoy the view of Calle Pez, the heart of Malasaña neighborhood, the most bohemian place in Madrid. Read more ›

by Carol

Paperboy

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Paperboy

By Brian

Gourmet style hotdogs

Paperboy

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A hotdog is not the most common snack in Spain, but homesick tourists and locals with a taste for 'perritos calientes' can find gourmet style versions here. Paperboy is "hidden" in a small arcade not far from the Bernabeu stadium, and might be good warm up food for a fierce football experience. Read more ›

by Brian

One Day with a Local Guide in Madrid

One Day with a Local Guide in Madrid

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“Paloma is the best guide! We had such a wonderful experience seeing Madrid and on two day trips, one to Toledo and one to Segovia" – these are the words of just one of my satisfied guests. Book a tour with me and find out for yourself!

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19 EUR

Duration

6 h

Languages

French, English, Spanish

Terral

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Terral

By Tomás

Sandwiches, crepes, juices & "free art"

Terral

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Just in front of the Filmoteca, there is a cozy cafeteria perfect for take brunch on sundays, or just having a coffee, a sandwich, a juice, a salad or any of their delicious cakes.. The decoration makes this place very warm and friendly, specially during the summer, with all its windows and doors open. Read more ›

by Tomás

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