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 tab…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.
El Jardin Secreto
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13
3
This is creative decoration taking to the next level - an experience in itself just to sit and look around. Here are no symmetry or minimalism, and everywhere you look you will find new details. In top of that the food is delicious, the service is friendly and you can try such exotic dishes as zebra, camel and kangaroo.
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Azotea Círculo de Bellas Artes
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32
9
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.
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Local Experience
Mysteries in a Tapas Madrid Tour
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29
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Duration
5 h
Languages
English, Spanish
Atocha trainstation
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14
1
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.
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Parque del Retiro
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18
7
This is a must when you visit Madrid. Whether it's to soak up the sun, to take in the colours of the fall, to feel the melancholy of winter or the joy of spring. At the northern end of the park you can't miss the huge boating lake, where you can enjoy the monument to King Alfonso XII from the water. The Crystal Palace nearby is also worth visiting.
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Gourmet Experience Gran Via
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13
5
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.
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Chocolatería San Ginés
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17
8
You can't visit Madrid without trying churros or the thicker porras. Doughnut-like deep fried batter, eaten with a cup of thick chocolatesauce or coffee. San Ginés is like the holy grail of churros, and this old style café's atmosphere alone is worth the visit. Enjoy your churros at the marble tables, and watch the busy staff prepare your treats.
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Local Experience
Mysteries in a Tapas Madrid Tour
Prices from
29
EUR
Duration
5 h
Languages
English, Spanish
Mercado de San Ildefonso
Cafes
12
2
On the second floor you will found yourself surrounded by tempting foodstalls, offering everything from freshbaked crêpes to seafood and classic Spanish tapas. Enjoy your chosen treats in the middle of this cool and cozy marketbuilding, or visit the bar upstairs for a perfect overview.
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Salvador Bachiller Jardin Secreto
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26
4
This beautiful rooftop terrace is one of those magical places you happen to find when exploring Madrid. It's a perfect place for a coffee break during your shopping spree, and with a retracatable roof and effective heaters, you are safe here no matter how the weather is. The shop itself offers quality accessories for reasonable prices.
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Matadero Madrid
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11
4
Great concerts and festivals, open air spaces and trendy bars, astonishing theatre plays, amazing exhibitions, excellent cinema programs, vibrant design and music centers...all this and more in a huge space that gathers a dozen buildings serving as a good example of Madrid's new architecture dealing with recycled and pre-existing elements.
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Mercado San Anton
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15
4
Madrileños and people from all over Spain share their businesses and everyday stuff in this place. You can observe how they disconnect from everyday routine, chat with each other and enjoy beer and tapas. People here are open, if you ask for something, they will help you, and maybe you'll even make new friends to share a drink with.
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Terraza Cibeles
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7
1
This is the perfect place to treat yourself to a colourful cocktail or a local beer, after a whole day exploring the streets of Madrid – or as a good way to end a tour of the buildings viewpoint-tower. Let the lounge-music get you in the mood for a night out in the never-sleeping city.
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La Central de Callao
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6
0
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.
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Circo de las Tapas
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4
2
The restaurant offers a great value three course meal, and you should go here for delicious Spanish-style food with a twist. While the restaurant-area is simple but very cozy, the front and the downstairs lounge are creatively decorated with an urban touch.
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Lolina Vintage Café
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6
0
If you are enthusiastic about the vintage style of those decades this is an absolute shrine and a must see. Besides coffee you can enjoy breakfast, brunch, cakes and light meals here - as well as delicious cocktails mixed by the friendly staff. As a contrast to the time of the interior, the café offers free wifi.
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Such a Buildings!
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4
1
Is like a travel through different cultures and periods... seems to be many cities inside just one
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