Eating in Madrid

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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.

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Cool and peaceful

Cool and peaceful

Mercado San Anton

Mercado San Anton

Eat, shop and be amazed

Eat, shop and be amazed

Gourmet Experience Gran Via

Gourmet Experience Gran Via

Trendy urban treats

Trendy urban treats

Mercado de San Ildefonso

Mercado de San Ildefonso

Enter the fantasy world

Enter the fantasy world

El Jardin Secreto

El Jardin Secreto

Azotea Círculo de Bellas Artes

Madrid from above

Azotea Círculo de Bellas Artes

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'Madrid al Cielo' - Madrid to heaven, is a popular proverb in the Spanish captial, and on top of the art building Círculo de Bellas Artes in Madrid, locals can almost reach the sky. The rooftop terrace offers stunning views of downtown Madrid, and as far as the snowcovered mountain peaks on the horizon. Read more ›

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Salvador Bachiller Jardin Secreto

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 ›

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Parque del Retiro

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 ›

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Mercado San Anton

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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 ›

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Gourmet Experience Gran Via

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Eat, shop and be amazed

Gourmet Experience Gran Via

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This is one of the best combinations of food and panoramic views you will find in Madrid. A unique mix of a delicatessen market, a bunch of small gourmet restaurants and an absolutely stunning view of the skyline outside. Locals come here to shop for home-cooking or to enjoy a dinner and drinks with friends. Read more ›

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Atocha trainstation

Welcome to the jungle

Atocha trainstation

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It's rare to find a trainstation being an attraction in itself, but that is exactly what Atocha is. Along with Charmartín, this is one of the major transport-hubs in Madrid, connecting the metro with the main trainlines, and sending trains in all directions in Spain. Read more ›

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Local Experience

Tapas and Flamenco Madrid

Tapas and Flamenco Madrid

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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!

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39 EUR

Duration

7 h

Languages

English, Spanish

El Jardin Secreto

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Enter the fantasy world

El Jardin Secreto

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A unicorn is popping its head out of the all, little hot air balloons are flying over your head and a giant colourful tiger adorns the back wall. This place is like no other, and more than a café, a restaurant and a bar, it's a world of wonders and entertainment. Read more ›

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Mercado de San Ildefonso

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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 ›

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Chocolatería San Ginés

Serving churros since 1894

Chocolatería San Ginés

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Madrileños love their churros, and this is the place they go for the real thing. The beautiful chocolatería with it's classic interior, is an iconic part of the SOl area and has served 'churros con chocolate' for more than 100 years. The walls inside is adorned with photos of celebrities visiting, and due to it's popularity it can be busy at times. Read more ›

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Salon des Fleurs

A scent of flowers, cakes and coffee

Salon des Fleurs

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Located in the nice neighbourhood of Chamberí, this totally charming café and flowershop is out of reach from the mass tourism, and that's the only reason you can still catch a quiet coffee here. This place is completed in an English tea house style, with a touch of romantic garden and Parisian atmosphere. Read more ›

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Matadero Madrid

Contemporary Art Center

Matadero Madrid

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This flourishing art center, located in the old central slaughterhouse of Madrid, offers a huge public open space for all cultural forms of expression and dialogue between the arts. Some of the most creative spots can be found here, as well as trendy events and popular concerts and exhibitions. Read more ›

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El Pez Gordo

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Tapasbar in the backstreets

El Pez Gordo

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Locals avoid the touristy tapas-places along Gran Vía and go to the 'backstreets' for the more authentic food. The Fat Fish is one of those and a very popular tapas-spot in the lively Calle Pez. At the white marble tables surrounded by black and white jazz posters, people enjoy their tasty croquetas, jamón and tortilla and a drink. Read more ›

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El Rey de Tallarines

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Tasty hand-pulled Chinese noodles

El Rey de Tallarines

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The most popular dish is the noodles, but the dumplings and red curry are also in demand. The noodles are delicious and very good value for money. You also get your food very fast. Their second restaurant in Calle General Cisneros 49 - not as central as the first one - is even cheaper. Read more ›

Local Experience

Linking Parks Urban Hike in Madrid

Linking Parks Urban Hike in Madrid

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Discover Madrid’s highlights on an entertaining urban hike with a friendly and enthusiastic local guide. Skip the tourist bus and explore the Spanish capital on foot!

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39 EUR

Duration

4 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Mercado de la Paz

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A local market atmosphere

Mercado de la Paz

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Hidden among fashionable brand stores in the Salamanca neighbourhood, this food market has provided the locals with fresh food and delicatessen products for more than 130 years. People come here to shop seafood, meet, cheese, fruit and much more, in a market that extends to outdoor stalls. Read more ›

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Terraza Cibeles

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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 ›

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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 ›

Taberna La Descubierta

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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 ›

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La Ciudad Invisible

Sustainable travel hotspot

La Ciudad Invisible

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A wonderful multifuncitonal café for everyone who loves travelling. The Invisible City is A combined café, bar and travel-library, where people come to research their next trip, to buy guidebooks or to attend travel talks. The café takes their responsibility in many ways, like selling fairtrade coffee and by minimizing power and water usage. Read more ›

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La Central de Callao

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A world of words

La Central de Callao

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Located just around the corner from the buzzing Plaza del Callao, this combined bookstore and café certainly lives up to it's name. A heaven for booklovers who can explore three floors of the written word, and take a rest in the downstairs café, bar and restaurant. Read more ›

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Lolina Vintage Café

Have a coffee in the past

Lolina Vintage Café

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This is like a time machine to colourful past decades, when velour, the colour orange and heavy patterned wallpapers were the height of fashion. A great place to relax in furniture from the 50's, 60's and 70's, while sipping a coffee and listening to the happy tunes of that era. Don't miss the downstairs lounge loaded with vintage goods. Read more ›

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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!

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25 EUR

Duration

2 h

Languages

French, English, Spanish

Taberna Sanlúcar

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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 ›

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Circo de las Tapas

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Join the circus

Circo de las Tapas

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Behind the beautiful glass facade of Circo de las Tapas, lies a warm and cozy restaurant and bar with a distinct mediterranean feel. Loved for it's relaxed holiday atmosphere, friendly staff and great food. Locals drop in for a casual beer and some tapas in the front room, or the full menu in the bigger room with a covered patio. Read more ›

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La Bicicleta Café

Creative work café and bike mekka

La Bicicleta Café

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Jump on 'the bike' and soak up the creative atmosphere in this work friendly café and bar, where freelancers dive into their laptops and students into their books - surrounded by the smell of coffee and delicious food. The artsy bike-themed interiors are well equipped for both workers and regular guests, and shifts gears to become a bar at night. Read more ›

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La Infinito

Coffee and culture

La Infinito

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This is one of the best work-cafés in the Lavapiés neighbourhood and a great combo of coffee and theater. On ground level this place is a charming café with many cool details like wall art, "fake windows" and a small glass-floor seating area. Downstairs you'll find a small stage with frequent shows outside the main summer months, check the website. Read more ›

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Trikini Club

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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 ›

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Café de la Luz

Light up your day

Café de la Luz

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With it's relaxed atmosphere, friendly service and casual vintage style charm, this café is loved by the locals of Malasaña, who come in for brunch, coffee breaks or drinks in late hours. It is also a popular place for students to catch up with projects, as free wifi is offered. Read more ›

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El Parnasillo

A good old place for drink

El Parnasillo

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Located in the lively Las Letras neighbourhood, this place has been around for almost 200 years. A cozy and warm Irish-style pub where locals meet for a drink with friends, or hang out for various events such as Language-exchange nights or magic shows. Read more ›

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Local Experience

Savour Madrid like a local

Savour Madrid like a local

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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".

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50 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Toma Café

Intimate local coffee spot

Toma Café

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This intimate coffee hut is so small that it's almost difficult to spot – unless you're local. 'Hidden' in Calle de Palma, Toma Café has everything but size and offers a cozy place to drop in for a quick cup with friends, as well as an opportunity for a chat with a stranger. Read more ›

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Taberna de la Daniela

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Great Cocido Madrileño!!

Taberna de la Daniela

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It has the Cocido Madrileño, a very typical dish in Madrid, that you can only eat in winter because at summer they stop serving it. It is a heavy dish and you´ll want to take a "siesta" after but it is amazing and very well served. For 25€ per person you can eat chickenpeas, meat of various kinds and vegetables. Read more ›

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Casa Labra

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A bar preserved in time

Casa Labra

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It's a place from other time. You can even see a warning indicating that singing is not allowed. The cod croquettes are excellent, and the beer is served in it's own bar. Great place for a pause on a visit to the center. Read more ›

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C.C. Príncipe Pío

When the weather isn't so fine: Mall

C.C. Príncipe Pío

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Because is inside an old Train Station, beautifull, still in use, in the centre of the city and... usefull when rainning or windy, cold, hot... Summer or Winter Weather :) We got more Malls in the city but not in the centre, nor in Historical buildings: Moda Shopping, in front of Real Madrid stadium, smaller; other, La Vaguada, biggest... Read more ›

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Donde Mónica

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A coffee in a landscaped patio

Donde Mónica

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A lovely courtyard with ivy-covered walls, hidden in the heart of the Salamanca district. A beautiful little house with an idyllic terrace of 8 tables where the pretty people of the surrounding offices have breakfast, ligh lunch or an afterwork drink under the shade of the trees. Read more ›

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Such a Buildings!

Walk&Watch Architecture

Such a Buildings!

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You just walk around the Madrid city centre, and not so centric always, and watch around our amazing Architecture every quarter got. All different and still beautifull. Main quarters where to find interesting buildings.. nearly everywhere! doesn't matter if you pass by Retiro quarter or Argüelles one; Castellana or Gran Vía, ever is fine! Read more ›

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Sidrería El Tigre

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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 ›

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Local Experience

Free Walking Tour Madrid Highlights

Free Walking Tour Madrid Highlights

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Join the 2,5 hours Free Walking Tour Madrid Highlights, explore the hidden places of the Spanish capital and learn about the history and legends of this stunning city with enthusiastic guides and lovers of Madrid.

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0 EUR

Duration

2.5 h

Languages

English

Ocho y Medio Librería

A shrine for cinemaniacs

Ocho y Medio Librería

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Packed with books dedicated the big screen, this combined bookstore and café is the place to be for any local movie lover. They come here to buy cinematic literature as well as movies and movie posters - or just to have a coffee or a drink in these unique surroundings. Read more ›

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Shukran

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Discover Lebanese food near Retiro

Shukran

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There is so much more to the culinary scene in Madrid than just tapas and madrileños like to explore other exotic options from time to time. Lebanese food fits well within these options, as like Spanish food it's not especially spicy. Shukran is found several places around town, but this one at Casa Arabe has a unique setting near the Retiro park. Read more ›

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Swinton & Grant

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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 ›

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Zombie Bar

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If you're craving cocktails and burgers

Zombie Bar

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Zombie Bar is a funky and punky retro-style bar and restaurant, known for their excellent burgers and delicious cocktails. The original one found in the bohemian night-life area along Calle Pez, while another Zombie recently popped up in the nearby Conde Duque area. Read more ›

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Greek and Shop

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A geek about greek

Greek and Shop

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If you love greek food or just want a fresh alternative to fastfood - this is the place to go. Fitting in well with the cool and surrounding Malasaña-quarter, this place has quickly become popular with he locals for their delicatessen shop and fresh-made greek-style sandwiches at reasonable prices. Read more ›

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La Malinche

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Authentic Mexican treats

La Malinche

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Forget the classic and touristy Mexican restaurants, which are more focused on the decoration than the food. This place is the real deal and run by a passionate couple, where the wife is Mexican and cooks everything herself. A small local restaurant with a friendly atmosphere and a wide selection of tasty treats, like burritos and homemade tacos. Read more ›

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MyVeg

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Veggies + Pleasure = MyVeg

MyVeg

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This restaurant is very related with the vegetables, as you can guess reading the place's name, but it's not a vegetarian restaurant. All their dishes are quite healthy and tasty at the same time. The quality of their products is really good. The decoration is simply but quite modern in accordance with the area they are located. Read more ›

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Pub Crawl Madrid

Pub Crawl Madrid

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Experience the energy of Madrid at night on the Pub Crawl Madrid with party loving guides and an up-for-fun crowd. Join with Pub Crawl Madrid a cool group of backpackers, travelers, or people just looking for a good time, and go to some of Madrid best bars and clubs.

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12 EUR

Duration

5 h

Languages

English, Spanish

Rosi La Loca

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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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Mercado de Motores

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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 ›

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Mercado Municipal de Vallehermoso

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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 ›

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Restaurante Botín

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Classic Cochinillo.

Restaurante Botín

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It is more for tourists than for locals, but everybody in Madrid has been there at least once. The Michelin guide of 1987 says that it is the oldest restaurant still open in Europe (originally from 1725) and that Goya (the artist) was a waiter there when he was a teenager. Don't know if it is true but I believe :) Read more ›

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FERPAL

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Learn what we call Sandwich :)

FERPAL

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I know from I was a teenager, special Sundays afternoon ride to the Centre to buy Special too Sandwichs. My favorite are cheese with whatever, anchovis, nuts... but may find many kind of and buy candies, violets: around an old song women in the streets selling violets flower to the men to take to their wife... as old fashion romantic we were Read more ›

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TRIBALL

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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 ›

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Carmencita

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The best Egg Benedict

Carmencita

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Every Sunday Carmencita Bar get full of brunch lovers ready to enjoy a delicious American brunch. On the menu: mouthwatering eggs, sausages and bacon, large hamburgers, salads, homemade cakes (the carrot cake, oh my God!) and ........glasses of mimosas! Read more ›

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Madrid Tailored Fun and Professional Photo Shoot

Madrid Tailored Fun and Professional Photo Shoot

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Take home some extra special souvenirs of your time in Madrid! Let us organise a fun photo session against some of the city’s best backdrops with your own friendly, bilingual and local professional photographer.

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42.71 EUR

Duration

1 h

Languages

English, Spanish

EcoCentro

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My favorite vegan restaurant in Madrid

EcoCentro

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EcoCentro is more than a restaurant including self-service buffet area, it's also a vegan supermarket and a place to learn about all types of arts and culture around physical and mental healthy life. You'll love it!!! ;) Read more ›

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Aió

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Best place for "aperitivo italiano"

Aió

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Aiò is a cosy italian bar/restaurant located really close to Gran Via. They are real Italians from the Sardinia island and you can definitely see ( or taste) it in the food. Service is good and if you don't find a table on the main floor you can go downstairs and have the sofa and a more intimate environment. Read more ›

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¡Ay mi Madre!

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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 ›

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La Gelateria di Angelo

Heavenly ice cream near the river

La Gelateria di Angelo

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Who can resist high quality Italian ice cream? Based in a residential neighbourhood, this place isn't overrun by tourists, despite being very close to the wonderful park along the Manzanares River. The perfect place to cool down with a taste of ice cream heaven. Read more ›

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Lolo Polos Artesanos

The natural choice of treats in the heat

Lolo Polos Artesanos

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If you spent enough time around Calle del Espíritu Santo in the Malasaña neighbourhood, you will most likely see a number of people walking around with colourful popsicles - tempting you to find their origin. And you will succeed at number 16, where the fruity popsicles from LOLO quickly have become a favourite cool treat among locals. Read more ›

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Literary Quartet

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Come and enjoy the Cervantes food

Literary Quartet

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The area is known as Literary Quartet, as every writter from the Spanish Literary Gold Century, as Quixote author, Cervantes, pass by. Their, streets are full of interesting places where taste the authentic Spanish food, and in a relax ambiance as only residents cars are allowed. Read more ›

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Bolero Meatballs

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Have a ball - or more

Bolero Meatballs

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Albóndigas is Spanish for meatballs, and you won't find them much better than at Bolero. An intimate little take away near Plaza del Callao, with full focus on these tasty treats, served as tapas or as a menu in a sandwich. Due to its location in a smaller side street, this place is mostly visited by locals who quickly become regulars. Read more ›

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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

Happy Day

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Go cupcake crazy

Happy Day

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This place is a shrine for everyone addicted to the colourful world of cupcakes. Decorated in American romantic vintage style and stacked with beautiful cupcakes, muffins, cookies and cakes. The Happy Day bakery fits perfectly in the lovely Malasaña area. Read more ›

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Vacaciones Cocktail Bar

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 ›

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Mistura Handcrafted Ice Cream

Delicious handcrafted ice creams & juice

Mistura Handcrafted Ice Cream

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Located between Malasaña and Chueca there is a little but cozy place called Mistura. The main products are the handcrafted ice creams, made with local and natural ingredients and mixed with tasty toppings. This idea was taken from a trip the owners made years ago to India. They use a cool mixing technique over a frozen marble table. Read more ›

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NAP Neapolitan Authentic Pizza

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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 ›

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Kloster, the best for a Sunday'Beer

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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 home back with no need of cooking. May see what formerly a famous Jazz Club Read more ›

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La Taurina

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Autentic Madrilian food for local price

La Taurina

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Is in the real city centre and decorated around Bullfighter' History. Autentic Madrilian food (for quite afordable prices) as Oxtail, rice with lobster, beef entrecote, cod croquettes, the octopus Galician style and some delicious scrambled eggs with ham. Read more ›

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El Buda Feliz

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True Chino in Plaza de la Luna.

El Buda Feliz

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First of all it´s been there since 1974. El Buda Feliz is not a restaurant but an institution. They made a renovation, the restaurant is very nicely decorated (the bathroom deserves a tip for itself haha) and the food improved recently also with a change in the menu. Read more ›

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Alternative bike tour: the best of street art in Madrid

Alternative bike tour: the best of street art in Madrid

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Madrid's #1 street art bike tour is now available. Discover with a local graffiti artist the most trendy areas in the neighborhoods of Malasaña, Lavapiés and Embajadores. Enjoy the best street art and graffiti from national and international artists.

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32 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

French, English, Spanish

StreetXO

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The low-cost of 3 Michelin Stars DIVERXO

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It´s in the roof top of the Corte Ingles of Calle Serrano. You can have a a 3 star courses experience on a much lower budget. It isn´t cheap, the dishes are small so you have to eat at least 2 per person but is worth it. Read more ›

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La Pescadería

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One of Madrid´s best Terrazas

La Pescadería

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This is one of Madrid´s best terrazas (and more disputed as well) for summer. It is in the heart of the bohemian neighborhood Malasaña, just near Plaza de Carlos Cambronero, a very transited place on the summer weekend afternoons. You can live the city just by sitting here and have a beer. Read more ›

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sasha boom

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Asian Fusion Food just near Ponzano

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The food is really nice and the place is very instagrammable. They have a nice decor and some neons over the walls, giving a japanese-underground feeling to the restaurant. They have some handcrafted beer also, with different flavours. Very nice. Read more ›

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Kabuki Wellington

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Best Japanese EVER.

Kabuki Wellington

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Kabuki could mean also "they day I found out that I have never eaten real tuna". This is a very expensive restaurant but it worths every penny. I went for the tasting menu - which I strongly recommend. If you go a la carte it is ok but will may spend more than with the menu. Read more ›

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Peyote San

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Pacific food from México to Japan

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The food is amazing, the cocktails are great and on weekends, after 11PM (or 12AM I can´t remember, too many cocktails) they have a DJ playing in the restaurant and things get jazzy, with people dancing on the tables and turns the entire restaurante on a dancing floor. And you can stay sited on your place, if you don´t feel like dancing also. Read more ›

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80 Grados

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XS Food Style

80 Grados

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They make low-temperature recipes, in small individual portions at 4,95€ each one. With 3 courses you are completely satisfied and this way you can try lots of different dishes at the same meal. They often change the menu, it's great to discover more flavors. Read more ›

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Skull St.

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Great Street Food

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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 ›

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Bike tour

Bike tour

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Let's get Madrid discovered and conquered on the bike! See everything interesting of Madrid in a 3 hour tour so the rest of your time in the city you can spend on tapas and catching sun on a (rooftop) terrace.

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38 EUR

Duration

3 h

Languages

French, English, Dutch

Hattori Hanzō

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Different kind of Japanese.

Hattori Hanzō

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It's an Izakaya, a place with street markets Japanese food. Very nice and different; and well located if you want to go out or have some drinks after dinner. The entrance of the restaurant is super cool, looks like a Japanese street and inside you have tables "under" the floor level. You have to see to understand. :D Read more ›

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Gumbo

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New Orleans Food in the heart of MAD.

Gumbo

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The food is very very good, worths the visit. The owner is an american guy that lives in Madrid and is very friendly. All that I tasted there was good so far. It´s a very informal restaurant, with a clean decoration (I love it) and in the heart of Malasaña. Read more ›

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Ribeira do Miño

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The Best Sea Food place on the city

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Because is autentic: Sea Food, ambiance, owner, wine... is a piece of Galicia in Madrid. And all for the best price, for 40€ you get an assorted See Food plate big enough for three and at the end a burned liqueour, named Queimada to have a Life free of witches. Read more ›

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Paperboy

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Gourmet style hotdogs

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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 ›

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Canalaska

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A cozy Canadien

Canalaska

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Tugged away near the eastern end of Calle de Hermosilla, in the fashionable Salamanca neighbourhood, Madrids only Canadian bar can be found. A maple leaf themed bar where locals drop by for a coffee, tapas or drinks. The food is mainly Spanish and so is the beer, but the two rooms with the dark wood interior are decorated with Canadian souvenirs. Read more ›

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Home Burger

So much more than fast food

Home Burger

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This burger has one of the best hamburgers of Madrid. Once you've tried them you realize that this kind of food is not junk food, it has quality. They use ecological meat and local products for their dishes. Decoration is close to the 80's American style burgers, but maybe little bit more sophisticated. Read more ›

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Terral

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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 ›

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Sierra de Guadarrama National Park Guided Hike

Sierra de Guadarrama National Park Guided Hike

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Explore secret trails and admire stunning scenery on a 5-hour hike through Madrid’s spectacular Sierra de Guadarrama National Park with an internationally qualified mountain guide.

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49 EUR

Duration

5 h

Languages

English, Spanish

La Fugitiva Librería Café

Cozy café-book shop

La Fugitiva Librería Café

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Small cozy café where one can feel like at home. Sit here and read or glance through one of their books while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea. Don't miss the tasty vegan chocolate cake! The waiters are lovely. You might be surrounded by people talking in different languages. A lovely calm place in the multicultural neighborhood of Lavapiés. Read more ›

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El restaurante vegetariano

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Best vegetarian restaurant in Madrid

El restaurante vegetariano

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A cute and cozy restaurant with only 8 tables. The owners are super nice and friendly and would take a couple of minutes to explain every dish if you need so. The food is home-cooked and of a great quality. You can ask for half a bottle of wine, but don't expect to ask for a Coca-Cola, they don't sell bottled sodas, just wine, beer, juices Read more ›

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