In the centre of the old Madrid, the narrow cobblestone streets can fool the senses into thinking you're in a pueblo of centuries ago. Fact is, little has changed in this part of the city and the restoration efforts of city government can be appreciated. Historic sites such as Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol set the stage for an eye-opening stroll through time.
Madrid is a cosmopolitan city, where you can find everything you may need, where the modern blends perfectly with the classic and traditional elements… An absolute must for any visitor to Madrid is a stroll through the well known outdoor market “Rastro” and a visit of a traditional tapas bar, where you can enjoy one of Spains’s typical meals.
As capital of Spain, Madrid is also home of the Royal family, the Spanish Government and many other national institutions. The town has a long and fascinating history and all over Madrid there are monuments and museums of great artistically value. Do not miss to visit these famous buildings and moreover, the Retiro, the Gran Vía and the Crystal Palace.
As Madrid is a city with a lot of tourist and therefore a lot of different nationalities, the atmosphere of the city is really stunning. This combined with the "Madrilènes" passion for going out at night makes the town a great place to eat out with a numerous variation of national and international restaurants.
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