kel
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Madrid things to see, by kel on Apr 20, 2016 14:55:04 GMT 1, Off to Madrid at the beginning of May apart from the usual tourist attractions which I will be visiting does anyone know of any hidden golden gems worth visiting.
Off to Madrid at the beginning of May apart from the usual tourist attractions which I will be visiting does anyone know of any hidden golden gems worth visiting.
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chichi carter
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Madrid things to see, by chichi carter on Apr 20, 2016 15:56:13 GMT 1, Lucky you... Retiro Park is a must but probably already part of your list of tourist attractions to visit. On the first day of my stay about two and a half years ago I stumbled upon an amazing exhibit of contemporary spanish artists in the Palacio de Velasquez which is in the middle of the park. Entrance was free so you might want to pop in and see what's happening there. Another thing that is off the beaten path (and also free) is 'Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre de La Castellana', an outdoor sculpture park. A visit in the evening made for a very... dramatic experience! I don't know how long you'll be there but if you want to escape the hustle and bustle, grab a picnic and hop on the 'teleferico' which leaves from Parque del Oeste and takes you out to Casa de Campo. All this reminiscing makes me want to go back!
Lucky you... Retiro Park is a must but probably already part of your list of tourist attractions to visit. On the first day of my stay about two and a half years ago I stumbled upon an amazing exhibit of contemporary spanish artists in the Palacio de Velasquez which is in the middle of the park. Entrance was free so you might want to pop in and see what's happening there. Another thing that is off the beaten path (and also free) is 'Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre de La Castellana', an outdoor sculpture park. A visit in the evening made for a very... dramatic experience! I don't know how long you'll be there but if you want to escape the hustle and bustle, grab a picnic and hop on the 'teleferico' which leaves from Parque del Oeste and takes you out to Casa de Campo. All this reminiscing makes me want to go back!
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BKBOI
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Madrid things to see, by BKBOI on Apr 20, 2016 18:25:06 GMT 1, I was there back in 2011. This was just starting up. Place had a bit of everything from art, cinema, sports and good food.
www.mataderomadrid.org/index.php?idioma=EN
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isurus
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Madrid things to see, by isurus on Apr 20, 2016 18:32:04 GMT 1, This place is worth a visit to enjoy an informal but a fresh&cool meal. Highly recommended: "Mercado de San Miguel"
www.mercadodesanmiguel.es/en/
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pippyt75
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Madrid things to see, by pippyt75 on Apr 20, 2016 20:01:49 GMT 1, You MUST go and see Picasso's Guernica in the Prado if you haven't seen it before. It's breathtaking up close. And there's some amazing Borondo pieces in Tetuan.... 
You MUST go and see Picasso's Guernica in the Prado if you haven't seen it before. It's breathtaking up close. And there's some amazing Borondo pieces in Tetuan.... |
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chichi carter
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Madrid things to see, by chichi carter on Apr 20, 2016 20:04:59 GMT 1, You MUST go and see Picasso's Guernica in the Prado if you haven't seen it before. It's breathtaking up close. And there's some amazing Borondo pieces in Tetuan....
You MUST go and see Picasso's Guernica in the Prado if you haven't seen it before. It's breathtaking up close. And there's some amazing Borondo pieces in Tetuan.... Guernica isn't in the Prado, it's in the Reina Sofia. Most definitely worth a visit. |
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bigv
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Madrid things to see, by bigv on Apr 20, 2016 20:09:41 GMT 1, You can spend hours here eating your way from top to bottom. At any rate, you need to check out the jamon iberrico and jamon belotta. Both are insanely delicious if you like pork at all. Also, the Royal Palace is beautiful Casa de campo (I think) is gigantic. You can take the terriferico over it and see Goya's tomb from the air (along with 4 walls that say Goya at the right angle.
You can spend hours here eating your way from top to bottom. At any rate, you need to check out the jamon iberrico and jamon belotta. Both are insanely delicious if you like pork at all. Also, the Royal Palace is beautiful Casa de campo (I think) is gigantic. You can take the terriferico over it and see Goya's tomb from the air (along with 4 walls that say Goya at the right angle. |
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pippyt75
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Madrid things to see, by pippyt75 on Apr 20, 2016 20:10:05 GMT 1, My mistake! A gallery worth is a visit is My Name's Lolita. Rep Paco Pomet amongst others. Here's a photo of their front door.... 
My mistake! A gallery worth is a visit is My Name's Lolita. Rep Paco Pomet amongst others. Here's a photo of their front door.... |
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denada
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Madrid things to see, by denada on Apr 20, 2016 20:40:18 GMT 1, For street art:
Swinton & Grant - a really nice gallery space, book shop and place to grab a coffee. The guys who run it are very friendly and I'm sure if you ask them they would recommend some good spots for street art. Opposite the gallery is a wall with loads of murals, including pieces by SPY, Sabek, Borondo and more.
swintonandgrant.com/
You can also check out the tobacco factory, I think there is a Roa piece still in there and they hold some interesting exhibitions.
latabacalera.net/
Also have a look at what's on at the Caixa forum
www.gomadrid.com/museums/caixaforum.html
A nice walk along the Madrid Rio (the river, between Marquรฉs de Vadillo and Legazpi) will greet you with a huge Blu and Sam3 murals.
A lot of the large murals are spread out across the city in different neighborhoods (works by Jaz, Aryz etc). If you search a site like streetartnews with the tag Madrid, it should give you a idea of where to look.
The main street art areas in Madrid are probably Malasana and Lavapies.
Some more info on the Madrid street art project:
madridstreetartproject.com/
Madrid's 'golden triangle of art' is a must. You can save some money by visiting the museums at certain times which are free (check the websites).
Check out the view from the Debod temple at sunset.
You get a really good view of Gran Via (the main street in Madrid) from the cafe at the El Cortes Ingles at Plaza del Callao.
Also check out the rooftop bar @ the Cรญrculo de Bellas Artes (Calle de Alcalรก, 42 -7th Floor). A really nice view
Have fun, Madrid is a great city!
For street art: Swinton & Grant - a really nice gallery space, book shop and place to grab a coffee. The guys who run it are very friendly and I'm sure if you ask them they would recommend some good spots for street art. Opposite the gallery is a wall with loads of murals, including pieces by SPY, Sabek, Borondo and more. swintonandgrant.com/You can also check out the tobacco factory, I think there is a Roa piece still in there and they hold some interesting exhibitions. latabacalera.net/Also have a look at what's on at the Caixa forum www.gomadrid.com/museums/caixaforum.htmlA nice walk along the Madrid Rio (the river, between Marquรฉs de Vadillo and Legazpi) will greet you with a huge Blu and Sam3 murals. A lot of the large murals are spread out across the city in different neighborhoods (works by Jaz, Aryz etc). If you search a site like streetartnews with the tag Madrid, it should give you a idea of where to look. The main street art areas in Madrid are probably Malasana and Lavapies. Some more info on the Madrid street art project: madridstreetartproject.com/Madrid's 'golden triangle of art' is a must. You can save some money by visiting the museums at certain times which are free (check the websites). Check out the view from the Debod temple at sunset. You get a really good view of Gran Via (the main street in Madrid) from the cafe at the El Cortes Ingles at Plaza del Callao. Also check out the rooftop bar @ the Cรญrculo de Bellas Artes (Calle de Alcalรก, 42 -7th Floor). A really nice view Have fun, Madrid is a great city! |
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pippyt75
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Madrid things to see, by pippyt75 on Apr 20, 2016 21:15:49 GMT 1, Also some good pejac... 
Also some good pejac... |
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Madrid things to see, by Deleted on Apr 20, 2016 22:15:25 GMT 1, My mistake! A gallery worth is a visit is My Name's Lolita. Rep Paco Pomet amongst others. Here's a photo of their front door....
My mistake! A gallery worth is a visit is My Name's Lolita. Rep Paco Pomet amongst others. Here's a photo of their front door.... i am getting a little bit of over exposure to this image, tag over it i say :-) |
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Tiki
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Madrid things to see, by Tiki on Apr 21, 2016 10:14:33 GMT 1, "Mercado San Anton" & "Mercado San Miguel" are well worth a visit for foodies and former has a great rooftop bar. Order an Aperol Spritz! The later is really expensive as it's aimed at tourists but really good food, the tortilla in particular. Ask for a wine recommendation from the wine counter inside, they really know their stuff!
Also "1862 Dry Bar" in Malasana make some of the best drinks I have ever had - It's run by and Italian guy who is an absolute legend. I'd recommend the Moscow Mule.
The "Prado Museum" you can get lost in and easily spend a day there.
"Terraza Cibeles" in Banco de Espana has one of the best views of Madrid, great spot to watch the sun go down with a G&T.
If you head to La Latina and in particular "La Musa Latina" They have a gorgeous little square there where you can comfortably get pissed well into the wee hours. La Latina is usually a lot quieter and chilled than in a lot of other parts of the city.
I lived in Madrid for 2 years and as you can probably tell it was pretty booze fuelled.
"Mercado San Anton" & "Mercado San Miguel" are well worth a visit for foodies and former has a great rooftop bar. Order an Aperol Spritz! The later is really expensive as it's aimed at tourists but really good food, the tortilla in particular. Ask for a wine recommendation from the wine counter inside, they really know their stuff!
Also "1862 Dry Bar" in Malasana make some of the best drinks I have ever had - It's run by and Italian guy who is an absolute legend. I'd recommend the Moscow Mule.
The "Prado Museum" you can get lost in and easily spend a day there.
"Terraza Cibeles" in Banco de Espana has one of the best views of Madrid, great spot to watch the sun go down with a G&T.
If you head to La Latina and in particular "La Musa Latina" They have a gorgeous little square there where you can comfortably get pissed well into the wee hours. La Latina is usually a lot quieter and chilled than in a lot of other parts of the city.
I lived in Madrid for 2 years and as you can probably tell it was pretty booze fuelled.
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