Short breaks in Madrid
The stunning city of Madrid is the perfect location for a short break that is filled with sightseeing, shopping, culture and delicious cuisine.
Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a family weekend away of sightseeing, Madrid city, located deep in the heart of mainland Spain, has something for everyone, and with flights taking less than 3 hours what are you waiting for?
Madrid by day and night
Madrid has plenty to fill the days during your short break to the city. Take in the glorious weather with a walk in the Botanical Gardens which contain over 30,000 species of trees and plants or swim, hire boats and visit the zoo at Casa de Campo on the banks of the Manzanares River. Don’t miss the Parque del Retiro with its ornate gateways, thousands of trees and quiet nooks where you can find a bit more privacy. With such a rich history, Madrid is packed with historical buildings, museums and plazas where you can find out more about Spanish culture in a relaxing – and air conditioned – atmosphere. Check out the architecture and frescos of the Palacio Royal or visit the Golden Triangle of Art including the Museo del Prado where Pablo Picasso’s ‘Guernica’ hangs. If you are looking for something a bit livelier why not experience a classic bullfight in the largest bullring in Spain, Las Ventas or grab your clubs and try your hand at a hole-in-one at Real Club de Puerta de Hierro – you will have 36 attempts at this huge course.
Although Madrid has so much to offer visitors during the day, the city really comes to life at night. Start your evening with a meal in a traditional restaurant; sit back and relax with typical Madrilenian dishes such as garlic soup and baked bream to traditional tapas nibbles and a beer. As the sun sets, it’s time to pull on your dancing shoes and head to some of the city’s legendary night clubs to join the locals dancing the night away. If your feet need a rest from all that sightseeing, Madrid’s Auditorio Nacional de Musica hosts a variety of concerts and operas with Spanish or touring orchestras and the Teatro de la Zarzuela specialises in the traditional Spanish musical theatre of Zarzuela.
A low cost city break to Madrid
If you can’t wait to walk along the beautiful avenues of Madrid, experience the laid-back Spanish mood and sleep away your stress during siesta, book your Madrid city break with lowcostholidays.com today!
With cheap flights and a fantastic range of hotels to suit all tastes and budgets, you are only one step away from a fantastic city break in Madrid!
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