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Calle Alcala and Culture

The Plaza Mayor is the latest must-see site, rectangular space in the center of which stands the statue of Felipe III in summer is full of terraces, where you can stop to rest and drink. Not forgetting the fans meeting every Sunday philately are under its arches and arcades. Certain is that you can choose another alternative to see the city, like any self-respecting place hidden in its streets, neighborhoods unforgettable walks flagship would give us a good idea around in neighborhoods such as the Latin exceptional idea to eat what a cute or Lavapies cultural diversity. Other side. Indisputable is also not a walk in the Rastro of Madrid. Located in the city center every Sunday and holiday locate a lot of small stall where you can find anything you’re looking for.

They are like a department store on the cheap. Tanners Rivera, Cascorro Square, Ronda de Toledo three examples of streets where street sits this unique market. A tip: do not lose sight of the bags. An excellent idea is to know the Gran Via in Madrid, starts at the Plaza of Spain, culminating with Calle Alcala. This street is known for its congregation of cinemas and flashing neon signs reminiscent of the great American streets.

If we still have time, invite you to take a tour of the Planetarium, the Royal Tapestry Factory, the Botanical Gardens, the Wax Museum, City Museum, Temple Debob, Quio Torres, Paseo de la Castellana, Plaza Colon, Amusement Park, Zoo, Casa de Campo, National Library … As for eating is concerned, Madrid offers a wide variety of astronomy. Welcomes the great dishes from other communities (paella, stew …) but without neglecting his own business, example of this is tripe from Madrid and cooked. The issue of accommodation is also a point to consider. As befits a large city that is home to all types of people with very different lives and rhythms, it was obvious that there were options to stay. Thus find accommodation from first to fifth class. Hotels, hostels, pensions, camping, are part of the mosaic of varieties, Are the prices? Everything from 15E at night to what you may be able to spend. Prices in Madrid, as in any large city are important. To orient ourselves more or less, you should know that the average for eating out would be about 10E, staying, as we have said from 15 to 20E, drink (coffee, sugar cane …) from 1E, 1E transport per trip, an urban phone call 3 min about 15 cents, the entrance of the cinema 6E … HOLIDAYS: 2 de Mayo: Day of the Community of Madrid.