8 days in Madrid Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

For shopping fun, head to Gran Via or Barrio de Salamanca. Get outdoors at Hoces del Rio Duraton Natural Park and Puerto De Cotos. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Madrid: Via XXIV de Antonino (in Cercedilla), Toledo (Catedral Primada & Casco Historico de Toledo) and El Relaxarium de Rebeca (in Bargas). There's still lots to do: walk around Parque del Retiro, get outside with Outdoor Activities, steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Madrid trip planner.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in February, and nighttime lows around 3°C.