Madrid

The Capital of Spain located in the very centre of the Iberian Peninsular. With its wide avenues, renaissance architecture, stunning art galleries, impressive Royal Palace and fine plazas. Must sees are the world famous Museo del Prado which houses many masterpieces, the Retiro Park, one of Europe’s most beautiful gardens, and the remarkable 18th century Royal Palace. There is plenty of nightlife and shopping possibilities, including excellent buys on leather, handicraft and gold. A pleasurable time can be spent in the evenings in a local tapas bar relaxing after a days sightseeing.

Transfers & Travel Tips

Transfers from Madrid airport to the city centre take approximately forty five minutes and cost under two pounds (by bus). The airport bus runs every fifteen minutes and runs from 05:00 to 01:30 hours. A taxi will cost approximately eight pounds. The city metro and bus service is excellent, efficient and inexpensive.