Madrid
Madrid City Break
Madrid city breaks are a lively adventure of unique art, culture and Europe's most flamboyant nightlife. The city is not as architecturally enchanting as Spain's other major cities, however it's energetic atmosphere and contemporary style more than makes up for it in the sun kissed capital.
Madrid has been Spain's capital city since 1952 and is ideally located on the Iberian Peninsula. Artistically Madrid has always been a major European capital, with an array of art galleries and museums including; the famous Museo del Prado, which features artworks by many Spanish and European masters dating back to the Renaissance. The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Sofia, which offers an exploration of twentieth century art, including Picasso, Miro and Dali and the Museo Thyssn-Bornemiza, which contains one of the world's most extensive art collections.
Madrid city breaks cater to all types of visitors and if art is not your passion, then Spain's biggest bullring, the Plaza de Toros may offer more attraction, as regular bullfights are still held in it's massive arena. And for less bloody-thirsty sports, football fans can watch Real Madrid or Atletico de Madrid play.
The city has an array of lively cafes, restaurants and chic bars to stop in and relax in the hot summer climate, and for Madrid City breaks in the cold winters the modern metropolis has an array of indoor activities to entertain it's many visitors.
