Our Top Things to Do in Madrid | Spain Travel Guide

Ep.117 Join us as we explore Madrid, a city renowned for its stunning architecture and vibrant plazas. Walk the bustling streets with us, including the famous Gran Via. We share our favorite cremeria and eat at Botin, the oldest restaurant in the world. We fit so much into this one video. Watch as we uncover what makes Madrid so unique!

We visited Madrid from June 18-July 18, 2024

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Chapters:
00:00 - Start
00:45 - Our Airbnb near Plaza Mayor
01:43 - Mercado de San Miguel
04:01 - Puerto del Sol
04:57 - Experiencing Gran Via
05:43 - La Latina and El Reisa Market
08:31 - Our favorite cremeria in Madrid
09:37 - Reina Sophia Museum
11:06 - Museo Del Prado
12:24 - Retiro Park is massive
16:47 - Gorgeous Royal Palace tour
19:52 - Parque Madrid Río
20:44 - Botin: the oldest restaurant in the world
28:23 - What we paid

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[anthonypeter]

Judy, you are always a captivating narrator at the beginning of your videos!

[JohnRPike]

Totally enjoyed this from start to finish. Absolutely thorough and outstanding.
Very interesting to learn about the oldest restaurant in the work. That cost for 2 was not too bad.
Glad you guys had a date night.
I think that palace was absolutely outstanding, Mind blowing beauty.

[sarai]

I was there Sept 2023 and love my visit to Madrid. I had no issues with entry into all the museums. If you go later in the afternoon closure to dinner time there’s less people especially during the week day. Also toward the end of September is best to travel to Europe.

[MsMariaSierra]

We loved Madrid and can’t wait to return. Again, another of your videos which brought back so many beautiful memories. I celebrated my birthday at Botín and still have the sangria pitcher our waiter gifted me for my birthday — it’s identical to the one you show in your video! I made the reservation 6 months in advance!! As always, you knocked it out of the park!!! 👏🏻

[enriquesanchez]

The BOTIN food is always amazing! That Iberian Ham is quite special ♥

[JuliaGonzalesTravels]

Oh I can't wait we are heading there in November!!

[enriquesanchez]

The CRYSTAL PALACE cannot be missed! ♥ There was nothing on the floor when I went :) Just open spaces!

[taracatherineriley]

Hi Judy and Kevin, Lovely video as always. We were in Madrid in April and had a great time. We didn’t eat at Botin, but I have to give them a shout out as they were so nice to let us walk thru and see the restaurant plus even showed us the kitchen. We had a fabulous breakfast at Nomade Cafe. I even skipped out on another place to eat there twice and the owners were lovely there as well. Happy Travels. Take care, Tara.

[davidcrespo]

I adoreeee this city for me is a european style NY ...absolutelly stunning, cool and the vibes are

[dansouth]

Madrid is fun, for sure! Been there a couple times, but it is a big and very crowded city so probably don't need to go back. For anyone who wants a different site to see, the archaeological museum is wonderful and you'll see interesting artifacts from across the ancient and pre-historic world. OHHH. Almost forgot. Had the most wonderful jamon and mushroom dish for lunch the last time we were there. Was delightful.

[enriquesanchez]

El Prado was an amazing place, too! ♥

[grizelmarquez]

We have been to Spain 5 times. We go to different cities and then end in Madrid always. We were there this past September-October.It is my favorite city to visit. There is so much to do and see. We never take the subway bc like you said, you will miss a lot. My favorite area to stay is Barrio Las Letras, the restaurants are amazing and cute little boutiques much better than High end stores. Contrary to what people say Madrid is pretty safe to walk around, day and night. I hope. You get to go back. We had been to El Botin it was a nice restaurant and my husband loved it, but I didn’t. There are so many restaurants much better. It is a shame that you couldn’t go to El Prado, It is amazing.

[livnsji]

Great video! Thinking we’ll need an end of year recap of best gelato and coffee stops!

[jameshall]

Kevin, that steak looked amazing, but I think they forgot to cook it:)

[fifikyt]

We are planning journey to Madrid in february.

[drhappyplants]

I love your cost breakdown per person! You're doing great, thank you for sharing 😊

[muravi]

J n K,
Thank you for the inputs. Madrid is my target for 2025.

[Propertysg]

Nice! Your $3000 total cost for the month in Madrid is all-inclusive ? Including groceries, eating out, transport, tickets, etc ?

Just a suggestion- since you stayed there for 1 month, I would have loved it if your video had included a commentary - at the end - on how “liveable” the city is, vis-a-vis ur personal preferences ….. The hot summer weather, notwithstanding :)

[Kari-Evan]

Great quality, very professional. Can I ask which camera you used for this video? I like the song choice too!

[enriquesanchez]

I am SO surprised you were allowed to photograph Picasso's GUERNICA!