2. Visit Plaza Mayor Next on the list of things to do in Madrid is visiting Plaza Mayor, the city’s most famous square. It’s a wide, open space framed by red-brick buildings, arched entryways, and ...

Even in a single day, you can still experience much of what makes Madrid special. Spending 24 hours in Madrid gives you a whirlwind taste of the Spanish capital’s grand plazas, world-class cultural ...

Spain’s capital often lives in the shadow of its Catalan sibling, Barcelona. But far from the tourist troubles, Madrid showcases the best of Spain with a warm welcome and incredible attractions.