THE 21 BEST DIFFERENT PLANS YOU CAN MAKE IN MADRID

Don’t know very well what to do in Madrid and would you like to try something different? Would you like to do an original and above all fun activity, with your friends, your family or your partner? We have studied hundreds of plans to enjoy in Madrid during the week, the weekend, or even today, and have selected the 21 most fun and different, so you can enjoy a unique experience that you will not forget!

 

LIST OF PLANS YOU CAN MAKE TODAY OR THIS WEEKEND IN MADRID:

 

1- PAINTBALL

Paintball is one of the most popular activities in Madrid in recent years. It is an adventure sport that is practiced between friends (usually in groups of 8 people or more) and in which nowadays there are truly specialized fields that will provide you with weapons and fully professional equipment with which to fully immerse yourself in the role of war.

It’s one of the funniest and cheapest plans if you’re thinking about what to do in Madrid this weekend, and it will certainly give you adrenaline rush and share a different and unique experience with your friends that you’ll never forget. You can call and make this plan in Madrid today, as they organize the game for you at the moment, being the majority and the best those located near the mountains.

Prepare to run from one obstacle to another, crawl on the ground if necessary, or protect your general! Defend your position and don’t let the enemy reach your Fort! Take the wounded soldier to the helicopter so he can be moved!

There’s nothing like getting into a soldier’s skin, and playing outdoors among planes, ships, tanks, towers, forests, etc. and surprise your friends with an ambush.

This plan can be accompanied by a tasty barbecue, something we recommend to recharge your batteries after a fun battle. We leave you this link if you want to know more about Paintball in Madrid.

DURATION: 2-3 hours

PRICES: From 15€/person

AGES: Paintball for adults from 14 years old. Children Paintball from 8 to 13 years old.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From 8 participants

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.6

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.4

 

 

 

2- ESCAPE ROOM

This original plan, which you can practice with friends, family or partner, will put you in a room with a theme and a story, and a 60-minute counter to start the countdown…hurry up!

If you want an activity that you can do in the center of Madrid, the escape rooms are a perfect alternative in which you will compete with yourself to decipher puzzles, tracks, locks, and tests before the time runs out.

Of course, they are open on Saturdays and Sundays, so you can opt to make these types of plans in Madrid this weekend. We leave you the page with more information about Escape Room.

A game full of tension, in which you will have to work as a team and not overlook anything, and in which we assure you that the hour that lasts will pass in a moment. In Madrid there are currently many of these rooms, so you can escape from a prison, a pyramid, a laboratory, a bunker and a long etcetera of themed rooms with their own history.

 

DURATION: One hour and a half

PRICES: From 15€ per person

AGES: From 7 years onwards

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From 2 to 6 people

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.2

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.4

 

 

3- HORSE RIDING

There is nothing like the feeling of being in the middle of nature enjoying a beautiful horseback ride with your family or friends in the middle of one of the spectacular landscapes that we can find in the mountains of Madrid.

Horses used by companies specializing in horse riding are docile and quiet, so you will not need to have previous experience. They will give you the helmet (mandatory) so you only have to wear comfortable clothes and long pants, preferably with boots that cover our ankles.

You will learn the basics of getting on and off the horse, taking the reins properly, or directing it wherever you want, all while enjoying wonderful views and breathing one of the purest airs in Madrid. Without a doubt a very recommendable experience. Here you have more information about this entertaining activity.

 

DURATION: About 1 hour

PRICES: From 25€ with drink and burguer

AGES: From 8 years old onwards

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From 1

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.1

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.2

 

 

4- YELLOW HUMOR

Do you want to have a weekend you’ll never forget? Then try doing something you’ve never done before! Come to the Yellow Humor of Universal Games.

Yellow Humor is a unique activity based on the famous TV show. Remember how much fun it was to watch it? Imagine living it..

In this type of plans to do in Madrid will participate in tests full of laughter and fun. How? Climbing inflatable structures to make different games like Gymkhanas. Always looking for safety and suitable for all ages. Get out of the daily routine and have a great time like a child in a toy store!

Universal Games has Indoor and Outdoor enclosures to enjoy Yellow Humor. Because in winter you can also enjoy your original leisure time.

Don’t think about it anymore. You already have the best plan for this weekend. Contact Universal Games by clicking here!

 

DURATION: Between 2 and 2.5 hours

PRICES: Adults 29€/person. Minors 20€/person

AGES: From 6 years old

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: Minimum 8 participants

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.3

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.3

 

 

5- EMBLEMATIC TAVERN OF MADRID: MINGO HOUSE

One of the most emblematic places in Madrid, which has been open since 1888, famous for its cider and roast chickens.

If you’ve never been to this old railway warehouse, which boasts the best ciders on the peninsula, Casa Mingo is a must for a getaway. It is one of the few places where traditional ciders are made, to such an extent that it has achieved international fame and recognition, attracting customers from all over the world.

With an original decoration, consists of two floors and terrace, and is located in a privileged area from which you can easily reach such emblematic places of Madrid as the Temple of Debod, the Plaza de Oriente, or the Teatro Real. Here you have the official website of Casa Mingo.

 

PRICES: The unit of roasted chicken 7,60€ at the bar and 10,60€ at the table. Cider from 1,5€ (VAT included)

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 8.8

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.1

 

 

6- SUMMER CINEMA

One of the most typical plans you can make in Madrid as soon as the good weather starts is to enjoy the magic of cinema by watching a super box office outdoors with your partner, friends or family.

With the typical plastic chairs, the night breeze, and the bar you can go to before, during or after the movie, you can find many places in Madrid even with two screens and dozens of programmed titles, all at affordable prices.

We recommend the Parque de la Bombilla (Avenida Valladolid S/N), the magnetic terrace (Ronda de Valencia 2), Barajas (Plaza de Cristina Arce and Rocío Oña), Ciudad Lineal (Auditorium of Parque El Calero), Hortaleza (Pilar García Peña Auditorium in Pinar Del Rey Park), Retiro (Plaza Daoíz and Velarde), Fuencarral-El Pardo (Templete del Parque de Fuencarral), and Villaverde (Espinillo Auditorium).

 

DURATION: From 1.5 to 3 hours

PRICES: Some are free. Other from 4€

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 8.2

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.7

 

 

7- SNOWZONE XANADÚ

Of course it is a privilege to be able to ski or snow in Madrid, and if you are passionate about this sport, you can enjoy this experience during the hottest months, or take advantage of it to improve your technique or your jumps. Looking for a plan in Madrid today? The Snowzone is open 365 days a year, you have no excuse!

If you have never practiced these sports, it is also advisable to dedicate a few sessions to learn in this center, before going on a trip, which is much more expensive. In this way, you learn the basics here, and then you will enjoy the mountain!

You can also do activities such as tobogganing, zip line, give private lessons or intensive courses, or even organize events and bachelor parties. In this link you have all the information.

 

DURATION: From 2 hours to 1 day.

PRICES: From 22€

AGES: From 9 years old. If they are minors, they must be accompanied by an adult.

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.2

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.9

 

 

8- SAFARI IN MADRID

This huge enclosure, located in the town of Aldea del Fresno (South West part of the Community of Madrid), has more than 200 animal species, being able to make the tour in your own car, and being able to see the animals in freedom literally next to your vehicle.

Hippos, lions, elephants, crocodiles, tigers, camels, giraffes, reptiliary, bison, rhinoceroses, and a long etcetera of animals that you will be able to see in a completely different and novel way.

Surely you will enjoy feeding the camels from the window of your car, or watching the exhibition of birds of prey, or the didactic exhibition of snakes. In addition you can enjoy the track of Karts, the mega slides, or the season of swimming pool in summer. Undoubtedly one of the best activities you can do in Madrid today. For more details you can visit the Madrid Safari website.

 

DURATION: As long as you want. The tour usually takes about 2 hours.

PRICES: 18€ Adults, and 14€ children

AGES: All ages

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From 1

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.6

 

 

 

9- LIVE CLUEDO

Are you still considering what to do in Madrid? The Live Cluedo is undoubtedly one of the most original and alternative plans that can be made in Madrid. Has it ever occurred to you to play a character within a story of mystery, betrayal and suspicion?

In the Live Cluedo you will be given a sheet of paper with a character that you will have to play, but you won’t know if the rest of the characters and actors are on your side, or if they will help you, betray you or use you.

It’s a first-person role-playing game in which you have a mission, but it all depends entirely on how you play and what decisions you make. You can also enjoy dinners and other mystery games with actors. No doubt a plan to make in the capital! We leave you this link if you want to know more about this activity.

 

DURATION: 2 hours and a half to 3 hours

PRICES: Depending on the number of participants it usually costs between 25-30€/person. If you are many (20 players) you can play from 22€.

AGES: There is no age limit, you just have to be cautious if someone on the group is very fearful.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From 8

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.5

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.1

 

 

10- THE ENCHANTED FOREST

If you don’t mind taking the car, and you are considering what to do in the Community of Madrid this weekend, the enchanted forest is undoubtedly a magical place where you can enjoy an original botanical garden and unique in Europe. You can get lost among his more than 300 figures and sculptures of all sizes and designed by the best artists that exist at the moment.

Its more than 500 species make this famous garden a must-see, whether you want to go with your partner, family or friends. A place that breathes wellbeing and happiness, and from which you will surely come out renewed.

Located in San Martín de Valdeiglesias, to the west and south of the Community of Madrid, this spectacular autochthonous forest has labyrinths, exhibitions of singular species, and an unusual beauty that make this place have a special charm. This is the official website if you want to know more about this plan in Madrid

 

DURATION: Al long as you want

PRICES: Adults 11€, children up to 12 years, 8€. It’s one of the cheapest plans in Madrid.

AGES: No age limit

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: There is no minimum number.

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 8.8

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.2

 

 

11- LAUGHTER THERAPY WORKSHOP

Did you know that laughter has been shown to have beneficial health effects? Through the workshops of Laughter Therapy, in addition to having a super fun time, we will learn a way to see life from a more positive point of life, so it can become a perfect plan if you feel like just relaxing, let yourself go and enjoy.

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In these workshops, located in the center of the capital, the child we have inside is taken out through dynamics and games of a lot of movement, with which we are predisposed to relax the body, eliminate tensions, and let the laughter flow.

If you want a plan in which it is impossible not to have a good time, a workshop of laughter therapy with your friends or relatives is a sure bet that of course we recommend you! We leave you this link if you want to know more about laughter therapy.

DURATION: There are workshops that last from 1 hour and a half to others that last 4 hours.

PRICES: Between 10 and 30€ per person

AGES: No age limit

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From 1 as long as there is a minimum of 8 for the workshop.

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.2

 

 

12- RESTAURANT WITH HUMOUR, MAGIC AND ILLUSIONISM SHOW

This original restaurant, located in Leganés (Madrid) offers a tasting menu, menu of the day, an extensive menu in which many meats, fish, starters and salads of various types predominate, and is one of those activities that you have to consider when looking for what to do in Madrid.

The peculiarity of this place is the 80’s cabaret style show that you will enjoy while having dinner. Great magicians and illusionists act live to accompany you between the famous dishes of magret de pato of Pedro Ximenez, the salad of octopus (bilbaína), the fillets of ox on rosty of potato and foie with truffle oil, or the black pudding to the plate with apple.

Undoubtedly a recommendable experience for all types of audiences who want to enjoy a different evening between good food and a pleasant and fun show. We leave you more information about this original plan in Madrid.

 

PRICES: Tasting menu with show included 28€ per person.

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 8.9

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.3

 

 

13- OUTDOOR GYMKHANAS

Gymkhanas are fashionable as a way to spend a different and entertaining time with friends or co-workers on the famous Team Building days.

The gymkanas we propose you are outdoor plans in Madrid, near the mountains, so that you can enjoy a different day out of the noise and stress of the city. This activity guarantees a very fun and full of laughter time, where you will perform all kinds of team tests to demonstrate your skills and teamwork.

Have you ever had to coordinate with 3 other friends to advance in a giant sack? Have you ever had to throw eggs to see the maximum distance you can catch them? Have you ever run through a circuit full of obstacles at full speed to win the opposing team? Have you ever had to move a water balloon with a partner without using your hands? And fill a bucket with cups of water that you can only carry with your mouth?

These and a lot more are the tests that you can do and that will encourage ties between participants while enjoying a fun, and above all different time! There are gymkanas designed for both summer and winter, and they are one of the best activities in Madrid for the weekend. Here you can enjoy the best Gymkanas in Madrid.

 

DURATION: 1 hour and a half

PRICES: 10€ per person

AGES: Gymkhanas for adults from 14 years old, and gymkanas for children from 8-13 years old.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: Minimum 8 participants

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.6

 

 

14- HUMOROUS MONOLOGUES

Do you live in Madrid and have not yet been in a live humor monologue? This is undoubtedly one of the most fun and alternative plans, where you will have to make real efforts not to fall from the seat of laughter!

Madrid is one of the places with the greatest offer of this type of activities, which you can do with friends, family or couples, and is one of the plans and activities that you can do on the weekend or weekdays, and with which you will be sure to get it right.

We are fortunate that the best monologues in Spain come to the capital at really affordable prices. The offer is very extensive, so our advice is that before you go see one, watch a short monologue on YouTube to make sure you like it, as there are many types of humor, and each one is suited to a type of audience. More information.

 

 

DURATION: Between 1 hour and a half and 2 hours and a half

PRICES: Although there are very cheap prices, known monologues usually cost from 12-16€.

AGES: Some monologues require a minimum age of 18 years.

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 8.9

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.4

 

 

15- SALT CAVES

If you prefer an original plan more oriented towards relaxation and physical well-being, Madrid’s salt caves can be an alternative plan in Madrid perfect for you!

 

Located in Fernández de los Ríos street, this plan consists of carrying out a Yoga or Halotherapy session in a natural environment saturated with micro particles of salt, something that has been scientifically proven to be very beneficial for improving certain affections of the respiratory system, in addition to reducing stress and improving the skin.

 

It also has a space for children, where they can play in a space that improves their health, which is certainly not conventional and will be difficult to forget. You can find more information about this peculiar plan in Madrid in salt caves.

 

DURATION: 50 minutes

PRICES: From 27€

AGES: For all ages

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.1

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.8

 

 

16- ICE PALACE

This huge complex, is one of the plans to do in Madrid from mid-September to May, Wednesday to Sunday, and allows you to do one of the activities that we should all do at least once a year, either with our partner, friends or children.

Ice skating is one of those things that everyone likes to do in Madrid, but we often forget how easy it is to do it in the capital. The Ice Palace, located on Silvano Street, has a 1800 square meter ice rink, where you can enjoy one of the most fun sports out there, or even take classes to improve your skills. Follow this link to learn more about this complex.

 

DURATION: From 1 hour and a half, up to 5 hours, depending on the day.

PRICES: From 7€-12,5€, depending on the day

AGES: Minimum height for skating is 1.10m

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 8.9

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.3

 

 

17- PLANETARY

The Planetarium, located in Tierno Galván street, is one of those plans that we must make at least once in our lives, and that is ideal to do with our children or with our partner.

 

The projections in the vault are really spectacular, and have a good billboard for all tastes. You can also visit the exhibitions, which are really interesting, or take your children to the children’s workshops (aimed at children between 6 and 12 years) in which the youngest will enjoy while learning.

 

If you’re a star enthusiast, they also offer talks and lectures by real specialists, such as Scott Kelly, an astronaut recently arrived from the International Space Station. Here you have the official website of the planetarium, where you can see the schedule of workshops, talks and conferences.

 

SCHEDULE: They have projections every day of the week except Mondays.

PRICES: Adults 3,60€, children 1,65€.

AGES: From 6 years old

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9

QUALITY/PRICE RATIO OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 9.3

 

 

 

18- LEISURE PARK FOR ADULTS

Have you ever taken your kids to a ball park and thought inside “How I’d like to play too”?

Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. That’s why we’ve chosen this theme park as one of the things to do in Madrid, where you can swim among the typical coloured balls, jump in the inflatable castles, go down giant slides, climb up the tower, and, in short, feel like a boy or a girl again!

This plan is perfect for celebrations such as birthdays with your friends, as you can enjoy a session of 1 hour and a half of games, and combine it with a lunch or dinner based on Pizza, potato tortillas, empanadas, cake, etc., for a very reasonable price. Click here to learn more.

 

DURATION: From 1.5 hours to 3 hours

PRICES: 15€ per person to play, and 30€ with dinner or lunch.

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.1

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.9

 

 

19- DINNER WITH MURDER

If you are looking for leisure in Madrid for the weekend, this is undoubtedly one of the most different plans that can be made! This dinner will not be a normal one, on the contrary, during it you will have to put your senses on alert to decipher one of the many plots you can enjoy.

In this dinner you will have to interact with supporting actors, and supplant the identity of such mythical characters as Sherlock Holmes, Poirot, or Jessica Fletcher, to discover the killer.

Follow this link for more information.

 

DURATION: About 3 hours and a half (from 21 to 12:30)

PRICES: 45€/person

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: As many as you like

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.3

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.6

 

 

20- DRIVE A FERRARI F430 F1

Who hasn’t ever wanted to feel the 490 hp power of a Ferrari? On the Jarama circuit you can indulge yourself from 99€, and tell your friends what it feels like to drive one of the most mythical vehicles in history.

The Jarama circuit will allow you to drive this beast during its 3.8 km, where you will be able to reach the maximum speed in the straight part of the circuit of 880m, and demonstrate your dexterity in its 13 curves.

The rear-wheel drive vehicle accelerates to 100 km/h in 4 seconds, with the sequential gearbox on the steering wheel, reaching 310 km/h!

Without a doubt a not at all cheap experience, but one that will delight the most fans. We leave this link in case you want to hire it.

 

DURATION: Depending on how long it takes to do a reconnaissance lap on the Hummer H2, and the laps you choose with the Ferrari .

PRICES: 1 lap 99€, 2 laps 179€, 3 laps 249€.

AGES: You must be 18 years old and have a valid B2 card.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 1 driving, and up to 5 companions to see you

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.3

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.8

 

 

21- WIND TUNNEL IN MADRID

Have you ever thought what it would be like to jump out of an airplane? Has this thought given you too much respect? Now you don’t have to take that risk to feel the experience of flying!

In Europe’s largest wind tunnel the instructors will equip you, give you a theoretical class, and you will be ready to enter the powerful tunnel, driven by 4 powerful engines. It is not necessary to have previous experience, and the only requirement is to have a good state of health, as it is completely safe.

The whole experience lasts about two hours, of which between 20 and 30 minutes are of theoretical class. You should also take into account how long it takes to equip yourself and so on. But the most important thing is that you know that the flight itself, unless you hire more flights, is only 60 seconds. Here you can find more information.

 

DURATION: Each flight 60 seconds, full experience, about two hours.

PRICES: From 58€ two flights

AGES: From 5 years old

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: From one person

FUN AND ORIGINAL (NOTE): 9.4

VALUE FOR MONEY OF EXPERIENCE (NOTE): 8.5

 

 

6 ESSENTIAL PLACES TO VISIT IN MADRID

 

1-SAN LORENZO DE EL ESCORIAL

Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful municipalities that we can find in the geography of Madrid, declared World Heritage by UNESCO, and combines the natural charm of the mountains of Madrid, with buildings as emblematic as the Escorial Monastery and its gardens or the Valley of the fallen. This municipality is one of the places to visit in Madrid that will not leave anyone indifferent.

In addition to the great gastronomic and cultural offer, we recommend you to walk around the town to imbibe its charm, without forgetting to visit the following:

• Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
• Herrería Forest
• Gran Paintball Madrid
• Valley of the Fallen
• First house of Trades
• Prince’s cottage
• House of the Company
• Chair of Philip II

 

2-ALCALÁ DE HENARES

A visit to this beautiful city, located to the north-east of the Community of Madrid, is a great plan because it is one of the most beautiful and significant, and because it has old town structures dating back to the sixteenth century.

This city, World Heritage by UNESCO in 1998, is quite large, so we recommend you come by train and move through the network of intercity buses or renting a bicycle, or by car parking in one of the many car parks that exist. If you go, we advise you not to stop visiting:

• Cervantes Square
• College of San Idelfonso
• Magisterial Cathedral of Alcalá
• Laredo Palace
• Cerro del Viso (Viso Hill)
• Corral of comedies

 

3-BUITRAGO DE LOZOYA

This municipality, located in the north of Madrid and in the middle of the Guadarrama mountain range, is one of our favourites because of the special charm it has.

Its historic centre is surrounded by a medieval wall that mixes Arab and Christian culture (the best preserved in the Community of Madrid), and its enormous cultural offer delights all visitors who always find something original to do whatever the time of year.

If you go, don’t forget to visit the following places:

• Clock Tower
• Alcazar and Castle
• Church of Santa Maria
• Picasso Museum
• The Old Bridge
• The House of the Forest

 

4-MANZANARES EL REAL

This municipality intoxicates your senses if what you like is nature, as it is located at the foot of La Pedriza (included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves), in the Parque de la Cuenca Alta del Manzanares.

Known fundamentally for its castle, the best preserved in the Community of Madrid, it is next to the Santillana reservoir, a refuge for various types of birds. This is one of the most visited and emblematic municipalities in the Autonomous Community, and we recommend that you also visit:

• Palace or fortress of the Mendoza family (the famous castle of Manzanares el Real)
• Church of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves
• Ethnological and Archaeological Museum
• The Old Castle
• Cañada Real Bridge (also called Puente Viejo)
• Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de la Peña Sacra

 

5-SAN MARTÍN DE VALDEIGLESIAS

If you are looking for more places to visit in Madrid, this beautiful municipality is located in the west of Madrid and offers many monuments of medieval origin and tourist attractions worth visiting.

In addition, its wines have a sub-denomination of their own origin, and enjoy numerous festivals and traditions that are very interesting to check out.

The landscape is spectacular, thanks to its placement between the rivers Alberche and Cofio, and to the great mountain formations that give rise to singular peaks such as El Yelmo. A place worth visiting with family, couple or friends, in which you can not miss the following places of obligatory visit:

• The enchanted forest
• San Juan Reservoir
• La Coracera Castle (declared of cultural interest)
• La Bola Park
• Church of San Martín

 

6-ARANJUEZ

On the banks of the Tagus River, in the south of Madrid, is the Real Villa de Aranjuez, full of beautiful gardens and monuments that you should not miss.

It was declared a World Heritage Cultural Landscape in 2001, and is known by all through its rich history and the Concierto de Aranjuez (by Joaquín Rodrigo). When you go, don’t forget to visit:

• Royal Palace
• Parterre Garden
• Church of San Antonio
• House of Labrador
• Couples Square
• Museum of Falúas
• Railway Station