Madrid
Madrid
MADRID Overview
The capital of Spain, it’s a cosmopolitan city that combines the most modern infrastructures with a large cultural and artistic heritage, a legacy of centuries of exciting history. Few cities can boast an artistic pedigree quite as pure as Madrid’s and many art lovers return
there again, so rich is the city’s art collection. For centuries, Spanish royals showered praise and riches upon the great artists of the day, from home-grown talents such as Goya and Velasquez to a stunning pantheon of Flemish and Italian masters. Masterpieces by these and other Spanish masters such as Picasso, Dali and Miró now adorn the walls of the city’s worldclass galleries. Three in particular are giants – the Museo del Prado, Centro de Arte Reina Sofia and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza. Rising above the humble claims of its local cuisine, Madrid has evolved into one of the richest culinary capitals of Europe. This is a city that has embraced all the creativity and innovation of Spain’s gastronomy revolution. Architecturally speaking, the broad sweep of architectural history provides a glorious backdrop to the city life, from medieval mansions and royal palaces to the unimagined angles of Spanish contemporary architecture, from the sober brickwork and slate spires of Madrid baroque to the extravagant confections of the Belle Époque. No city on earth is more alive than Madrid, a beguiling place whose sheer energy carries a simple message: this city really knows how to live.
How to get there
Madrid is the main communications hub for the Iberian Peninsula. The region has a modern transport network with airports, trains and roads, which are constantly being renewed and extended. The Barajas Airport is just 13km outside the city centre, it is the busiest Spanish airport, and one of Europe’s top five.
Best time to visit Madrid
The best time to visit Madrid is in Fall (September to November) or Spring (March to May) when balmy temps blows through the city, making it come alive.
MICE Venues
Palacio Municipal de Congresos
Madrid Casino
Madrid Caja Mágica
