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Alcala de Henares This town near Madrid, birthplace of the illustrious Miguel de Cervantes, author of “Don Quixote”, has been declared a world heritage site. Tourist office at Plaza de los Santos Ninos, 28801 Alcala de Henares.
Aranjuez An old quarter, royal palaces, and gardens on the banks of the Tagus form the layout of Aranjuez. World heritage site. Tourist office at Plaza de San Antonio 9, 28300 Aranjuez.
Bravo Bike Bicycle rental and cycling tours of Madrid, Spain and other areas of Europe. Bike hire includes helmet, kit, pump and lock. At C/ Juan Alvarez Mendizabal 19, 28008 Madrid.
Chinchon The beautiful medieval square is Chinchon's most emblematic landmark where an annual bull fighting festival takes place. Tourist office at Playa Mayor, 28370 Chinchon.
Discover Madrid The Madrid Tourist Board through its program Discover Madrid offers free guided tours in English as part of its progamme of awareness of city history. C/ Mayor 69, Madrid. See website for full details.
El Escorial The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo and mausoleum of the Spanish monarchs. 41km to the north-west of Madrid. Many guided tours available.
Epicurean Ways Wine, cooking and walking tours in Madrid.
Las Ventas - Plaza de Toros Visits to the famous Las Ventas Bull Ring and the Museo Taurino. Open all year. 10:00-14:00 and 17:00-20:00. Calle Alcala 237, Madrid.
Madrid Card The Madrid Card helps you discover the city and gives you discounts on museum entry tariffs and public transport. See website for all details and how to purchase.
Madrid Vision Bus Tour Three different routes, historic, modern and monumental Madrid on a double decker bus with open top and tourist guide and headphones. Tickets can be purchased on the bus.
Madrid's Churches A guided walking tour of the Monastery of the Descalzas Reales and of the Encarnacion. Thursdays at 10:00 in English and Spanish. Departure point is Plaza de las Descalzas 3, (Monasterio de las Descalzas).
Museo de Cera-Wax Works Private waxworks museum. Personalities include the Catholic Monarchs, Franco and the present day Royal Family. Open Monday to Friday 10:00-14:30 and 16:30-20:30 and Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00-20:30. At Recoletos 41, 28004 Madrid.
Palacio Real The official residence of the Kings of Spain with origins from the 9th century. Rebuilt after a fire in 1734. Calle Bail 6, 28071 Madrid.
Parque del Retiro Madrid's principal public park with boating lake. Many festivals and events take place here and there is always entertainment on Sundays for children and food and drink stalls. Metro station Retiro.
Parque Natural de la Cumbre, Circo y Lagunas de Penalara This beautiful high mountain nature reserve and park is situated just a short distance north from the capital in the Sierra de Guadarrama. Access is via the port of Cotos and is unrestricted. Visitor centre is at Paular monastery.
Parque Regional de la Cuenca Alta del Manzanares A natural and designated by UNESCO a biosphere reserve. The park skirts the upper Manzanares river and its source. Free access. Visitor centre at La Pedriza.
Porsche Sport Driving School A Porsche experience. Learn how to drive a Porsche at this driving school.English instructors available. Enrique Monteverde, Avenida de Burgos. 87 - Madrid.
Rascafria Rascafria is a beautiful town in the north of Madrid province in the scenic surroundings of the the Lozoya valley. Tourist office is at Avda del El Paular, Rascafria.
Real Fabrica de Tapices Royal Tapestry factory where all tapestries are hand produced. Carpets also made. Visit to workshops. At Calle Fuentarrabia 2, Madrid.
Real Madrid Football Club Daily tours of the world famous Santiago Bernabeu stadium home of Real Madrid and its football museum. 10:30-18:30. Paseo de la Castellana 144, Madrid.
Teleferico de Madrid See the city's skyline from the Teleferico cable cars. Eighty cable cars operate between the two terminals at Rosales and Casa de Campo (2,5 km). open all year. Situated in the Paseo del Pintor Rosales, 28011 Madrid.
The Madrid of Cervantes A guided walking tour of the Neighbourhood of the Arts, where the writer left his mark. Fridays at 10:00 in English and Spanish. Departure:
Plaza Mayor, 27 (Madrid Tourism Centre).
The Royal Botanical Gardens A spectacular garden in the heart of the city with more than 30,000 plant species from all over the world. Open all year from 10:00 until sunset. Plaza de Murillo 2, 28028 Madrid.
The Spanish Kings' Court Tour A walking tour look at the cultural legacy Spain's kings have left the city. Tours from 10:00 on Wednesday and 12:00 on Sunday. Departure from Plaza Mayor 27 (Madrid Tourism Centre).
Walks of Madrid A walking tour to explore Old Madrid at night. Visit undiscovered restaurants, indulge in gourmet food and wine, and meet like-minded people.
