The best way to immerse yourself in the atmosphere, Madrileña way of life and the city's history is to explore on foot. Start your wander around the most iconic spots in the historic centre. Head to the Puerta del Sol and take a photo with the symbolic Bear and Strawberry Tree statue. Make sure you visit the jaw-dropping Plaza Mayor, and don't leave without visiting the Royal Palace, one of the biggest tourist attractions in Madrid that's witnessed many historic events over the years and is the largest palace in Western Europe. Walk through the giant doors and admire its beauty up close.

The Atlantic Ocean may have the Bermuda Triangle, but Madrid has its Golden Triangle of Art: the city’s three most famous museums. El Prado, Reina Sofía, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum are close to one another, so you can visit all of them in a day and enjoy a thrilling journey through the history of art. And take advantage of the discounts and deals they offer; the Thyssen Museum, for example, is free to visit on Mondays, and the other two museums also offer free-entry time slots.

Plan to get to Madrid with an appetite, as the choice of things to eat in the city is mouth-wateringly infinite. We like to dedicate a whole afternoon to bar-hopping around the most charming and tastiest spots. Where to begin? La Bodega de Ardosa in the Malasaña neighbourhood is really authentic, and their tortilla is spectacular. La Casa del Abuelo is a typical Spanish tavern where you can try traditional Spanish tapas, and you must order a glass of their very own sweet wine to wash down whatever tasty morsel you order. La Casa Labra’s speciality is cod croquettes, and on Calle Fuencarral you’ll find Orio, a Basque restaurant with a classic pintxos bar offering tapas in the typical San Sebastian style. To get around the city, the easiest way is definitely on the metro.