Publisher's Synopsis
Discover this exciting city with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to admire masterpieces in the Prado, bar-crawl through the Rastro or watch a game at the Bernabéu, this new edition of Pocket Rough Guide Madrid will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
- Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.
- Full-colour maps and a free pull-out map - navigate the backstreets of Madrid de los Asturias or work your way down monumental Gran Vìa without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational image.
- Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Madrid's best sights and experiences.
- Itineraries - carefully planned days to help you organize your visit.
- Detailed city coverage - whether ticking off the big sights or getting off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered include: Madrid de los Asturias; Palacio Real; Ópera; Rastro; Lavapiés; Embajadores; Sol; Santa Ana; Huertas; Paseo del Arte; Retiro; Gran Vìa; Chueca; Malasaña; Salamanca; Paseo de la Castellana; Plaza de España. Attractions include: Museo del Prado; Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza; Museo Reina Sofìa; Palacio Real; Estadio Santiago Bernabéu; Real Fábrica de Tapices; the Retiro; Parque de Atracciones.
- Day-trips - venture further afield to Toledo, Segovia, El Escorial, Aranjuez or Chinchón.
- Accommodation - the best places to stay, to suit every budget.
- Essentials - crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, health, tourist information, festivals and events, and more.
- Background information - an easy-to-use chronology, plus a handy language section and glossary.
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