Lonely Planet Madrid

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Madrid.

Discover Madrid's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from uncovering artistic riches as you gallery hop along the Paseo del Prado; to bargain-hunting in El Rastro, Madrid's oldest flea market; and dining on suckling pig in the world's oldest restaurant: Sobrino de Botín.

Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet's Madridtravel guide:

• Our classic guidebook formatcontains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to useso you can navigate Madrid effortlessly
• Exciting Perfect Dayitineraries help you create your ideal adventurewith suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
• Expert local recommendationson eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and mapsincluding a pull-out map of Madrid
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsfrom Palacio Real to Basílica de San Francisco El Grande, and Museo del Prado
• Essential information toolkit containing tipson arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Madrid's culture through storiesthat delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Plaza Mayor & Royal Madrid; La Latina & Lavapiés; Sol, Santa Ana & Huertas; El Retiro & the Art Museums; Barrio Salamanca; Malasaña & Conde Duque; Chueca; Chamberí & Northern Madrid plus day tripsto San Lorenzo de El Escorial; Chinchón; Toledo; Segovia; Ávila; Aranjuez; Sierra de Guadarrama; Alcalá de Henares; Sierra Pobre

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heartof this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Madrid.