Before you travel to Madrid you should know some essential information, such as how to move around, the basic social norms, the weather… and also about activities that probably will interest you, apps that you will need, emergency phone numbers and how to get from the airport to downtown, among others.
What to Know Before you Travel to Madrid
You can anticipate by downloading the Madrid apps that you will use the most and find out about the weather so you can bring the right clothes.
From the airport to Madrid
In consecuence, and before you traved to Madrid, learn our tips to reach Madrid from the airport and how to move around. You should be aware how public transport works in Madrid.
Safety tips
As Madrid is a very safe city, however, it is always important to know the emergency telephone numbers in advance in case of any health complications or other type of situation. Having a secure travel to madrid also means having the important phone numbers in the phone.
Looking for an apartment in Madrid
If you travel to Madrid for several days or need a temporal place to stay we have short tern apartments in Serrano street known as the “Golden Mile of Madrid“.
We also have apartments for one month and apartments for one year or shoarter term. But you can always try “idealista” if you prefer other apartments.
Once you have a house, you need to know how to maintain a property.
Visit the most Popular Places
Wow, you settled. Now, it is time to enjoy. We have a post for you. What to see Madrid on your first visit or a plan to visit Madrid in 1 day. Also you have other alternatives, such as getting to visit the Center of Madrid or getting to know the 10 most visited places.
If you travel to madrid frequently
Try visiting this not known but special places,
- House-Museum of the painter Sorolla, famous painter and friend of Monet.
- Egyptian Temple of Debod, a donation from Egypt.
- Parish of San Jerónimo el Real, where Felipe de Habsburgo was sworn in as heir.
- Changing of the Guard, you can see it at the Royal Palace, in the center of Madrid.
- Hermitage of Florida, the Sistine Chapel in Madrid, painted by Goya.
- Plaza de Toros, a neo-Mudejar style masterpiece.
Locations close but outside of Madrid
Traveling to Madrid includes getting to know the surroundings and for this we recommend the city of Toledo, Segovia or the Palace of San Ildefonso.
At the mountains you can find the Monastery of San Lorenzo del Escorial, and the Cross of the Fallen (La Cruz de los Caídos). If you like the countryside visit the Madrid mountains where you can go hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, or kayaking. Download a route app like outdoor Active, alltrails, viewranger or wikiloc.
If you want to stay in Madrid
For a short stay we have apartments for days next to the Golden Mile (Calle Serrano) and Paseo de la Castellana. We also provide a list by category, a list of apartments for companies or our list of apartments for students.
