The weather in Madrid can be unpredictable, and sometimes rain appears when you least expect it. But don’t worry, the capital has plenty of activities to enjoy even when the weather is bad! Here are some of the best options to enjoy Madrid indoors.☔️
Visiting the Prado Museum – A cultural journey through art history
If you are in Madrid, you cannot miss the Prado Museum, one of the most important art galleries in the world. This museum houses masterpieces by artists such as Velázquez, Goya, El Bosco and Rubens, and offers an excellent opportunity to spend a few hours enjoying art in a quiet and cultural environment.
🎨 Not to be missed:
– “Las Meninas” by Velázquez
– The Goya collection and his famous “Cartones para tapices”
– The room dedicated to El Bosco and his “El jardín de las delicias”
📍 Calle de Felipe IV, s/n
Go to a spa – Relax and disconnect from the hectic pace.
If the rain makes you melancholic, a visit to a spa can be the perfect solution. In Madrid, there are several places where you can relax in hot springs, enjoy massages or simply unwind in a zen environment.
💆♀️ Not to be missed:
– Hammam Al Ándalus, an Arab-inspired spa where you can enjoy thermal baths and massages
– Spa Las Termas de Ruham, which combines wellness with an intimate and cozy atmosphere.
📍Hammam Al Ándalus: Carrera de San Jerónimo, 24
📍Las Termas de Ruham Spa: Calle de la Reina, 15
Explore San Miguel Market – Gourmet food and unique ambience
The Mercado de San Miguel is the ideal place to enjoy Madrid’s gastronomy without worrying about the weather. With its iron and glass architecture, it offers a unique visual and gastronomic experience. You will be able to taste tapas, wines and typical Spanish sweets.
🍴 What you can’t miss:
– Traditional tapas, such as tortilla de patatas and croquettes
– Rioja wine accompanied by Iberian ham
– Artisanal desserts, such as churros with chocolate.
📍Plaza de San Miguel, s/n
Going to the movies – A unique experience in vintage theaters
Madrid has several vintage movie theaters that offer a unique cinematic experience. I recommend Cines Renoir or Cine Doré, where you can see everything from new releases to classic cinema.
🎬 What you can’t miss:
– Cines Renoir, with a selection of European and independent films
– Cine Doré, home of the Filmoteca Española, which screens auteur and classic films.
📍Renoir Cinemas: Calle de Cea Bermúdez, 43
📍Cine Doré: Calle de Santa Isabel, 3
Shopping at El Corte Inglés – Madrid’s flagship store
If you like shopping, El Corte Inglés is the most emblematic shopping center in Madrid. Here you will find everything from fashion to technology items, as well as a wide variety of restaurants where you can enjoy a meal while it rains.
👗 Not to be missed:
– The luxury fashion section on the second floor
– The rooftop restaurant at El Corte Inglés de Callao overlooking Plaza de España
– The technology stores, with the latest gadgets.
📍Plaza del Callao, 2
Remember that we have a Whatsappp group where you can sign up for our excursions with discounts and raffles.🤩
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