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Madrid Trip Essentials
The practical stuff — before you dive into the museums, palaces and plazas.
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Find Your Way Around Madrid
Getting Around Madrid: Metro, Bus & Walking
Madrid has one of Europe's best metro systems — here's how to use it, plus buses, taxis, and when to just walk.
Madrid Weather & the Best Time to Visit
Madrid has a continental climate: freezing winters, scorching summers, and glorious spring/autumn shoulder seasons.
Madrid Safety, Etiquette & Local Customs
Madrid is one of Europe's safer capitals, but pickpocketing at busy plazas and markets is real. Here's what to know.
How Many Days Do You Need in Madrid?
A rough framework for 2, 4, and 7-day trips — how to sequence the museums, landmarks, and neighborhoods in this guide.