Madrid Spain Dublin UNITED KINGDOM IRELAND London Paris FRANCE Cantabrian Sea S PA I N PORTUGAL Madrid Lisbon Mediterranean Sea Atlantic Ocean Ceuta Melilla MOROCCO ALGERIA A LA CORUÑA 609 Km Porlier P E Ñ A LV E R Montesa Díaz Gral. Alcántara Calle CONDE DOCTOR CALLE METRO C. Sur 30 M- s Pa ja r ito e lf as METRO del Cruz EL D ADELFA C. a DOCTOR tao ES PACÍFICO ad Pl. Virgen de la Estrella r io Si Calle Lira Glorieta M ED IT ER Conde RÁ NE O de Casal Puente del Mediterráneo Ad an C. Astros Calle en v Bi Ab Ur IL L C. Gr A METRO DE L LE ON CONDE DE CASAL na AL EL bie ta an CA VA N Ju RC ge C BA lle rta A lle DE Ca Ca de E Ca AD id a en de LL ESTRELLA ESQUERDO gos Ma EZ yes Re C. Co nd ed e de l Calle Nazaret de C . A. A CA ID METRO e ro Pe zV ola do r SÁINZ DE BARANDA Samaría C. AV EN ID EN CIU D LL C as ubre ja . Av ND ME Pl. 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HA P NTA de asin TOC e Puerta de Toledo i l C . A e A Call IMPERIAL d D R Puerta ISABEL C. S. Rufo RON 30 de Atocha DA IA EMBAJADORES ES DE EN C Mármol VAL TOL METRO ON P . T E A DO N Sta C. Murcia Glorieta RD Elcano PO Casil . de Embajadores da Pl. Francisco stián Vizcaya Seba ACACIAS Morano O 0 S E 100 200 300 400 500 m e S d PA CIA C. PALOS DE CA S A MOGUER CARTOGRAFÍA: GCAR, S.L. Cardenal Silíceo, 35 L AMETRO E D de PALOS DE Tel. 914167341 - 28002 MADRID - AÑO 1999 O la Frontera ACACIAS s LA FRONTERA SE Plaza Palo PA Calle Áncora METRO . Ortega Munilla C N-401 de A TALAVERA DE LA REINA 92 Km Santo Don Y NUÑEZ DE BALBOA rt GUINDALERA l le N-II El ORTEGA METRO rd o A ZARAGOZA 325 Km F. JOSÉ Padilla LISTA u ie A IA Calle de P Ma Ca Iz q z ín e EL Zurbarán C. METRO CALLE B R AV O o LV AC ALONSO MARTÍNEZ C. Calle ALMAGRO de CASTELLANA as SI GR Calle JUAN Er lle Ca O P DE H Maldonado C Caracas P Calle LEÓN IS EN C. C. Jenner C. DE C Arrando MADRID DIEGO DE LEÓN METRO DIEGO AN A r Gral. Oráa FR NT ela Pasto C. SAG AST A e Calle de S 62 61 Divino Gta. de EDUARDO Rubén Dario DATO PASEO Silv C. P to Tu O co cis an Fr DE BILBAO LA R ib C e a ll C. METRO Call R R lle lid do lla Va Ca ARGÜELLES uel z M an C ru de TO de C. C ARR ANZ A C. M. M alasaña CALLE METRO bias arru Cov l IN ta s L LERA fox AGUI Pala METRO TO Cisnero RRA S an de P M. DE L de E alle NCA D . da Av lle Ca de O lle E Ca S o ler Va ALBER TRAFALGAR FU E E Pedro SAN BERNARDO DE PC P San Plaza Olavide RUBÉN DARÍO SA Rodriguez no ira ARGÜELLES METRO ltam eA d C. lle uijo a C U rq e d ués a rq M o el es C. d uc nS a ue B an l in t de Qu C. en eB P Calvo Rafael Calle tria Calle Valdés P Aus ez Meléndez C. QUEVEDO METRO Y l it e rr C. PA d C. u ti oG Calle ELO LE m Ro o LL de le d CA lle Ca sy en mo Ca de P. lle Ca b Ro e ro Católico CAL de El IGLESIA Gral. E Ministerio del Aire Fernando METRO del D o C. O ZAL GON Gta. de Emilio Castelar CAMPOS MARTINEZ GRAL. Pº. C. P Museo Sorolla Viriato e n d se o Ríos Cardena Pa Paseo M de los de . o de Calle C e rt Fdez. llanes Maga p Ru ret de C. Parque del Oeste C Calle Jua Vallehermoso GAZTAMBIDE METRO MONCLOA B. MURILLO N-VI í hap Calle eca Sén . de Avda N-IV A CÁDIZ 663 Km VA Index of Madrid 2 4 6 6 7 8 27 31 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 40 40 40 41 45 46 48 .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... Introduction How to get to Madrid Where to stay Useful tips Getting around the city Itineraries in the city Museums and Art Centers Art Exhibitions Art Galleries and Antique Shops Cultural Activities and Events Parks and Gardens Food and Drink Shopping Nightlife Festivals and Celebrations Addresses of general interest Post Office Telephones Emergency Services Excursions from Madrid Tourist information Map of the province City map 1 MADRID The capital of Spain, located in the heart of the peninsula and right in the center of the Castillian plain 646 meters above sea level, has a population of over three million. A cosmopolitan city, a business center, headquarters for the Public Administration, Government, Spanish Parliament and the home of the Spanish Royal Family, Madrid also plays a major role in both the banking and industrial sectors. Most industry is located on the southern fringe of the city, where important textile, food and metal working factories are clustered. Madrid is characterized by intense cultural and artistic activity and a very lively nightlife. The grand metropolis of Madrid can trace its origins to the times of Arab Emir Mohamed I (852–886), who ordered the construction of a fortress on the left bank of the Manzanares River. It later became the subject of a dispute between the Christians and Arabs until it was conquered by Alfonso VI in the 11th century. At the end of 2 the 17th century, a defensive wall was built for the protection of the new outlying areas, tracing the roads of Segovia, Toledo and Valencia. During the 18th century, under the reign of Carlos III, the great arteries of the city were designed, such as the Paseo de la Castellana, Paseo de Recoletos, Paseo del Prado and Paseo de Acacias. At the beginning of the 19th century, Joseph Bonaparte undertook the reform of the Puerta del Sol and vicinity. The commercial street known as the Gran Vía was built as an east–west avenue at the start of the century. In the 1950’s the north–south boulevard called Paseo de la Castellana was extended and modern buildings were erected housing the major financial institutions. What remains today of the distant past are mainly the Baroque and neoclassical structures of the 17th and 18th centuries, such as the Plaza Mayor (Main Square), the Palacio Real (Royal Palace) and others which will be described later during our tours of the city. 3 How to get to Madrid B–yDailyPlaneflights connect B–yChamartin train Station. Located in Madrid’s Barajas Airport and the leading cities of Europe and the rest of the world. Daily flights are also available to other major Spanish cities. – Shuttle service runs between Madrid and Barcelona with regular departures between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. – Barajas Airport is 13 kilometers from the city. Regular bus service is available from the airport to the underground bus terminal at the Plaza de Colón with various intermediate stops. Iberia Airlines Information and Reservations: ☎ 902 400 500. Barajas Airport Information. ☎ 902 35 35 70 and 91 305 83 46. Information on buses to airport departing from Plaza de Colón. ☎ 91 431 61 92. the northern part of the city. Trains leave for the Spanish cities of Albacete, Alicante, Barcelona, Bilbao, Cádiz, Cartagena Córdoba, Irún, Málaga, Santander, Seville, Soria and Zaragoza as well as France. Chamartin Station. Calle Agustín de Foxá. ☎ 902 24 02 02. – Atocha Station. Located in the southern part of the city. Trains serve the regions of Andalusia and Extremadura as well as Portugal. This is the departure and arrival point for the high speed train called AVE and where you catch the local trains to the suburbs and outlying areas. It is connected to the Chamartin Station by an underground train. – The AVE or high speed train covers the distance between Madrid and Seville in two hours and a half with intermediate stops in the cities of Córdoba and Ciudad Real. 4 Teleruta. ☎ 900 12 35 05. –RENFE is the name of the Spanish National Railway Consortium. Renfe Information and ticket reservations. Atocha Station. Avenida Ciudad de Barcelona. ☎ 902 24 02 02. – Estación Sur de Autobuses (Bus Station). Destinations: Albacete, Algeciras, Alicante, Ávila, Barcelona, Benidorm, Cartagena, A Coruña, Gijón, Lugo, Murcia, Oviedo, Santiago de Compostela, Segovia, Toledo, Zaragoza and International. Calle Méndez Álvaro. Information: ☎ 91 468 42 00. BThey Road main roads connecting Madrid to the rest of Spain, France and Portugal are: – N-I: Madrid – Burgos – Irún – French border. – N-II: Madrid – Zaragoza – Barcelona – La Junquera – French border; N-II highway from Madrid to Zaragoza, A-2 highway, from Zaragoza to Barcelona and A-7 highway from Barcelona to the French border. – N-III: Madrid – Valencia – Alicante. – N-IV: Madrid – Córdoba– Seville – Cádiz. – N-V: Madrid – Badajoz – Portuguese border. – N-VI: Madrid – A Coruña (Galicia). – N-401: Madrid – Toledo. – Estación de la Sepulvedana (Bus Station). Destination: Segovia. Paseo de la Florida, 11. Information: ☎ 91 430 48 00. – Estación de Auto Res (Bus Station). Destinations: Badajoz, Cáceres, Castellón, Cuenca, Salamanca, Valencia, Vigo and Zamora. Plaza Conde de Cassal, 6. Information: ☎ 91 551 72 00 902 19 29 39. – Estación Avenida de América. ☎ 91 745 63 00 5 Where to stay – Madrid has over 50,000 beds available for visitors, 24,000 of them are in five and four star establishments (ratings range from 1 to 5 stars). Apartments have 6,000 beds available. Central reservation service for Paradors. Requena, 3. 28013 Madrid. www.parador.es ☎ 91 516 66 66. Fax: 91 516 66 57. Parador de Chinchón. Avd. del Generalísimo, 1. ☎ 91 894 08 36, Fax 91 894 09 08. Useful tips –During the mid–winter months daytime temperatures in Madrid may drop to 7° Centigrade (45° F). During the months of July and August temperatures are hot. Madrid enjoys a large number of sunny days. –Banking hours for the public are generally from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. On Saturday banking hours are the same from October to April. Banks close on Saturdays from May through September. 6 Getting around the city Metro Pitis 7 10 Fuencarral 9 Herrera Oria Arroyo del Fresno Barrio del Pilar Lacoma P Valdeacederas Peñagrande Tetuán Guzmán el Bueno Metropolitano 2 Cuatro Caminos 6 Iglesia 6 Aluche P 10 5 Eugenia de Montijo Lavapiés Embajadores O'Donnell Retiro Sáinz de Baranda Estrella Atocha Atocha Renfe P Oporto Menéndez Pelayo Delicias Elíptica Usera Abrantes Vinateros 6 Artilleros Conde de Casal Pavones Valdebernardo Palos de la Frontera 11 Plaza Opañel 7 Las Musas San Blas García Simancas Noblejas Goya Antón Martín 6 Carabanchel Vista Alegre Ciudad Lineal El Carmen Quintana Manuel Ascao Becerra Tirso de Molina Marqués de Vadillo Urgel Suanzes Barrio de la Concepción Ibiza Pirámides Empalme Lista Alonso Martínez Velázquez Príncipe de Vergara Laguna Carpetana Prosperidad Parque de las Pueblo Nuevo Sevilla Banco de España Acacias Torre Arias Cartagena Avenidas Diego de León Chueca Sol La Latina 5 Canillejas P Alfonso XIII 2 Ventas Callao Puerta de Toledo Arturo Soria Avda. de la Paz Cruz del Rayo Núñez de Balboa Tribunal Aeropuerto Esperanza Concha Espina República Argentina Colón Serrano Gran Vía Santo Domingo Campo de las Naciones Canillas Rubén Darío Bilbao Puerta del Ángel Opera R Alto de Extremadura Campamento Colombia Alonso Gregorio Cano Marañón Avda. de América Noviciado Plaza de España Lucero Nuevos Ministerios 7 Lago Batán Pío XII Cuzco Ríos Rosas San Bernardo Ventura Rodríguez Príncipe Pío R Mar de 8 Cristal 1 Plaza de Castilla Santiago Bernabéu Alvarado Ciudad Universitaria Canal Islas Filipinas Quevedo Moncloa 3 Argüelles 4 8 Barajas San Lorenzo Duque de Pastrana Estrecho Valdezarza Francos Rodríguez Parque de 4 Santa María Chamartín Ventilla Avda. Ilustración Antonio Machado EDICIÓN ENERO 1998 Begoña 3 Legazpi Vicálvaro San Cipriano Pacífico Puente de Vallecas Nueva Numancia Portazgo Méndez Buenos Aires Alvaro Alto del Arenal Miguel Hernández P Sierra de Guadalupe Villa de Vallecas 9 Puerta de Arganda Rivas Urbanizaciones Rivas Vaciamadrid La Poveda 11 Pan Bendito Congosto 1 Arganda del Rey 9 fromde6:00 in la the morning at night. HorarioOpen de servicio 6:00 de mañana 1:30 to de 1:30 la madrugada Este plano es una gentileza del Consorcio Regional de Transportes de Madrid • Metro – The Metro is the fastest way of getting around the city. The system consists of 11 different lines. Open from 6 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Single journey fares are 135 pesetas. Information: Metro de Madrid ☎ 91 522 59 09. Municipal Transport Company (EMT) booths located at some bus stops. • Taxis Radio-Taxi: 91 447 51 80. Radio-Taxi independiente: ☎ 91 371 21 31. Tele-Taxi: ☎ 91 445 90 08. Radio-Teléfono Taxi: 91 547 82 00. Special taxi service for the physically impaired: ☎ 91 547 82 00 and 91 547 86 00. • Bus – The bus system covers the entire city and outlying areas. Service from 6 a.m. to midnight. Information EMT: ☎ 91 406 88 10. METROBUS is the new urban transit reduced rate ticket valid for 10 trips on either the Metro or city bus. It can be purchased at Metro stations, tobocconist shops (estancos) and • Local trains – Some train stations are connected at Metro stations. For more information call ☎ 902 24 02 02. 7 Itineraries in the city Retiro Park. Crystal Palace The map of Madrid shows three distinct areas in the center of the city. In the old part, the streets are narrow and winding and building construction is dense. Farther out, the streets become wider and straighter and finally, the outskirts are characterized by a boom of new construction during the 20th century. There are two main arteries in the city: the Gran Vía and the Paseo de la Castellana. The Gran Vía, commenced at the beginning of the century, is the site of numerous cinemas and places of amusement. The more modern Paseo de la Castellana is the headquarters of many of the large banks, as well as luxury office buildings and business complexes. 8 1. From Medieval Madrid to Madrid of the Austrias paved plaza with its ground floor arcades, underwent its last remodeling in 1853 by Juan de Villanueva. We start our tour at the Plaza Mayor (1) (Main Square), which takes its name at the start of the 16th century. Juan de Herrera was commissioned to remodel the old square of Arrabal, but construction wasn’t begun until 1617 under the direction of Juan Gómez de Mora by order of Felipe III. Until the last century, the Plaza Mayor served as a marketplace on weekdays and was the scene of popular events from bullfights to public announcement of sentences during the Inquisition, religious processions, public executions and dance and theater festivals. Beneath the arcades, you can find an assortment of shops that sell N or de ia Plaza Moreria on d Re lle a C lla di 13 15 o ncisc . Fra C. S io nc Nu C. del ro end Alm aja B a lta av lle C a aA C lle av Ca lle C Ca Plaza Humilladero METRO LATINA 9 Concep. e Call rd a Ca lle Co leg Jerónima iata San Isidro Calle Duqu Pl. de Calle Cascorro e de Jua Alba nelo es red Pa C. de D. Pedro Plaza Puerta Cerrada ia Segov de M. 14 12 11 Bols a C. A toc ha 4 l er Cost. S. Pe dro C .M ent o CENTRO Gr afa am CALLE SEGO VIA Calle 10 a acr Plaza Sta. Cruz C. i C. 9 lle S Tol ed o 7 Ca 16 Pas Palacio de los Duques de Uceda 3 de la 8 1 5 Ca lle 6 Calle Ayuntamiento Calle Calle 2 Plaza de S. Miguel Mayor al Mayor s s ta Po C. C. Pontejos C. C onde Rom anon es Sa nti ag o P Bo PALACIO Plaza Herradores Toledo C. A re n do zo La Calle istía Plaza mn Ramales A re s Inaugurated in 1620, this large rectangular, stone- Leaving through the eastern exit of the Plaza Mayor, in the Plaza de la Provincia, we find the Palacio de Santa Cruz (4), current site of the Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores (Ministry of Foreign Affairs), a handsome building constructed as seat of the Courts, according to the project by Juan Gómez de Mora between 1629-1643. Plaza de la Villa. Cisnero’s House Returning to the Plaza Mayor, cross the Plaza diagonally and take Calle Ciudad Rodrigo to the Plaza de San Miguel, where the market known as the Mercado de San Miguel (5) can be seen supporting its roof with airy iron columns. Now proceed along the Calle Mayor until reaching the Plaza de la Villa (6) (Town Square). Here we find the Casa de la Villa designed by Juan Gómez de Mora in 1640 to house the Town Council and jail. The Casa de Cisneros (7) (Cisnero’s House), a reconstruction undertaken at the beginning of the 20th century of the 16th century Plateresque palace, is entered from the Calle Sacramento. Returning to the Plaza, we see the mudejar–style (a mixture of Moorish and Christian) Palacio & Torre de Lujanes (8) (Lujan Palace and Tower), built in the 15th century. fabrics, costume jewelry and souvenirs, along with outdoor cafés, taverns and bakeries. Some of the shops are one of a kind. On Sunday mornings a stamp market is held beneath the arches, and during the Christmas holidays numerous stalls offer all types of Christmas decorations for sale. The most striking building in the Plaza Mayor is the Casa de la Panadería (2) (Bakery House), with its colorful fresco–adorned façade. On the opposite side of the square is the Casa de la Carnicería (3); this former butcher shop now houses Municipal offices. In the center of the plaza is the equestrian statue of Felipe III by the Italian Juan de Bolonia. 10 The narrow Calle del Codo takes us to the Plaza del Conde de Miranda where we encounter the Convento de las Carboneras (9) (Convent of the Carboneras) built in 1607, which houses a collection of interesting paintings. The adjoining back streets make up the framework of what was once a Medieval town sprinkled with convents and palaces. On emerging from the convent, continue down the street to the Calle San Justo. Here we find the Basilica de San Miguel (10), (St. Michael’s Basilica) a Baroque 18th century building designed with an interesting curved façade. To the right of the basilica is a tiny gated passageway called Pasadizo del Panecillo where we can glimpse the Baroque façade of the Palacio Arzobispal (11) (Archbishop’s Palace). Now follow the Calle del Doctor Letamendi to the Calle Segovia, cross over and take Travesía del Nuncio up to Calle Nuncio to the Iglesia de San Pedro el Viejo (12) (Church of St. Peter the Old), built in the 15th century with a 14th century mudejar tower erected over the minaret of a former mosque. The Calle Principe Anglona will take us to the medieval Plaza de la Paja where we encounter the Capilla del Obispo (13) (Bishop’s Chapel), the only Gothic temple in Madrid. The altarpiece and Plateresque doors are of great artistic value. Go around the right side to the Plaza de Los Carros where we find the Baroque Capilla de San Isidro (14) (Chapel of St. Isidro), and also the Plaza de San Andrés, where the Baroque Iglesia de San Andrés (15) (St. Andrew’s Church) is also located. The Chapel of St. Isidro is now accessed through the Church. From the Plaza del Humilladero, we take the Calle Cava Baja, a street where old shops and restaurants evoke all the flavor of Old Madrid. After several minutes, we come to the Plaza de Puerta Cerrada, then proceed along the Calle de Cuchilleros, bustling with tascas (pubs) and mesones (old-style taverns). Soon we see the steps leading up to the archway of Arco de Cuchilleros (16) which take us back to the Plaza Mayor or we can proceed on the Cava de San Miguel, accompanied by an array of Mesones, on up to the Calle Ciudad Rodrigo, returning to the Plaza Mayor at our departure point. Start of Itinerary I: Plaza Mayor. Metro: Sol. 11 2. Teatro Real, Puerta del Sol and Alcalá METRO Plaza de Sto. la Bo P Domingo Jaco METRO Plaza del Callao metre zo 22 Mis eric ÓPERA ordia P Plaza C de de N Call e San P de ri JUSTICIA C. Barbie P Ca lle ja Ba SANTO DOMINGO CALLAO Desen gaño METRO CHUECA Marcos P Telefónica las de G R A N Red de Infantas la San Luis Rein METRO a V C aba GRAN VÍA 28 llero Í A de G racia P Pl. del C. Jardines LÁ Carmen 27 CA AL C. P la M ont era a L u S ilv na le l os Ca V sc ÍA de Tu Sta. Brígida Farma cia H. Co rtés Gra vin a C. M ad er a as Min al le la men Car l de iados lle Prec Ca . de C de C. la o bl Pa S. ez de Ballesta C. del Barco Calle Valverde 21 Pl. de S. Ildefonso C. s nito ga Le nto me lo j Re Plaza de Oriente Fo 19 20 18 C. C. C. eó n R A N s de esú l J UNIVERSIDAD P C P G le al lV de Fuencar ral P R. L METRO Amaniel s ye Re C. Calle Calle A ES INC PR PLAZA DE ESPAÑA Plaza de España San Marcos C. SAN BE RNARDO Our tour begins at the Teatro Real (17) built by Queen Isabel II and remodeled and inaugurated in 1997 as the opera house. Nearby is the Plaza de la Encarnación, which is linked to the Plaza de Oriente, where the 17th century Monasterio de la Encarnación (18) (Monastery of the Incarnation) is found. The handsome old convent Ho rta lez a Pe lay o houses a collection of relics. You can visit the former enclosure which now houses a museum with interesting works of the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Down the Calle de la Encarnación to the right of the church, we reach the Plaza de la Marina Española, where we find the Palacio del Senado (19) (Senate Palace), built at the end of the 16th century for a community of Agustinian friars and recently remodeled. It is now the seat of the Spanish Senate. To the left and adjoining the Senate building 29 C. C. de Echegaray Príncipe C. del a as la P Mina Carretas Espoz y C . de León Sev illa METRO C. de 17 SEVILLA 25 26 D E METRO C. . de ra los Madrazo Isabel II l A re rga nal SOL LLE P Ve istía A C n METRO Am 23 Carrera S. Plaza Congreso Sa Jerónimo Herradores P Mayor as nti 24 ag st o Plaza de z Po P u r Pon tejos PALACIO S. Miguel Plaza C CORTES Ayuntamiento la o Prad e P Mercado Mayor Plaza C. B P C. Pl. de l d e d olsa de S. Miguel i Sta. Cruz C. C. Museo i Plaza de la Villa C. Palacio de L. de Vega Santa Ana Sac C. Cervantes CENTRO Sta. Cruz P CAL ram ent LE C. d Jerónima o e la Lope de Concep.TIRSO A T s OC Huert Vega C. de Segovia DE MOLINA HA as METRO San Pedro el Viejo 12 Descalzas Reales (22) (Monastery of the Royal Barefoot Franciscans). It was the former home of the women of Royal Families who upon entering the nunnery brought with them valuable dowries in works of art, which have formed the collection that we can now admire. The Puerta del Sol (23) (Gateway to the Sun) was once a 15th century defensive bulwark, part of a wall which enclosed the town of Madrid limiting it from the populated outskirts. The former Casa de Correos (24) (Post Office) was built in 1768 under the direction of French architect Marquet. It is crowned by a tower with a clock on its four sides; the most famous timepiece in Madrid. At the stroke of midnight on December 31st, madrileños (the inhabitants of Madrid) usher in the New Year to the chimes of its bell. On the ground in front of the building, there is a marker indicating Kilometer zero from which all the country’s road distances are measured, and all Spanish roads radiate from here as well as the numbers of the streets. Three historic statues adorn the plaza: one of Venus, a replica of an original Monastery of La Encarnación is the Palacio del Marqués de Grimaldi (20), (Palace of the Marquis of Grimaldi), the work of Sabatini in 1776. On the Calle Torija, we find the Convento de las Reparadoras (21) (Convent of the Reparadoras), designed by Ventura Rodriguez in 1782 for the purpose of installing the Court of the Inquisition; the church dates from the 19th century. From here we continue along the Calle Torrija until we reach the Plaza de Santo Domingo. Then take the Calle Veneras where the author Rubén Darío lived. Proceed on the Calle de Trujillos and turn left at the Travesía de Trujillos which runs into the Plaza de las Descalzas, where we find the 16th century Monasterio de las 13 in the Museo Municipal (Municipal Museum) called «la Mariblanca»; another called the Oso y el Madroño (bear and berry tree) made of stone and bronze in 1967 and which displays the emblem of the city; the third statue is of King Carlos III. de Bellas Artes de San Fernando (26) (Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando) is located at number 13. This building was the design of José Benito de Churriguera in 1775 and was built as a palace for the Goyeneche family by Diego de Villanueva and remodeled by Chueca Goitia in 1974. Its art gallery houses priceless treasures including 16th and 17th century works by the Spanish School. The Iglesia de las Calatravas (27) (Church of the Calatravas) is found at number 25. It is a Baroque temple remodeled in the 19th century by Juan Madrozo, who incorporated some neorenaissance elements. Its Baroque dome and high altarpiece warrant a visit. The Iglesia de San José (28) (St. Joseph’s Church) at number 43 was built between 1730 and 1742 by Pedro Ribera. Before we reach the Plaza de Cibeles, we find the Círculo de Bellas Artes (29) (Fine Arts Circle) built in 1926 by Antonio Palacios and currently the site of one of the most dynamic institutions in the cultural life of the city. Calle Alcalá On the left at number 3 on the Calle Alcalá, we find the Ministerio de Hacienda (25) (Ministry of Finance), a former Customs House and good example of Baroque classicism, designed by Sabatini with a doorway by Pedro Ribera. At number 12 we find the head office of the Banco Español de Crédito (Spanish Credit Bank), built in 1882-1891 according to a project designed by José Grases. The Real Academia Start of Itinerary 2: Teatro Real. Metro: Opera. 14 3. From the Puerta de Toledo to the Parque del Oeste The Calle Gran Vía de San Francisco takes us to the Basilica de San Francisco el Grande (31) (Basilica of St. Francis the Great); a project by Francisco Cabezas dating from 1761 and finished by Sabatini at the request of Carlos III in 1776. Prestigious painters such as Goya were commissioned to decorate the interior. There is an interesting art gallery in the cloister. Next to the basilica, we find the Capilla del Cristo de la Venerable Orden Tercera (Chapel of Our itinerary begins in a popular area. The Puerta de Toledo (30) (Toledo Archway) is located in the old quarter of Madrid called La Latina, which preserves the traditional flavor of the old part of the city. The archway was a project of King José Bonaparte and was built between 1817 and 1827. Paseo los RIAL IMPE Duque ncó licos Puerto Campo del Moro nd 32 illa C. de Segovia ja Ba lta va a A Ca Cav ra rga Ve istía n Am isco Plaza de Oriente Ayuntamiento Plaza de la Villa ero el P 15 Mayor Sol i Teatro Real Plaza Isabel II METRO C. Ru da Mira asa la PMercado de METRO de S. Miguel Plaza T C ole s An Herradores . Gr do Arniche afa CENTRO a l Arco de Cuchilleros Plaza Pl. de Ribera de Curtidores Mayor Cascorro ACACIAS San Isidro LATINA 33 BAILÉN Calle do PALACIO ÓPERA Aren al A ND Plaza de la Armería Viaducto DE Sac ram ent o Re anc ta an C. S C. del Carn Capilla de S. Isidro Capilla del Plaza Obispo METRO Humilladero PUERTA ro TOLEDO de Ca C. Humilla San Pedro i la lle zu e el Viejo rg a n C. A 34 SEGOVIA C. gel . Fr Án ía n V C. de lÁ Gra gu C. Pa 30 Glorieta ila loma Puerta de Toledo C. S San C. de C. d el V IA GO SE Parque Atenas co cis n Fra CALLE 31 RO del DE EO PAS Mela Puente del Rey Virgen P. Infanta Mª Teresa de IMPERIAL Linneo CALLE Juan la zanares C. de Man Calle C. C. Moreno Nieto Fósforo Pizarra N Pase o de P Descalzas Reales Christ of the Third Venerable Order); a 16th century Baroque structure with a noteworthy baldachin over the central altar. Moorish fortress, destroyed by fire in 1734. The first stone was placed in 1737 and the Italian architects Juan Bautista Sacchetti and Francisco Sabatini were commissioned for its construction. Opposite the main façade facing towards the south, is the Plaza de la Armería (Royal Armory Square). Circling the palace, we gain access to a lovely park, the Jardines de Sabatini (Sabatini Gardens) and the sloping enclosed gardens known as the Campo del Moro. Adjoining the Palace is La Almudena Cathedral (34). Continuing along the Calle Bailén, we find on our left Las Vistillas, a small wooded park which provides a wonderful view of the western part of the city with the Casa de Campo park in the background – an ideal place to enjoy the sunset from one of the terraces of the local bars. A little farther on, we cross the impressive Viaduct over the Calle Segovia built in 1934. Without leaving the Calle Bailén, passing the Viaduct, we arrive at the intersection of the Calle Mayor, and find the former Palacio de los Duques de Uceda (32) (Palace of the Duke of Uceda) built in 1611, present site of the Madrid district Military Headquarters and the State Council. The Real Armería (Royal Armory) and the Real Oficina de Farmacia (Royal Pharmacy) and Museo de Carruajes (Carriage Museum) may also be visited. The Royal Palace is not currently used as a royal residence but is used for state receptions. The Palacio de Oriente, usually called the Palacio Real (33) (Royal Palace) was constructed on the site of a Start of Itinerary 3: Puerta de Toledo. Metro: Puerta de Toledo. 16 4. Plaza de Cibeles, Puerta de Alcalá and Parque del Retiro Headquarters), formerly the Buenavista Palace built in 1769. Across the street, we find the Palacio de Linares (Palace of Linares), presently the Casa de América (37) (House of the Americas Culture Center), a neobaroque structure finished in 1878. On the southeast corner is the immense neoclassical-style Palacio de Comunicaciones (38) (main Post Office) with its ornate stone walls, started in 1905 by architects Otamendi and Palacios. The fountain in the Plaza de Cibeles (35), surrounded by some of the city’s most important monuments, has become an important symbol of Madrid. P. D E 36 O Re co ALCA 35 METRO 38 O a ivi ol .B Po Pl. de Bolsa la Lealtad Museo Casón del Thyssen-Bornemisza Buen Retiro Pl. Cánovas del Castillo Fuente de Iglesia de Neptuno los Jerónimos 43 P DEL dor Ecua EO PA S 47 del Jardín Botánico 46 N ay rugu del U Po. Rosaleda XII Gobernado r C. Alm adén Museo del Prado ezuela e Ven Po. d Po. Fucar Alameda Huert as ALFONSO J. a L. de Veg 45 DE Calle 44 Nuñez rnán de Fe uque Po. D PRAD METRO RETIRO CALLE P 39 LÁ CA AL C. LL ONNE C . O 'D RETIRO 41 42 zo Zorrilla os LÁ 40 Madra let Pl. de la Independencia 37 Plaza de BANCO DE ESPAÑA La Cibeles C. C. REC Barquillo JUSTICIA SERRAN Prim O LE C. C. TOS On the northwest corner of the Calle Alcalá, half hidden by shrubbery, we have a view of the Cuartel General del Ejército (36) (Military 17 Nearby on the Calle Montalbán, we encounter the Museo de Artes Decorativas (42) (Decorative Arts Museum). On Calle Méndez Nuñez, the Museo del Ejército (43) (Army Museum) and on Calle Felipe IV, the Real Academia Real de la Lengua (44) (Royal Academy of the Spanish Language) can be found. Cibeles Fountain and Post Office in the background There are several entrances to the Parque del Retiro (45) (Retiro Park): Calle Alfonso XII, Calle Alcalá, Plaza de la Independencia and Avenida Menéndez Pelayo. What we know today as the Retiro Park once formed part of the gardens, palaces and dwellings constructed for royal use by order of Felipe IV, inaugurated in the fall of 1632. Inside the park, we can admire the Palacio de Cristal (46) (Crystal Palace), a large greenhouse made out of iron and glass and the Palacio de Velázquez (47) (Velázquez Palace), both built at the end of the 19th century and currently used for exhibitions. Next to it, at Paseo del Prado number 5, we find the Museo Naval (39) (Naval Museum) which displays interesting documents and relics along with ancient and modern model-ships of the Spanish Navy. The plaza is rounded out with the head office of the Banco de España (40) (Bank of Spain) standing imposingly on the southwest corner. Started in 1891, it reflects neorenaissance tendencies. Continuing along the Calle Alcalá, we reach the impressive Puerta de Alcalá (41) (Alcalá Gateway) in the Plaza de la Independencia, which used to be the gateway to the city by the Aragón road. It was designed by the Italian architect Francisco Sabatini in 1778. Start of Itinerary 4: Plaza of Cibeles. Metro: Banco de España. 18 5. The Art Tour and Carrera de San Jerónimo Continuing along what was formerly the front of the palace on the Carrera de San Jerónimo, we arrive at the Palacio del Congreso (49), seat of the Spanish Parliament in the Plaza de las Cortes. It was finished in 1850 under the direction of Narciso Pascual y Colomer. Corinthian columns support a neoclassical pediment. Our tour begins at the Palacio de Villahermosa (Villahermosa Palace), converted into the Museo Thyssen–Bornemisza (48). The museum building is a 17th century neoclassical palace, remodeled at the beginning of the 19th century and adapted by Rafael Moneo in 1992 to house this outstanding collection of western art. On the opposite side of the street, we find the Palace Hotel, built in 1912. Nearby Hacienda METRO Museo C. los Madrazo Banco de LÁ España LCA SEVILLA Naval C. A Zorrilla Bolsa Calle Carrera San Jeró Pl. de Museo del nim RETIRO la Lealtad o z Ejército u Cr CORTES Casón del Pl. Cánovas la o Buen Retiro del Castillo Real Academia Prad de i del de la Historia Plaza de C. C. Santa Ana Iglesia de C. de Cervantes CA los Jerónimos LLE C. de la C. Lope s de Vega H C. S uertas Parque del ta. M aría Buen Retiro ANTÓN MARTÍN D oratín C. Magdalena METRO E M de Plaza C. C. Cabeza Antón Martín C. Gobernado Calvario r C. A S. lmadé es c A I n e l de TO Tres P f o C ns s HA ta o S. Carlo is av en Sa u C. Moyano B n ta Pl. del Ministerio Emperador Plaza de Is a Dr de Agricultura V Carlos b . e t Lavapiés el PA Pi e r ga re SE C. e ATOCHA DE mb let METRO O So bu ARG Tri UM IN O FA S r. C. D A NT l de A C. CHA O T A IS A . A BE RD Puerta L de Atocha O DEL Calle Ma ta pié s de C. C. C de .d Z e ur Sa ita litr e va lle La Ca XII M. l de C. N 55 rv e ncia Vale o par Am P Se el Mi gu es red Pa t de F C. ourq Ho ue sp t ita l Dr. María PA S 54 de Ave ALFONSO Alameda Fucar C. Calle C. 53 EO 51 52 DE León 48 Calle Mina 50 J. C. de Echegaray Príncipe C. del Espoz y Carretas 49 P P Rela tores V. Gu evara P PRAD Sev illa METRO Puerta del Sol CALLE SOL P 19 Prado Museum at Calle Cervantes number 11, we see the Casa-Museo de Lope de Vega (50) (HouseMuseum of Lope de Vega), close to the homes where other renowned Spanish authors, including Cervantes, Quevedo and Góngora, lived. At Calle Lope de Vega number 18, we find an interesting structure, the Iglesia & Convento de Las Trinitarias (51) (Church and Convent of the Trinitarians) dating from the 17th century. The altarpieces and carvings are worth visiting. We now turn back in the direction of the Paseo del Prado to find the Fuente de Neptuno (52) (Neptune Fountain) with a statue of Neptune standing on a chariot wielding a trident. The design was the work of Ventura Rodríguez as was the Cibeles fountain; the sculptor 20 was Juan Pascual Mena in 1780. On the semi–circular Plaza de la Lealtad is another of Madrid’s finest hotels, the Ritz Hotel, installed in a unique structure built in 1910. The Museo del Prado (53) (Prado Museum) is located in a neoclassical building designed by the architect Juan de Villanueva in 1785 and originally planned as a Museum of Natural History. It has been an art museum since 1818. Its floor plan is formed by a rectangle with two square structures attached at each end. The rotunda covered by a dome which lights the vestibule deserves special mention, and in the center we can view a bronze sculpture of Carlos V by Pompeyo Leoni. Continuing on the Paseo del Prado, we arrive at the Jardin Botánico (54) (Botanical Garden) which currently organizes exhibits on botanical and related subjects. A variety of rare plants and trees can be seen. The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia (55) (Queen Sofia Art Center) is a cultural center located on the Calle Santa Isabel in a former neoclassical-style hospital renovated in the 1980’s to house the museum. Spanish contemporary art, as well as temporary exhibitions, may be seen here. It also houses the treasures of the former Spanish Contemporary Art Museum and is the showcase of the famous painting Guernica by Picasso. It also contains a large library. The Prado Museum houses the most important collection of Spanish painting up until the 19th century. In it we can admire masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Murillo, Ribera and Zubarán, among others. In addition, it also contains a magnificent collection of Flemish and Italian art. Start of Itinerary 5: Museo de Thyssen-Bornemisza. Metro: Banco de España. 21 6. From the Gran Vía to the Plaza de España and surrounding areas Rising imposingly at the intersection of the Gran Vía and Calle Alcalá, where we begin our tour, we find the Metrópolis building. Farther down on the right side of the street, we see the Museo Chicote (Chicote Museum), a charming little bar–museum; meeting place of artists and bullfighters of yesteryear. On the parallel street of Caballero de Gracia (accessed through Calle Clavel or the Plaza Red de Gran Vía (56), one of the main arteries in Madrid, was conceived at the turn of the century and finished in 1952 when the last building site was occupied. An assortment of structures with ornate façades, large cornices, colonnades and balconies dominate the eastern end. DO AR Divino Pasto RN Co nd e CALL E D E S AG e Call LA 62 METRO BILBAO C. Calle P 61 C. M. Malasaña Du qu e ARGÜELLES AST A r ablo de S. P Ho rta lez a ri de Se villa C. DE n me Car l de iados lle Prec Ca . de C 22 Barbie ja Ba C. Ca lle M ad er a al le C. ral s nito ga Le nto me lo j Re Fo Fuencar C Amaniel C. Ballesta C. del Barco Calle Valverde SA Min N de CE as de IN SAN PR BAILÉN de C. Alta Calle Mo nte ra BE METRO CALLE r Ven tura Ro drig uez NOVICIADO Ca lle to Tu Pl. Dos celó de Mayo Bar C. la Palm P a TRIBUNAL C. San Vi ce METRO Noviciado C. Espíritu nte Ferrer Sa San Museo nB to Tesoro e Municipal Calle l l e 59 rna a lV rd C. de in Sta. Brígida Pl. de o ús s d Farma S. Ildefonso el Je es cia ey H R UNIVERSIDAD PLAZA DE . Cort 60 Pe o és ESPAÑA C. bl z METRO R. P a A CHUECA . de P L Plaza de S. Fig METRO G eón la España uer P R lv a i oa A L un S N TE JUSTICIA a EN le IC l SANTO V os Ca DOMINGO S. C. V sc METRO Desen A. ÍA P de de gaño Senado CT la Tu P Las Reparadoras 58 C. d s Infanta CALLAO Palacio e la s Plaza METRO de Red Grimaldi Sto. de Plaza a G l R A N Jardines Rein del Callao San Luis 57 Bo P Domingo P a METRO de Sabatini Mtrio. de la la Caba VÍA GRAN VÍA Encarnación de o ll z e e ro de G 56 metr C. racia Jaco P Pl. del C. Jardines Descalzas Reales Academia de Carmen Palacio M B. Artes de iser Plaza de Teatro Real ÓPERA icor Real METRO S. Fernando C A L Á dia Oriente P Ministerio de Plaza A L METRO C. d a Hacienda Isabel II r e a l A re n Pl. de la SOL SEVILLA Puerta rg P E e L a METRO V l Armería del Sol C A L VENTURA RODRIGUE Z METRO San Luis), we find the Oratorio del Caballero de Gracia (57), (Oratory of Caballero de Gracia), built at the end of the 18th century, a living example of the elegant neoclassical style by Juan de Villanueva. In the lovely interior, the paintings on the vault deserve special mention. On the Gran Vía, near the Plaza Red de San Luis, we find the headquarters of the Telefónica (58)(Spain’s National Telephone Co.), the first skyscraper in Madrid built in 1929 by the North American architect Weeks. A little farther along, we come to the Plaza de Callao, usually bustling with pedestrians and cars and surrounded by cinemas and department stores and shops. Opposite the Plaza, we see the Palacio de la Prensa, which was built in 1928 under the architectural influence of the Chicago School. A little further on the left, we encounter the Carrión building, site of the Capitol cinema, built between 1931 and 1934 following the German School of Calle Gran Vía Mendelsohn. It is a good example of 1930’s architecture. Our walk continues downhill between structures which blend both European and American trends with traditional architecture. Separating the Gran Vía from the Calle Princesa is the huge Plaza de España, noted for two exceptional buildings of the 1950’s: the Edificio España and the Torre de Madrid, both from projects designed by the Otamendi brothers. On the side street of Calle San Leonardo by the Edificio España, we find the Iglesia de San Marcos (59) (Church 23 Plaza de España. Torre de Madrid of St. Mark’s), the work of Ventura Rodríguez, finished in 1753 and declared a national monument in 1944. It is one of the loveliest structures of Madrid Baroque. Taking a short detour from the Calle Princesa at Calle Ventura Rodríguez number 17, is the Museo Cerralbo (60) (Cerralbo Museum), a stately 19th century mansion which contains noteworthy furniture and art treasures. Retracing our steps to the Calle Princesa, we encounter at number 20 the Palacio de Liria (61) (Palace of Liria), palatial residence of the Duchess of Alba. It was completed by Ventura Rodríguez in 1780. Backing up to the rear part of the palace on the Calle Conde Duque, we find the Cuartel de Conde Duque (62) built from the design by Pedro Ribera in 1720. This Baroque structure now houses municipal offices, including exhibition halls, and libraries. During the summer, the courtyard is the site of concerts and evening events. Start of Itinerary 6: the beginning of the Gran Vía. Metro: Banco de España and Gran Vía. 7. Other areas and places of interest initiative of the Marquis of Salamanca. Many of the mansions and structures erected during the past century have given way to other taller ones, but the district has retained much of its former grandeur. Today it is an area of intense and select commercial activity, where a large number of the art galleries in Madrid are concentrated, along with numerous prestigious shops selling fashions, accessories, jewelry and furniture. . Salamanca district DO C. D E SA GA BILBAO ablo de S. P Ho rta lez a Pe lay o ri Sev illa Mo nte ra men Car l de iados lle Prec Ca . de C 25 de de Ca lle C. C. Alta M ad er a ja Ba C. Ballesta C. del Barco Calle Valverde C. ral s nito ga Le nto me lo j Re Fo 65 Barbie AR RN BE al le a C ic as er SAN qu Min Le C. Fuencar CALLE ía Amaniel SA BAILÉN ej CE de IN AL PUENTE DE SEGOVIA M Co nd e NOVICIADO Pasto de Ca lle Calle PR 65 Divino STA ALONSO MARTÍNEZ r METRO Pl. Dos ló P Barce de Mayo METRO Calle . a de la i C c Palma en C. San Vi TRIBUNAL o fic ce ne ate METRO Noviciado C. Espíritu nte Ferrer Be n M 64 . C Sa San 63 to Iglesia de Calle Tesoro le C. San Marcos al lV C. de Sta. Brígida de s Pl. ú de Farma S. Ildefonso s l Jes cia ye H. Co Re UNIVERSIDAD PLAZA DE rtés Pe o ESPAÑA C. C. bl z METRO P R. L a Gra de P vin eó Plaza de S. a Aug METRO G l n a a ust CHUECA España P R v l i o A Lu S Figueroa N na C. San lle SANTO os DOMINGO Ca Marcos METRO V sc Desen ÍA Call P de gaño Senado u e T P d e Telefónica Palacio Las Reparadoras CALLAO las P Plaza Grimaldi G R A N Red de la Plaza de Sto. METRO del Callao Oratorio del Infantas Bo San Luis Caballero de Gracia Domingo P Mtrio. de la METRO la P C aball GRAN VÍA Encarnación de ero d V Í A Iglesia de zo e Gra metre C. P Pl. del cia San José Jaco C. Jardines PALACIO Descalzas Reales Academia de Las Calatravas Carmen M B. Artes de iser Plaza de Teatro Real ÓPERA Bellas icor METRO S. Fernando C A L Á Artes dia Oriente P Ministerio de Plaza A L METRO SEVILLA C. d Madrazo Hacienda ra C. Isabel II a e l A re SOL rg LE P nal METRO Ve istía Puerta C A L n Am Plaza Casa de del Sol Carrera San Jerónimo Congreso Herradores P Mayor Correos N AL PUENTE DE SEGOVIA METRO C. e Call Palacio de Liria Du qu e From the Puerta de Alcalá towards the north, extending up the Calle Serrano and encompassing the adjacent streets, there is an elegant, stately neighborhood which was one of the areas of growth in the city during the 19th century. The grid–like design of this district was the Calle San Mateo, along with the nooks and corners, evoke the 1808 uprising in Madrid against Napoleon’s troops, immortalized by Goya. Start of Itinerary 7: Plaza de la Independencia. Metro: Retiro. . Madrid of Dos de Mayo (Second of May) This is a large area stretching between the Glorieta de Bilbao and Glorieta de Alonso Martínez and which borders on the Gran Vía and Calle San Bernardo. It is also a busy area where old cafés, bars, discotheques and other nighttime diversions abound. Interesting Baroque churches, such as San Antonio de los Alemanes on the Calle Corredera Baja de San Pablo, the Museo Municipal (63) (Municipal Museum) on the Calle Fuencarral, the Museo Romántico (64) (Museum of the Romantic Period) on the Start of Itinerary: Glorieta de Bilbao. Metro: Bilbao. . Puente de Segovia (65) (Segovia Bridge). This is the oldest bridge in the city which spans the Manzanares river, situated at the end of the Calle Segovia. It was built by Juan de Herrera at the end of the 16th century. It deserves a visit if only to enjoy the view of the Royal Palace and gardens. Start of Itinerary: Bridge of Segovia. Metro: Puerta del Angel. Municipal Museum 26 Museums and Art Centers MUSEO DEL PRADO (Prado Museum) Located in an 18th building designed by Juan de Villanueva, the Prado is considered one of the most important art galleries in the world. It houses masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Zurbarán, Ribera, Ribalta, Titian, Raphael, Botticelli, Fra Angélico, Rubens, Bosch, Van der Weyden, Poussin, Lorrain, Watteau, Rembrandt, Dürer and Mengs, among others. Open: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 420 39 44 & 91 369 01 51. Paseo del Prado. Metro: Banco de España & Atocha. Open: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 330 28 00. Calle Santa Isabel, 52. Metro: Atocha. Open: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed: Tuesday. ☎ 91 467 50 62. MUSEO NACIONAL CENTRO DE ARTE REINA SOFIA (Reina Sofía Culture Center) A cultural center containing a permanent collection of Spanish contemporary art and offering a wide variety of temporary exhibitions covering diverse modern artistic disciplines such as painting, sculpture, video, photography, films, etc. MUSEO CERRALBO (Cerralbo Museum) A private collection including archeological artifacts, porcelains, tapestries and paintings from different periods. MUSEO THYSSENBORNEMISZA (ThyssenBornemisza Museum) This museum houses a splendid collection ranging from primitive Flemish to contemporary works. More than 800 paintings and sculptures, carvings, tapestries and other items are displayed. Calle Ventura Rodríguez, 17. Metro: Plaza de España & Ventura Rodríguez. Open: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday and holidays. ☎ 91 547 36 46. Villahermosa Palace, Paseo del Prado, 8. Metro: Banco de España. 27 to 2:30 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 577 79 12 & 91 577 79 20. MUSEO LAZARO GALDIANO (Lazaro Galdiano Museum) A treasure of paintings, clocks, furniture, jewelry, gold, silver, ivory and enamel objects from a private collection. MUSEO DE LA REAL ACADEMIA DE BELLAS ARTES DE SAN FERNANDO (Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando Museum) Paintings from the 16th through 19th century Spanish School are exhibited. Flemish, German, French and Italian Schools are also represented. Displays of sculpture and porcelain. Calle Serrano, 122. Metro: Nuñez de Balboa. Open: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday and in August. ☎ 91 561 60 84. MUSEO SOROLLA (Sorolla Museum) Former home and studio of the famous painter, this museum contains a good part of his work as well as paintings by his friends. Calle Alcalá 13. Metro: Sol. Open: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and Monday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ☎ 91 522 14 91. Paseo General Martínez Campos, 37. Metro: Rubén Darío & Gregorio Marañón. Open: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 310 15 84. MONASTERIO DE LAS DESCALZAS REALES (Monastery of the Royal Barefoot Franciscans) Frescos adorn ceilings and walls of this convent. Priceless collection of paintings, tapestries, religious imagery, relics and other objects. MUSEO ARQUEOLÓGICO NACIONAL (National Archeological Museum) Museum containing archeological treasures from excavations throughout Spain. Also displays old coins and ceramics from different eras. Plaza de las Descalzas Reales, 3. Metro: Sol, Opera & Callao. Open: 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.; Friday 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 542 00 59. Calle Serrano, 13. Metro: Serrano. Open: 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 9:30 a.m. 28 to 3 p.m. Closed when official acts are held. ☎ 91 542 00 59. MONASTERIO DE LA ENCARNACION (Monastery of the Incarnation) Decorated in the 17th century by artists of the royal court. Religious painting and sculpture from the 16th to 18th centuries. MUSEO DE AMERICA (Museum of the Americas) This museum features American archeology and ethnology collections from prehistoric to modern times. Plaza de la Encarnación, 1. Metro: Opera. Open: Wednesday and Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4 to 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ☎ 91 542 00 59. Avenida Reyes Católicos, 6. Metro: Moncloa. Open: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed Monday. ☎ 91 549 26 41. CASON DEL BUEN RETIRO (Buen Retiro Museum) Collection of Spanish painting and sculpture from the 19th century. FUNDACION DE LA CASA DE ALBA (House of Alba Foundation) The Palacio de Liria houses a collection of art belonging to the Duchess of Alba. Great masters such as Goya, Zurbarán, Renoir and Titian can be admired. Calle Felipe IV, 13. Metro: Retiro. Open: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 330 28 00. Palacio de Liria, Calle Princesa, 20. Metro: Plaza de España, Ventura Rodríguez & Arguelles. Visits by appointment only. ☎ 91 547 53 02. PALACIO REAL (Royal Palace) The Palace displays furniture, decorations, tapestries, sculpture and other works of art in the many rooms and halls formerly inhabited by Spanish kings since the middle of the 18th century. MUSEO DE LA CIUDAD (City Museum) Different aspects of the city, engravings, photographs, urban planning projects, infrastructure, public services and customs of Madrid are on display. Calle Bailén. Metro: Opera. Open: October to March 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April to September 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 9 a.m. Calle Príncipe de Vergara, 142. Metro: Cruz de Rayo. 29 Open: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 588 65 99. an end to his life. Paintings characteristic of the Romantic period are exhibited. Calle San Mateo, 13. Metro: Tribunal. Open: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday and in August. ☎ 91 448 10 71. MUSEO DEL EJERCITO (Military Museum) Over 27,000 artifacts including weapons, uniforms, documents, flags, painting and sculpture tracing the history of the Spanish military are on display. PANTEON DE GOYA (Goya’s Pantheon) Small chapel where the world famous painter Francisco de Goya is buried; the dome was painted by Goya in 1798. Calle Méndez Núñez, 1. Metro: Retiro & Banco de España. Open: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 522 89 77. Paseo de San Antonio de la Florida, 5. Metro: Norte. Open: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday and holidays. ☎ 91 542 07 22. MUSEO NACIONAL DE ARTES DECORATIVAS (National Museum of Decorative Arts) Furniture and decorative items from the 15th to the 19th centuries may be seen. MUSEO MUNICIPAL (Municipal Museum) Located in a former hospice built by Pedro de Ribera, this museum is a good example of civil Baroque architecture in Madrid. The history of Madrid is displayed in assorted documents and works of art. Calle Montalbán, 12. Metro: Retiro. Open: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 532 68 45. MUSEO ROMANTICO (Museum of the Romantic Period) A museum in a mansion displaying furniture, paintings and other works of art of the 19th century, including a portrait of Larra and the gun that put Calle Fuencarral, 78. Metro: Tribunal. Open: 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; August 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed: Monday and holidays. ☎ 91 588 86 72. 30 Art Exhibitions I n addition to the museums mentioned, there are other less well-known ones which are also of interest. There are also numerous centers, galleries and institutions where temporary art exhibitions and shows are held. Information on these schedules is published in the daily newspapers and also in the Guía del Ocio, a weekly publication on sale at the local newsstand. Centro Cultural de la Villa (City Cultural Center) Fundación la Caixa (La Caixa Foundation) Plaza de Colón. Metro: Colón. Open: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 575 60 80. Calle Serrano, 60. Metro: Serrano. Open: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed: Tuesday. ☎ 91 426 02 02. Círculo de Bellas Artes (Fine Arts Circle) Fundación Banco Central Hispano (Central Hispano Bank Foundation) Calle Alcalá, 42. Metro: Sevilla & Banco de España. Open: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 360 54 00. Calle Marqués de Villamagna, 3. Metro: Colón. Open: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 575 14 30. Fundación Juan March (Juan March Foundation) Fundación Cultural MAPFRE (MAPFRE Cultural Foundation) Calle Castelló, 77. Metro: Núñez de Balboa. Open: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.; Sunday and holidays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ☎ 91 435 42 40. Calle General Perón, 40. Metro: Santiago Bernabéu. Open: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and holidays 12 to 8 p.m. Closed: Sunday, holidays and in August. ☎ 91 581 14 10. 31 Sorolla Museum Centro Cultural Conde Duque (Conde Duque Cultural Center) Centro Mesoneros Romanos Plaza Mayor. Casa de la Panadería. Metro: Sol. Open: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ☎ 91 588 23 87. Calle Conde Duque, 11. Metro: San Bernardo. Open: 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 to 9 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed: Monday. ☎ 91 588 58 34. Palacio de Velázquez (Velázquez Palace) Retiro Park. Metro: Retiro. Open: Winter 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Summer 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed: Tuesday. ☎ 91 573 62 45. 32 Art Galleries and Antique Shops There are more than 140 art galleries located mainly in the vicinity of the Calle Barquillo, and in the District of Salamanca along the streets of Serrano, Jorge Juan and Claudio Coello and near the Centro de Arte de Reina Sofia. In February the International Contemporary Art Fair called ARCO is held in Madrid, which is the most important art exhibition of the year. More than two hundred galleries and exhibitors from around the world show and sell their works. It is considered one of the three most important art fairs in the world. Antique Shops are located mainly in various areas including the Rastro (Flea Market) and on the adjacent streets, as well as on and around the streets of Jorge Juan, Claudio Coello and Velázquez. On Calle Lagasca an Antique Center can be found. There are also possibilities for antique shopping along the streets of the Prado, Santa Catalina and in the Mercado Puerta de Toledo. Antique Fairs: Feria de la Almoneda (end of May) Feriarte (end of November). In Madrid, numerous auctions of antiques and artistic objects are held, organized by both Spanish and international firms. Auctions also take place at Monte de Piedad, an institution founded in 1724. 33 Cultural Activities and Events M usic • Teatro Real (Opera House). Plaza de Oriente. Metro: Ópera. ☎ 91 516 06 60. • Auditorio Nacional de Música (National Concert Hall). Calle Príncipe de Vergara, 146. Metro: Cruz de Rayo. ☎ 91 337 01 00. • Teatro Lírico Nacional de la Zarzuela (National Lyrical Theater). Spanish light opera from October to December. Calle Jovellanos, 4. Metro: Banco de España. ☎ 91 524 54 00. • Central Cultural de la Villa de Madrid. (City Cultural Center). Plaza de Colón. Metro: Colón. ☎ 91 575 60 80. • Fundación Juan March. Calle Castelló, 77. Metro: Núñez de Balboa. ☎ 91 435 42 40. T heater • Círculo de Bellas Artes. Calle Marqués de Casa Riera, 2. Metro: Banco de España. ☎ 91 360 54 00 • Teatro de la Comedia. Compañía Nacional de Teatro Clásico. Calle Príncipe, 14 ☎ 91 521 49 31. Metro: Sevilla. • Teatro María Guerrero. Centro Dramático Nacional. Calle Tamayo y Baus, 4. ☎ 91 319 47 69. Metro Colón. The main events of the year are the Festival de Otoño (Autumn Festival), the Festival de Teatro Iberoamericano (Iberian-American Theater Festival) and Los Veranos de la Villa (Summer festival). C inema –There is a concentration of cinemas along the streets of Gran Vía and Fuencarral. Films in their original language can be seen in the theaters near the Plaza de España and in the Plaza Jacinto Benavente. La Filmoteca Nacional (National Film Library) shows films in their original version with Spanish subtitles or simultaneous translations. Calle Santa Isabel, 3. Metro: Antón Martín. ☎ 91 369 11 25. 34 Parks and Gardens Campo is a large park with an area of about 4000 acres. Rowboats can be rented for a ride around the artificial lake. Swimming and tennis can also be enjoyed. The Parque Zoológico or Zoo and Parque de Atracciones, a large amusement park, are found in the southern part. Metro: Lago and Batan. A cable car can be taken from Paseo de Pintor Rosales. – Parque del Retiro The Retiro Park was built in the 17th century by order of Felipe IV as a recreational area for royalty. It occupies 350 acres of land and boasts more than 15,000 trees and important monuments among the lovely gardens. Plaza de la Independencia. Metro: Retiro, Ibiza and Menéndez Pelayo. – Parque Quinta Fuente del Berro – Jardín Botánico Created by Carlos III in 1774, the royal botanical garden boasts numerous varieties of trees and plants. Neoclassical gates, doors and former greenhouse designed by Juan de Villanueva may also be admired. Plaza de Murillo, 2. Metro: Atocha. Hours 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. ☎ 91 420 30 17. A small, quiet park crisscrossed by paved pathways and dotted with fountains and flower beds. Metro: Ventas. – Parque del Oeste A park in the western part of the city bordering the Paseo del Pintor Rosales which has a lovely rose garden and various monuments. The Teleférico or cable car to the Casa de Campo departs here. Metro: Argüelles and Moncloa. – Casa de Campo Located on the right bank of the Manzanares River to the west of Madrid, the Casa de 35 Food and Drink Madrid is a melting pot for the cuisines from all over the peninsula. Gourmets sometimes argue whether Madrid cuisine exists or not, but the truth is that the capital of Spain has enriched its gastronomy with the contributions of the Andalusians, Galicians, Asturians and other immigrants who have settled here. sweet tradition can be appreciated through its desserts; from torrijas (a type of French toast), typical in the springtime and linked to Holy Week, to the barquillos (rolled wafers), bartolillos con crema (a type of small pie with custard) the buñuelos (a type of fritter filled with custard, whipped cream, etc.) in November, the mazapán (marzipan)and turrón (soft and hard nougat) at Christmas and the rosquillas de anís (aniseflavored doughnuts) during the festival of San Isidro. A good number of dishes and recipes can be named however which can be considered typical of Madrid. Among them, the cocido madrileño must be mentioned; a stew combining chickpeas with vegetables (cabbage, celery, carrots, turnips and potatoes) and chicken, beef and pork and which is turned into a huge succulent meal. Callos or tripe is another of the typical dishes identified with local cuisine and may be found in some of the well–known restaurants in Madrid. We must not neglect the humble and savory sopa de ajo (garlic soup), caracoles (snails), tortilla de patatas (potato omelet), the famous recipe of besugo al horno (baked bream), so typical in the capital in spite of its distance from the ocean, or dishes in which bacalao (cod) is the main ingredient. Madrid’s In Madrid, as well as in the rest of Spain, the tapa (savory tidbits of a variety of dishes served as appetizers) is an old gastronomic tradition. You can find numerous establishments specialized in serving these tapas. «Ir de tapeo» (going out for tapas) is a tradition; hundreds of bars scattered throughout the streets of Madrid serve a tapa accompanied by a small glass of wine or beer. 36 Shopping on Saturdays and Sundays between the Plaza de Cascorro, La Latina and the street of Embajadores. Everything imaginable can be found here from valuable antiques to used clothing, including collector cards, books, records, paintings, etc. - Feria del Libro de Madrid. This book fair is held in the Retiro park at the end of May and beginning of June and brings together the most important publishers in Madrid. - Feria del Libro Antiguo y de Ocasión. This book fair for old and used books is held on the Paseo de Recoletos at the beginning of May. - Feria del Libro sobre Madrid. This book fair held in May features books about Madrid. Plaza de Isabel II. - Concentrated in and around the Plaza Mayor are an assortment of shops selling traditional articles such as espadrilles, fabrics, ropes, hats and religious articles. - Fashions for men, women and children and Spanish and international designers take up shop around the streets of Almirante and Conde de Xiquena, as well as in the district of Salamanca which concentrates the best shops for jewelry, shoes, leather goods, furniture, gifts, etc. - Large department stores are located in the vicinity of the Puerta del Sol, and on the streets of Princesa, Goya and Castellana. - Open–air markets. The Rastro is the most famous of the flea markets which opens 37 Nightlife with live music, in addition to moderately–priced restaurants. – The Calle Huertas and the Plaza de Santa Ana offer a lively nightlife and cafés with live music. – The streets of Paseo de la Castellana, Paseo de Recoletos and Paseo del Prado boast quality restaurants, cafés and popular night spots. – In the summer months and especially at night, open–air terraces abound in the areas of the Paseo de la Castellana and the Parque del Oeste. Nightowls will find Madrid a paradise every night of the week. Visitors must keep in mind the late dining hours; restaurants do not even open until eight or nine o’clock. Many night establishments are open until the early morning hours. – In the vicinity of the Plaza de Santa Bárbara, the Glorieta de Bilbao and Alonso Martínez, a large number of popular bars, pubs, fast food restaurants and ice cream parlors are concentrated. – The bars in the districts of Arguelles and Moncloa are generally frequented by University students and a younger crowd. – Malasaña, in the vicinty of the Plaza de Dos de Mayo, has countless cafés and bars The daily newspapers generally publish a weekly entertainment supplement on Thursday or Friday which provides detailed information on restaurants, bars, cinemas, theaters, art galleries, etc. 38 Festivals and Celebrations – Carnaval, a carnival with parades and costume parties culminating on Ash Wednesday with the traditional burial of the Sardine, marks the beginning of Lent. ushers in the famous Feria taurina or bullfighting fair which also carries the name of the patron saint of Madrid and lasts from the middle of May to the middle of June at the Plaza Monumental Las Ventas bullring. Concerts, open-air dances and outdoor celebrations are also held during this period. – During the Fiestas del 2 de Mayo, a festival of the Community of Madrid, celebrations include a wide variety of concerts, open–air dancing and sporting events. Bullfights are also held. – The 13th of June, the day of San Antonio, young girls have a date at the hermitage of San Antonio de la Florida. According to dressmakers’ tradition, a single girl must place 13 pins in the baptismal font, and if one of the pins sticks to her finger, she will marry during the year. – May 15th marks the start of the celebrations surrounding the month–long Fiestas de San Isidro honoring the patron saint of Madrid and are the most lively popular festivities in Madrid. Tradition demands that one attend the romería (pilgrimage) to the saint’s meadow to drink from the miraculous water at the fountain of the hermitage. Traditional Castizo dress is worn, and the typical barquillos (rolled wafers), buñuelos (fritters) and rosquillas (doughnuts) are for sale. This time of year also – August is the month of celebration in some of the typical districts of Madrid. From the 6th to the 15th, the Fiestas de San Lorenzo, San Cayetano and the Virgen de la Paloma are commemorated with processions, open–air dancing, and sidewalk concerts in the park of the Vistillas and vicinity. 39 Addresses of general interest POST OFFICE AND TELEPHONES EMERGENCY SERVICES • Correos (Post Office) – Main office for telegraph and postal services, Palacio de Comunicaciones. Plaza de Cibeles. ☎ 902 197 197. Hours: 8 a.m. to midnight. • Emergencies and Public Safety. ☎ 112. • Emergency medical assistance: ☎ 061. Red Cross: ☎ 91 522 22 22. • Police National Police. ☎ 091. Municipal Police. ☎ 092. Civil Guard Traffic Police. ☎ 900 12 35 05. • Telephones – Main Office of the Telephone Company, Telefónica. Gran Vía, 30. Open 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. – Public telephones are either coin-operated or can be used with telephone cards that may be purchased at tobacconist shops. – Telegrams by telephone: ☎ 91 522 20 00. – Information: ☎ 1003. • Firemen. ☎ 080. • Highway Information. ☎ 900 123 505. • Lost and Found. ☎ 91 588 43 46/48. • Citizen Information. Town Hall. ☎ 010. 40 Excursions from Madrid Alcalá de Henares. Plaza de Cervantes church of the Jesuits and the Oratorio of San Felipe Neri. On the Calle de la Imagen, the house where Cervantes was born, which has been reconstructed and refurbished with furniture and household items of the era, can be visited. Alcalá de Henares. Declared a Wordl Heritage City. An old city only a short distance from Madrid, the seat of the famous University founded in 1499 by Cardenal Cisneros. The University building, at Plaza de San Diego, boasts a splendid Plateresque façade. The interior courtyards are also worth visiting, especially the most famous one called the «Patio Trilingüe», where classes of Hebrew, Greek and Latin were taught. Interesting cloisters, gardens and the Auditorium may also be admired. Within the town, churches and convents attract our attention, such as the Church of Magistral-Cathedral, started in the 12th century, the Archbishop’s Palace, the convent of Las Bernardas, the 33 Km. from Madrid on the N-II highway in the direction of Zaragoza. Trains from Atocha and Charmartín Stations leave every 10 minutes. Buses at the beginning of Avenida de América depart every 10 minutes. Tourist Information: Callejón de Santa María ☎ 91 889 26 94. Aranjuez. Poised on a fertile plain bathed by the Tagus River, this royal retreat boasts 41 beautiful jewels such as the Palacio Real (Royal Palace) and the magnificent gardens which surround it. It was a residence of kings since the 15th century. In the 17th century the Bourbon kings built the palace and its gardens. Although plagued by fires and subsequent reconstructions, the Royal Palace continues to maintain authentic architectural unity. The Jardín del Parterre garden is adorned with numerous sculptures, the Jardín de la Isla stands out for its fountains and the Jardín del Príncipe is an English-style garden. The Casa del Labrador is a neoclassical hunting pavilion constructed by order of King Carlos IV and located in the Jardín del Príncipe. exception of August) there is a special tourist train on Saturdays called the «Tren de la Fresa» (Strawberry Train). Tourist Information: ☎ 91 891 04 27. Chinchón. The charming Plaza Mayor surrounded on three sides by two and threestory houses with wooden balconies is well worth a visit. Its church has a painting by Goya, La Asunción de la Virgen (Assumption of the Virgin). The 17th century Convent of Las Clarisas is also interesting. 45 Km. from Madrid on the N-III highway, take turnoff at Arganda. Buses leave every hour from the street Avenida del Mediterráneo, 49, between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. The town of Aranjuez was built starting in the 18th century. King Fernando VI ordered the structures to be erected according to a design of streets and dwellings that responded to ideas of the Enlightenment movement. Various outbuildings of the palaces and other monuments of interest can also be admired. Manzanares el Real. A picturesque town in the Sierra de Guadarrama at the foot of La Pedriza mountain, summer residence for many madrileños. Its 15th century castle is a jewel of civil architecture. It is worthwhile taking a stroll through La Pedriza park and along the banks of the Manzanares river. 47 kilometers from Madrid on the N-IV highway. Trains leave every 30 minutes from Atocha Station. Buses leave from the Estación Sur de Autobuses. From May to October (with the 47 Km. from Madrid on the Colmenar Viejo highway. Buses from Plaza de Castilla, Mateo Inurria. 42 El Escorial. Felipe II ordered construction of these startling austere, grandiose, granite structures. The monastery, church and palace melt in a framework of courtyards, corridors and rooms forming a rectangular block crowned by four towers with pointed spires on each one of the corners, offsetting the horizontal lines. Also noteworthy is the basilica, topped by a 92 meter dome and paintings on the vaults by Lucas Jordán. Along the walls there are 43 altars with painted altarpieces and the main chapel of the nave concentrates the greatest decorative treasure of the church. The Patio de los Reyes, which precedes the basilica, is a solemn rectangular courtyard where the bareness of the walls contrasts with the truly royal grandeur of the front façade. – Palaces. In those occupied by the Hapsburgs, the Sala de las Batallas decorated with frescoes is worthy of special mention. Outstanding among the palaces are the sumptuous rooms belonging to the Bourbons, decorated with luxurious tapestries and Pompeyan ceilings. – Chapterhouses. Works by El Greco, Velázquez, Ribera, Titian and Bosch, along with paintings from the 16th century Venetian School, can be admired. – Biblioteca. The library preserves more than 40,000 volumes and manuscripts dating from as far back as the Chinchón. Parador 43 9th century. It also has a museum of paintings with works by Titian, Veronese, Zurbarán and Tintoretto among others and an Architecture Museum which contains documents pertaining to the construction of the monastery. Outside the complex a special visit is warranted by the Casita del Príncipe, a small palace from the 14th century. 115 Km. northwest of Madrid on the N-VI highway. Trains leave from Atocha Station. Buses depart from Méndez Álvaro, 11. Information: ☎ 920 21 13 87. Segovia. Its impressive Roman aqueduct, the majestic Alcazar castle, the Cathedral and numerous churches are attractions not to be missed. La Granja de San Ildefonso, a lovely palace and gardens with monumental fountains some 11 Km. from Segovia is another interesting spot. 87 Km. northwest of Madrid on the N-VI highway. Trains leave from Atocha Station. Buses depart from Paseo de la Florida, 11. Tourist Information: ☎ 921 46 03 34. El Escorial. Monastery of St. Lorenzo erected by Carlos II, and the Casita del Infante, built for Prince Gabriel, brother of Carlos IV. Both are designs of Juan de Villanueva. Toledo. Fascinating monumental city, center of the Visigoth reign, Imperial capital and residence of Moors, Jews and Christians. El Greco’s adopted town has some of his masterpieces. The Monastery is located in the town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, 50 Km. northwest of Madrid on the N-VI highway. Trains leave from Atocha, and Chamartín Stations. Tourist Information: ☎ 91 890 15 54. 70 Km. southwest of Madrid on the N-401 highway. Trains leave from Atocha Station. Buses depart the Estación del Sur. Tourist Information: ☎ 925 22 08 43. Avila. Magnificently preserved medieval walls surround this somber city, birthplace of St. Teresa. The cathedral dates 44 Tourist Information International code: 34. Tourist Information. TURESPAÑA. ☎ 901 300 600. www.tourspain.es Municipal Office of Tourist Information. Plaza Mayor, 3. ☎ 91 366 54 77 & 91 588 16 36. Madrid Commmunity Tourist Information Offices. Calle Duque de Medinaceli, 2. ☎ 91 429 49 51. Puerta de Toledo Market. ☎ 91 364 18 76. Estación de Chamartín. Central vestibule, gate 16. ☎ 91 315 99 76. Barajas Airport. T1 Terminal. ☎ 91 305 86 56. Municipal Board of Tourism and Congress Offices. Calle Mayor, 69. ☎ 91 588 29 00. PARADORES Reservation Center. Calle Requena, 3. 28013 - Madrid. ☎ 91 516 66 66. Fax 91 516 66 57. www.parador.es Parador de Chinchón. ☎ 91 894 08 36, Fax 91 894 09 08. Hostería de Alcalá de Henares ☎ 91 888 03 30. Fax 91 888 05 27 SPANISH TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICES ABROAD Canada. Toronto. Tourist Office of Spain. 2 Bloor Street West suite 3402. TORONTO, Ontario M4W 3E2. ☎ 1416/ 961 31 31, fax 1416/ 961 19 92. E-Mail: [email protected] Great Britain. London. Spanish Tourist Office. Manchester Square, 22-23. LONDON W1M 5AP. ☎ 44207/ 486 80 77, fax 44207/ 486 80 34. E-Mail: [email protected] Japan. Tokyo. Tourist Office of Spain. Daini Toranomon Denki Bldg.4F. 3-1-10 Toranomon. Minato-Ku. TOKIO-105. ☎ 813/ 34 32 61 41, fax 813/ 34 32 61 44. E-Mail: [email protected] Russia. Moscow. Spanish Tourist Office. Tverskaya – 16/2 Business Center “Galeria Aktor” 6th floor Moscow 103009. ☎ 7095/ 935 83 99, fax 7095/ 935 83 96. E-Mail: [email protected] Singapore. Singapore. Spanish Tourist Office. 541 Orchard Road. 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Rusia: Velázquez, 155. ☎ 91 562 22 64, fax 91 562 97 12 United States of America: Serrano, 75. ☎ 91 587 22 00, fax 91 587 23 03. 45 BURGOS 142 km A CORUÑA 495 km VALLADOLID 43 km Sepúlveda Olmedo Riaza Río 110 Cantalejo Navas de Oro Ataquines N-VI Ce Navalmanzano Nava de la Asunción 601 Cerezo de Abajo ga Lobo 2273 Turégano Río Majaelrayo LA PINILLA Pedraza Somosierra Robregordo ra ar P H P a A Adanero T VALDESQUI N Hen ares Voltoya Valdihuela 1531 Rí T S Barraco I Emb. de San Juan El Tiemblo Burgohondo 1955 Ta ju ña o E San Martín de Valdeiglesias Rozas de Piedralaves Puerto Real de Ardoz Henares Boadilla del Monte Navas del Rey Brunete Pelayos Chapinería de la Presa Aldea del Fresno Mejorada Alcorcón Villaviciosa de Odón Leganés Móstoles MADRID del Campo Loeches Arganda del Rey Getafe Nuevo Baztán Villar del Olmo Pastrana Río Adaja P ÁVILA S Cervera de Buitrago El Berrueco La Cabrera Fuentelahiguera Bustarviejo de Albatages Torrelaguna Miraflores 603 de la Sierra Cabanillas VALCOTOS Navalafuente Emb. de E Villacastín El Vellón Soto NAVACERRADA Manzanares Yunquera El Molar del Real Brihuega el Real de Henares A-6 C Cercedilla San Agustín N -I Torija de Guadalix 320 El Espinar Navacerrada Colmenar Fuente el Saz Guadarrama Viejo San Lorenzo de Jarama A GUADALAJARA 607 de El Escorial Valdeolmos Collado N-II Peguerinos Algete San Sebastián Villalba M Cobeña Azuqueca Daganzo El Escorial Galapagar N-VI El Pardo de los Reyes de Henares de Arriba 320 Emb. de Las Matas Alcobendas Ajalvir Valmayor Las Rozas Robledo de Chavela Valdemorillo Sacedón H P Valdemaqueda Villanueva de la Cañada Majadahonda Torrejón Alcalá de Cebreros Pozuelo de Alarcón 110 403 SALAMANCA 97 km Si San Ildefonso o la Granja Hernansancho ra er Lozoya Rascafría Lozoyuela R Río Río P SEGOVIA ZARAGOZA 234 km Colmenar de la Sierra Horcajo de Montejo de la Sierra la Sierra u Buitrago G del Lozoya Gargantilla e Valdesotos d d Santa María la Real de Nieva L a sm Ere Arévalo m a 964 Highway Autopista Autovía Autovía National CarreteraRoad nacional «A» Ctra.Road Red básica 1er orden «B» Ctra.Road Red básica 2º orden Local Road Carretera local High A.V.E.Speed Train (AVE) Railway Ferrocarril Parador Parador Inn Hostería Shrine/Monastery Santuario-Monasterio Castle Castillo Monumento Monument Ruinas históricas Historic ruins Golf course Camping Camp site Aeropuerto Airport Deportes náuticos Water sports Estación Ski resortde esquí Patrimonio de la Site Humanidad World Heritage Orusco Fuenlabrada Cadalso de 403 Navalcarnero Perales Pinto San Martín los Vidrios Méntrida de Tajuña e de la Vega h Cenicientos Griñón Parla rc Almorox be Villarejo de Morata Al Valmojado Batres Salvanés de Tajuña Valdemoro Escalona N-V El Real de P N-III Ciempozuelos Chinchón Illescas San Vicente o í R Esquivias Fuentidueña Santa Cruz Villaconejos Camarena N-IV del Retamar Colmenar de Tajo Maqueda Emb. de Buendía Mondéjar Fuensalida Cazalegas Talavera de la Reina Aranjuez Añover de Tajo Torrijos 400 La Puebla de Montalbán R P TOLEDO Villatobas 301 0 10 20 30 Km do r Alcaudete de la Jara N Yepes ío go Emb. de Castrejón Tarancón Villarrubia de Santiago 400 Al San Bartolomé de las Abiertas Ocaña Castillejo Bargas El Carpio de Tajo de Oreja RÍO 401 1180 JO TA CUENCA 80 km BADAJOZ 285 km Río Gu ad a rr am a Sotillo de la Adrada Polán Layos Almonacid de Toledo La Guardia SEVILLA 459 km CARTOGRAFÍA: GCAR, S.L. Cardenal Silíceo, 35 Tel. 914167341 - 28002 MADRID - AÑO 1999 ALBACETE 151 km 42 Decorative Arts Museum 43 Military Museum 44 Royal Academy of the Spanish Language 45 Retiro Park 46 Crystal Palace 47 Velázquez Palace I tinerary 1 1 Plaza Mayor 2 Former Central Town Bakery 3 Former Butcher Shop 4 Santa Cruz Palace 5 San Miguel Market 6 Plaza de la Villa 7 Cisnero’s House 8 Lujan Palace and Tower 9 Las Carboneras Convent 10 Basilica of San Miguel 11 Archbishop’s Palace 12 Church of San Pedro el Viejo 13 Bishop’s Chapel 14 Chapel of San Isidro 15 Church of San Andrés 16 Cuchilleros archway I tinerary 5 48 Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum 49 Congress of Deputies (Parliament) 50 Lope de Vega’s House-Museum 51 Las Trinitarias Convent 52 Neptune Fountain 53 Prado Museum 54 Botanical Garden 55 Queen Sofia Art Center I tinerary 2 17 Teatro Real 18 La Encarnación Monastery 19 Senate 20 Marquis Grimaldi’s Palace 21 Las Reparadoras Convent 22 Las Descalzas Reales Monastery 23 Puerta del Sol 24 Former Post Office 25 Ministry of Finance 26 Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando 27 Las Calatravas Church 28 Church of San José 29 Fine Arts Circle I tinerary 6 56 Calle Gran Vía 57 Oratory of Caballero de Gracia 58 National Telephone Co. “Telefónica” 59 Church of San Marcos 60 Cerralbo Museum 61 Liria Palace 62 Conde Duque Headquarters I tinerary 7 63 Municipal Museum 64 Museum of the Romantic Period 65 Segovia Bridge I tinerary 3 30 Puerta de Toledo archway 31 Basilica of San Francisco el Grande 32 Duke of Uceda’s Palace 33 Royal Palace 34 La Almudena Cathedral Conventional signs i Tourist Information Office Post office Telephones I tinerary 4 H 35 Cibeles Fountain 36 Military Headquarters 37 Museum of the Americas 38 Main Post Office 39 Naval Museum 40 Bank of Spain 41 Puerta de Alcala gateway Hospital Petrol station P Parking Police Railway station Bus station Metro 48 Metro BURGOS 237 Km N-I COLMENAR VIEJO 31 Km 07 M-6 MADRID Valdelatas SAN SEBASTIÁN DE LOS REYES ALCOBENDAS Río Manza El Pardo Monte de El Pardo na M M- s 60 7 re Los Olivos -6 NI 05 M-40 ado Delg Vergara la de Príncipe del Calle Call e Parque de El Retiro de Moratalaz Vicálvaro Avda. l de Med iterr áne Valdebernardo o M -3 0 2 60 M- El Batán de . -V da N Av lá Alca M -4 0 Vía Pº S. 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