Capital of Spain

Madrid
Where Islamic fort became the capital of Spain

The only European capital founded by Muslims — Madrid's story runs from the Umayyad fortress of Majrit to the vibrant, cosmopolitan heart of Spain today.

ToursFoodStayCultureNightlife
3.3M
City population
9th
Century Muslim foundation
60+
Museums
Bookable Experiences

Top experiences in Madrid

Curated tours, workshops, and day trips — book directly with local providers. Every booking supports the local economy.

Islamic Madrid: From Mayrit to CapitalBest Seller

Islamic Madrid: From Mayrit to Capital

3 hours4.7
€45
Prado Museum Guided TourArt

Prado Museum Guided Tour

2.5 hours4.8
€55
Madrid Tapas & History WalkFood

Madrid Tapas & History Walk

4 hours4.6
€65
Toledo Day Trip from MadridDay Trip

Toledo Day Trip from Madrid

Full day4.5
€85
What's On

Events in Madrid

From festivals to exhibitions, concerts to markets.

What's On

Events in Madrid

From festivals to exhibitions, concerts to markets — never miss what's happening.

15
May

San Isidro Festival

City-wideAll Week

Madrid's patron saint festival. Concerts, processions, traditional chulapos, and vermouth in the streets of the capital.

Festival
2
May

Dos de Mayo Uprising Commemoration

Plaza Dos de MayoAll Day

Madrid remembers the 1808 uprising against Napoleon. Reenactments, patriotic events, and community celebrations.

Culture
Dec
Variable

Christmas Lights & Markets

Plaza Mayor & City CentreEvenings

Madrid's spectacular Christmas lights, the Plaza Mayor Christmas market, and the giant tree at Puerta del Sol.

Festival
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Studio

Skills

Learn the crafts and knowledge that shaped Al-Andalus.

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Practice

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Coop

Collaborative projects and community initiatives.

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