5-Day Spain weekend getaway in Madrid

Your exciting weekend getaway in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Madrid, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Madrid has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Spain. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Madrid to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable plaza de España. This attraction is a spectacular square with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 98,199 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Madrid, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Salmon Guru. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Madrid is Coque. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, El Social. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 944 customers.

A weekend getaway in Spain isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Madrid. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is El miniBAR, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,297 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Areia. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

Locals also enjoy James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,124 customers, an after-dinner drink at James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in Spain!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Madrid. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Madrid!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Main Square. This outstanding square and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from 152,388 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Main Square is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Market of San Miguel. Approximately 106,296 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing royal palace, Royal Palace of Madrid. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 77,471 visitors.

The top-rated Temple of Debod, an outstanding square, is one place you should visit while in Madrid considering its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 44,446 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Casa de Campo. This popular site is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by around 50,826 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Spain. Check out all the tours Madrid offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Spain can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Madrid.

BiBo Dani García offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Madrid is the popular El Jardín Secreto Madrid. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,058 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Pum Pum Café. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,614 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit 1862 Dry Bar. One of the best bars in the city, 1862 Dry Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,987 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, La Cuchara is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,244 bar-goers.

Taberna del Alabardero de Madrid is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Madrid. Taberna del Alabardero de Madrid has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,525 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Madrid. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Spain!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll get to know more about Madrid and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Madrid by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Museo del Prado. This attraction is a fascinating art museum that receives around 3,497,345 visitors every year.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. This attraction is a magnificent art museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,846 travelers. Approximately 671,078 people come to this popular place of interest every year to enjoy a unique experience in Madrid.

Madrid is also the home of the amazing Puerta de Alcalá. This fascinating triumphal arch and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 43,833 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous association football venue in the area, the wonderful Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 120,158, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Madrid is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Spain, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Madrid's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Madrid. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Corral de la Morería, one of the most recommended restaurants in Madrid. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,011 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out La Mi Venta. Around 2,658 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,017 customers, Malacatín is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Spain. One of the best bars in the city is Baton Rouge Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Madrid, we recommend the cocktails at Harvey's Cocktail Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Madrid is Restaurante El Espigón Madrid. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Madrid. Toast to another amazing day in Spain!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Madrid. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Madrid!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Las Ventas. This outstanding bullring and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.4 stars out of 5 from 29,501 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Las Ventas is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Great Pond of El Retiro. Approximately 22,242 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing urban park, El Retiro Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 162,386 visitors.

The top-rated Crystal Palace, an outstanding bullring, is one place you should visit while in Madrid considering its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,270 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. This popular site is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by around 46,855 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Spain. Check out all the tours Madrid offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Spain can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Madrid.

Restaurante De María - Felíx Boix offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Madrid is the popular JUNGLEKING - International Food & XL Brunch in Madrid. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,533 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out La Bien Aparecida. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,473 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Cafe Madrid. One of the best bars in the city, Cafe Madrid has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 662 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Inclán Brutal Bar is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,713 bar-goers.

Taberna El Sur is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Madrid. Taberna El Sur has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,959 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Madrid. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Spain!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Spain is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Madrid. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Spain.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Spain, the popular Western Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Madrid.

You’ll then say farewell to Spain and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Spain!