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Salamanca District

The Salamanca district located in the northeast center of Madrid features exclusive shops of high scale quality and the items on sale vary from fur, jewelry and designer clothes to furniture. The key streets include Calle de Serrano and Calle de Velazquez that are lined with upscale stores including Carrefour and El Tormes Shopping centre.

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Salamanca District Madrid
Salamanca District Madrid

The Salamanca district  located in the northeast center of Madrid features exclusive shops of high scale quality and the items on sale vary from  fur, jewelry and designer clothes to furniture. The key streets include Calle de Serrano and Calle de Velazquez that are lined with upscale stores including Carrefour and El Tormes Shopping centre.

Timings:

Monday to Saturday 9.am - 2pm, 6pm to 8pm.

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El Corte Ingles

Plaza

Considered the main chain of departmental stores, one may find a large assortment of Spanish handicrafts and souvenirs for about the third of the price of other European cities.

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Galeri­a de Arte del Lubre

Market

It is housed in a mid 19th century building shopping area and stocks plenty of souvenir and antique items ranging from paintings and carpets to ceramics, etc.

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El Rastro

Market

Though the shops open everyday, the Sunday Bazaar is an experience not to be missed. From market stalls, street vendors and plenty of shops, the choice is endless. The crowd is huge so be vary of pick pocketing. The variety of stuff available here ranges from arts and crafts items, clothing, antiques, second hand goods, books, computing and electrical goods. Bargaining at the stall is another feature of the market, so best prices can be obtained through haggling.

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ABC Serrano

Market

One of the most upmarket malls in Madrid, housed within the old ABC newspaper premises. A shopping spree to this market unfolds branded fashion ware, gifts, house ware, cosmetics, art items and other accessories. You will find here no less than 85 boutiques spread across acres of stylish landscaped land.

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Madrid Majadahonda Market

Market

A market for everyone and everything. Moderately priced, it offers a variety of items to suit many pockets. Known as the second largest market in Madrid, it offers something for everyone and the prices are such that no one goes home empty handed.

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Mercado Puerta de Toledo

Market

With its vast collection of 14 shops, one finds here a plethora of collectable items, one of the finest in quality brass and ceramic works.

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What to do with children in town

Activity

Aquopolis - If you and your children enjoy having some water related fun, then Madrid's two water theme parks are the place to go. Here you will find all the different rides that make water parks so much fun. One of the parks is located in San Fernando de Henares, 15 km (10 miles) from Madrid. The other is in Villanueva de la Canada, a 35 km drive (20 miles) from Madrid.

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Museo Arqueologico Nacional

Museum

Another historical feast for the visitors that unfolds pieces from the royal collection belonging to prehistoric times, Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome and Mudejar Spain. As of the year 2008, the building is under reconstruction hence only highlights from the collection are being shown.

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Centro de Arte Reina Sofi­a

Museum

This museum unfolds the very best in historical art and modern contemporary work. The works on display usually range from the 20th century up to the 1980s. The most famous is Picasso's Guernica, with plenty more on display.

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The Center

road

This forms the traditional sphere of the city with plenty of attractions awaiting the visitors. It features churches, historical landmarks, museums and many more. Madrid's majestic spirit is most evident at Plaza Mayor, the town square designed in 1619 by Juan Gomez de Mora. A must visit for travelers; it is a vast expanse with iconic structures and plenty of entertainment at hand. Located in the east of the Plaza Mayor, the semicircular way is famous for its variety of shops and cafes. Known to be one of the busiest places in the city, it often experiences throngs of visitors who come here for a feel of history. The Sol features the Capital building of the community of Madrid. The giant neon Ti­o Pepe post over the plaza is a famous icon of this site. New Year celebrations usually herald from this point. Gran Vi­a forms the city's main street offering an array of cinemas, department stores, banks and corporations. It winds up at the Plaza de Espana, where bronze figures of Don Quixote and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza, are displayed.

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Galeri­a Moriarty

Gallery

Another iconic gallery with a variety of artistic work on display. Ideal for art fans in particular and general visitors alike. It provides a glimpse into today's most modern and contemporary art pieces from the local and international market.

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Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza

Gallery

A hot favorite among the art aficionados, this art gallery showcases the works of predominantly European art. With works of big painters and artists including Monet, Sisley, Renoir, Constable and Van Gogh on display, the gallery offers an interesting peak into the many colors of modern and traditional art.

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El Rastro Market

Market

This colourful Sunday flea market is a must visit for its variety of items including souvenirs and bargain priced treasures. The ambiance is full of vibrant, local charm and has a lot to offer visitors in terms of eating and shopping. The real flavor of Madrid unfolds here.

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Museo del Prado

Gallery

It came under transformation in 1819 from a historical museum to an art gallery that carries acclaimed work of over 7000 varieties. The most interesting collections are the 17th and 18th century Spanish paintings featuring the likes of Velazquez, Goya and Ribera. It unfolds an artistic vision for visitors and is termed as a must-see place.

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Parque del Buen Retiro

Garden

This outdoor retreat is ideal for the young and old who would like to experience and marvel at the beauty of outdoor gardens. With marbled monuments, beautiful landscaped gardens and elegantly designed buildings with plenty of greenery; it has its unique flavor that is unleashed on weekends.

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El Corral de la Moreria

The oldest Flamenco restaurant, it was inaugurated in 1957. Visitors have a choice of choosing a variety of menus in prices ranging from 43 Euros to 99 Euros, the show included.

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Zalacain Restaurant

Caters to the rich and famous of Madrid; consequently, there is a great emphasis laid on the cutlery and glassware. The food offered is traditional but cooked to extremely high standards.

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Jockey Restaurant

This restaurant has catered to the elite not only of Spain but some of the most important visitors to the Spanish capital for over 40 years. The menu exhibits qualities of both French and Spanish influences. And although you might find the food to be conventional, the extremely efficient service will make you feel pampered.

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Suntory

This restaurant is for the Japanese food aficionado who is willing to pay the price as well. The interior does its utmost to transport you to Japan, having been done in true Japanese minimalist style. And although it is usually full of large tour groups, it exudes calmness peculiar to the Japanese. Portions are also meagre but the luxurious ambiance is something to experience.

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Horcher

This restaurant has over the years become a specialist in serving central European dishes to the upper middle class. When there don't forget to try the Roast Pheasant and a variety of Austrian desserts.

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Tse Yang

The most exclusive and luxurious Chinese restaurant in Madrid, it is located in Hotel Villamagna. You will definitely want to try the lacquered duck which is the house specialty. Also ask the waiter to help you out with what to order, as there are items on the menu which are not generally offered by most Chinese restaurants.

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Al Norte

Located near one of the oldest churches in the city in the colonnade of a bland building you will find this restaurant offering the best in Spanish cuisine. Actually it specializes in Asturian and Galician dishes, so look out for a variety of soups, stews, meats and salads.

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Oam Thong Restaurant

Rated as one of the best Asian restaurants in Madrid, this is the place to go if you are one for authentic Thai food. You will be able to select from an array of no less than 20 authentic curries. Everything here is authentic Thai, and the restaurant lays no aspirations to Europeanize itself. The location in the centre of Madrid is also ideal.

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Dantxari Restaurant

What is a trip to Spain without tasting authentic Basque food. And this is the place to go where you can savor traditional Basque food such as the whole bread ice cream which consists of brown bread and brown sugar accompanied by coffee cream. And when there don't forget to try authentic Basque grilled meats, stews, and delectable fish.

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Annapurna

For those who want to have a taste of home while in Madrid, this elegantly decorated Indian restaurant is the place to be. For love birds it offers the best possibility of a night out. You will be able to savor a variety of tandoori dishes accompanied with rice. Also it is one of the few Indian restaurants in Spain.