Discover this exciting city with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market Whether you plan to admire masterpieces in the Prado bar-crawl through the Rastro or watch a game at the Bernabeu this new edition of Pocket Rough Guide Madrid will show you the ideal places to sleep eat drink & shop along the way Inside Pocket Rough Guide Madrid- Independent trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour honesty & insight to help you get the most out of your visit- Full-colour maps & a free pull-out map
- navigate the backstreets of Madrid de los Asturias or work your way down monumental Gran Via without needing to get online- stunning inspirational image- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides' rundown of Madrid's best sights & experiences- Itineraries
- carefully planned days to help you organize your visit- Detailed city coverage
- whether ticking off the big sights or getting off the tourist trail this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way Areas covered include Madrid de los Asturias; Palacio Real; Opera; Rastro; Lavapies; Embajadores; Sol; Santa Ana; Huertas; Paseo del Arte; Retiro; Gran Via; Chueca; Malasana; Salamanca; Paseo de la Castellana; Plaza de Espana Attractions include Museo del Prado; Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza; Museo Reina Sofia; Palacio Real; Estadio Santiago Bernabeu; Real Fabrica de Tapices; the Retiro; Parque de Atracciones- Day-trips
- venture further afield to Toledo Segovia El Escorial Aranjuez or Chinchon- Accommodation
- the best places to stay to suit every budget- Essentials
- crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there local transport health tourist information festivals & events & more- Background information
- an easy-to-use chronology plus a handy language section & glossary Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with Pocket Rough Guide Madrid About Rough Guides Escape the everyday with Rough Guides We are a leading travel publisher known for our tell it like it is attitude up-to-date content & great writing Since 1982 we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe with an ever-growing series of ebooks a range of beautiful inspirational reference titles & an award-winning website We pride ourselves on our accurate honest & informed travel guides