Madrid Fall, Flowers, Historic Buildings, People + Theme Parks Pictures

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Maze-like hedges, marble sculptures and colorful flower beds adorn this historic royal garden, where the palace’s stables and carriages once lay.

Ponds, sculptures and slides grace the leafy park near this long and innovative two-part bridge that doesn’t quite meet in the middle. 

See the majestic gate that was once Madrid’s eastern entrance but is today a symbol of the Spanish metropolis.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.

Get yourself a ticket to a fight or take a tour of Spain’s most important bullfighting ring.


The youngest of Madrid’s monumental gateways is a celebration of the worldwide influence of the Spanish monarchy and the nation’s military successes.

With a 16th-century Gothic choir, a mesmerizing painting by Goya and the largest dome in Spain, this opulent basilica is a fine showpiece for King Carlos III.

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.

Take the children to have fun at multiple playgrounds, relax beneath the summer sun at waterside lawns and attend contemporary visual and performing arts events. 

Check out the exhibits on art, music and poetry at this former power station, now a futuristic hub of innovation and art. 

Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.

Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

Contemporary fashion, gourmet cuisine, fine art and upscale residential living await discovery in one of Madrid’s most stylish neighborhoods.

Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.

Marvel at the unlikely spectacle of an ancient Egyptian temple in Madrid. This striking landmark has survived thousands of years and traveled thousands of miles.  

Marvel at the unlikely spectacle of an ancient Egyptian temple in Madrid. This striking landmark has survived thousands of years and traveled thousands of miles.  

Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.

Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture. 

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.