Discover this exciting city with the most incisive and 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 Bernabéu,
this new edition of Pocket Rough Guide Madrid will show you the ideal
places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way. Inside Pocket
Rough Guide Madrid - Independent, trusted reviews written in
Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help
you get the most out of your visit. - Full-colour maps and a free
pull-out map - navigate the backstreets of Madrid de los Asturias or
work your way down monumental Gran Vía without needing to get online. -
Stunning, inspirational image. - Things not to miss - Rough
Guides' rundown of Madrid's best sights and 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; Ópera; Rastro; Lavapiés;
Embajadores; Sol; Santa Ana; Huertas; Paseo del Arte; Retiro; Gran Vía;
Chueca; Malasaña; Salamanca; Paseo de la Castellana; Plaza de España.
Attractions include: Museo del Prado; Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza; Museo
Reina Sofía; Palacio Real; Estadio Santiago Bernabéu; Real Fábrica de
Tapices; the Retiro; Parque de Atracciones. - Day-trips - venture
further afield to Toledo, Segovia, El Escorial, Aranjuez or Chinchón. -
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
and events, and more. - Background information - an easy-to-use
chronology, plus a handy language section and glossary. Make the Most of
Your Time on Earth with Pocket Rough Guide Madrid About Rough
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