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madrid

Madrid’s a staple for abroad students—and it lives up to the hype. The nightlife hits hard, the architecture’s unreal, and San Miguel Market is an all-time food spot. You’ll spend your days wandering palaces and plazas, then stay out way too late without even meaning to.
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Living
Nightlife
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Activities

FLAMENCO SHOW

Great evening event if you want a chill night. Recommend the tapas tour option.
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RETIRO PARK

Best park in Madrid. You can take the boat out on the water.
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Toledo City Tour & Winery Experience from Madrid

If you are on an extended trip or study in Madrid, make time for this Toledo Wine tour. Open link on computer for more info.
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WINE AND TAPAS TOUR

Great private tour. Good for groups of 12 or less.
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Paella and Sangria Workshop

Cultural experience along with cooking class. You explore the markets for ingredients first!
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Atlético MADRID STADIUM TOUR

If you don't have time for a game, definitely do the stadium tour!
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Real Madrid Stadium Tour

If you don't have time for a game, definitely do the stadium tour!
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Pub Crawl

Famous Pub Crawl. Amazing way to meet people and have a great night out!
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Attractions

Almudena Cathedral

Beautiful Catholic Cathedral
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RETIRO PARK

Best park in Madrid. You can take the boat out on the water.
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PLAZA MAYOR

Great square right near the best market ever! Look out for a funny Spiderman and awesome street dancers.
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ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID

Was the official residence of the Spanish royal family. The line to buy a ticket is sometimes really long.
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Gran Via

Main shopping area and great area for lunch.
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Prado Museum

One piece of the "Golden Triangle" of art in Madrid. There is not time for three art museums so we recommend this one as the best! The other two are Reina Sofia and Thyssen.
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Temple Debod

A 2nd-century Egyptian temple donated to Spain following the construction of the great Aswan Dam. Great spot to come to at night before dinner.
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Shopping

Gran Via

Main street with Zara, H&M and other similar stores.
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Funecarral

Long street that has a bunch fo classic stores and jewelry shops.
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Off Fuencaral

Good spots in the area: Calle de Velarde, calle del espiritu santo, and calle de la corredera alta de san pablo.
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Recoletos/Castellana

Another great area to walk around. Also has a great mall.
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PdPaola

Best Jewelry store in Madrid. Has a wide range of options.
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Wow concept

Ton of cool shoes like Adidas and new balance. Also had brands like Sporty and Rich. Sick bathing suits as well. Must go to!
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American Vintage

Expensive but incredible store. "BEST SWEATERS EVER"
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Breakfast & Lunch
Dinner

Breakfast

Mercado San Miguel

Best food market ever! Lobster roll, chocolate covered strawberries, burgers, and everything in between are so good!
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Café de la luz

Nice sofa area. Good for a snack or quick breakfast.
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BRUNCHIT

Chain brunch spot. Very reliable.
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FEDERAL Café

Eggs Benedict slap!! Quick service.
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Mazál BAGEL

Fresh homemade baked bagels everyday.
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OAKBERRY

Healthy Acai Bowls. Creamy and well presented bowls.
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Billy Brunch

Great spot to do work. Has a night outside area and amazing avocado toast.
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ZENITH

All day brunch with a very long, unique menu.
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La Rollerie

The menu offers a variety of both sweet and savory food items and all are freshly made with fresh and seasonal ingredients.
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La DesayunerĂ­a

Chain brunch. Really yummy sandwiches.
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Dinner

BAKAN

Very good ceviche, carnitine tacos, cochineal tacos, loaded rib and extraordinary prawns.
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BAR TOMATE

Top Tier Sharing plates, wood-fired pizzas & meat dishes.
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BEL MONDO

Italian restaurant so good. Please get the desserts!!
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BOTIN

It is a little pricey but the food is delicious and the wine list is great.
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Nômâda

Good quality food. Nice service. They give you the bill before finishing. You have an hour and a half, and they make sure you leave in that hour and a half.
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PINK MONKEY

Southeast Asian dishes with a Latin twist.
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QUINTIN

Inventive Mediterranean food, plus breakfast, cocktails & a deli, in a revamped grocery store.
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ROBATA SUSHI

Most abroad students favorite sushi spot.
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SLVJ

Everything on the menu slaps. Turns into a cool night vibe if you eat here late.
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STEAKBURGER

"The best hamburger in Madrid"
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TEN CON TEN

Trendy cocktail bar-cum-restaurant serving popular Spanish dishes & modern takes on tapas plates.
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VIRA VIRA

The gyros at this place are exceptional. Service is also grade A.
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Tatel

Upscale restaurant & bar with a vintage club vibe offering an eclectic Spanish menu & live music.
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Numa Pompilio

Italian restaurant with a heated courtyard and a long menu of pasta, fish & meat dishes.
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Akiro

Handrolls with crunchy seaweed, fresh fish and mind-blowing sauces.
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Circolo Popolare

Mid Pizza but great Italian. Desserts are also great!
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Sala De Despiece

Tapas in a buzzy bar styled like a market butcher shop, with bench & counter seating.
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Must Do Activities
Best Eats
Best Clubs

Must Do Activities

RETIRO PARK

Best park in Madrid. You can take the boat out on the water.
Info

Toledo City Tour & Winery Experience from Madrid

If you are on an extended trip or study in Madrid, make time for this Toledo Wine tour. Open link on computer for more info.
Book Now

WINE AND TAPAS TOUR

Great private tour. Good for groups of 12 or less.
Book Now

Mercado San Miguel

Best food market ever! Lobster roll, chocolate covered strawberries, burgers, and everything in between are so good!
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Atlético MADRID STADIUM TOUR

If you don't have time for a game, definitely do the stadium tour!
Book Now

Best Eats

FEDERAL Café

Eggs Benedict slap!! Quick service.
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VIRA VIRA

The gyros at this place are exceptional. Service is also grade A.
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TEN CON TEN

Trendy cocktail bar-cum-restaurant serving popular Spanish dishes & modern takes on tapas plates.
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Best Clubs

Shoko: Fucking Monday

Best club on Mondays! We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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KAPITAL

Huge club with so many floors. Definitely a weekend spot.
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ICON

Top club in Madrid. We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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Hotels / Hostels

Airbnb

MyHouseSpain

Spectacular luxury penthouse in the middle of downtown Madrid, newly renovated with a lot of love and design, with a large terrace. Book at least two weeks in advance.
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Heart of Gran VĂ­a

Brand new home that stands out for being on Calle Gran VĂ­a. The apartment is completely new, and with every luxury of details.
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Hotels / Hostels

THE HAT MADRID

Cheapest option. In Plaza Mayor. Price range $40-$70
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LATROUPE PRADO

Another really cheap option. Mediocre living situation. Price range $50-$80
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THE GENERATOR HOSTEL

Great hostel vibes. Has a roof-top terrace with a bar and 2 hot tubs. Price range $60-$100
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H10 HOTEL Puerta de Alcalá

Located in Salamanca district, the city's financial hub, and close from the most select boutiques. Price range $150-$180.
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INNSIDE

Located next to the Commercial and Cultural Centre with Views of Gran VĂ­a. Price range $150-$180.
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ALOFT MADRID

Really nice hotel with sick views in a perfect location. Price range $220-$250
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Bars
Clubs

Bars

CALLE 365

Stylish nightspot with good tacos and cocktails.
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DUBLINERS BAR

A great Irish pub in a cool location.
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ESPIT CHUPITOS

Get any shot that lights on fire. Such a fun experience.
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MAUZ

Chill bar with expensive, but delicious cocktails.
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Ojalá BEACH

Good brunch spot but even better post dinner drinks.
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RIU ROOFTOP

Panoramic views over the city are unmatched.
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SALMON GURU BAR

Unique decor and fun drinks!
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TUPPERWARE

A dark little bar with fantastic wall art and a great collection of 60s and 70s memorabilia.
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Clubs

Shoko: Fucking Monday

Best club on Mondays! We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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ICON

Top club in Madrid. We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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KAPITAL

Huge club with so many floors. Definitely a weekend spot.
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Fitz/Utopia

We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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ISTAR

Star is an upscale night club known for its Afro House beats. Big abroad spot on Tuesday or Wednesday.
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Malasaña

Great club for Wednesday and Thursday nights.
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BarcelĂł Theatre

All kinds of music. Good switch up from the classic clubs. Insane vibes.
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Waves Experience

We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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Fabric

We work closely with the promoters and clubs to make sure you are taken care of when it gets overwhelming. Reach out for help!
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