Spain is a gorgeous country with stunning weather, breathtaking architecture, and delicious food - there is so much to see and do in Madrid that it can be overwhelming to decide. Once you've begun your internship in Spain's capital, you might wonder what to do in Madrid during your evenings and weekends, considering there's so much to experience.
You'll find plenty to do in Madrid when there aren't any activities hosted by The Intern Group for you to attend. Each of these places to go in Madrid will help you feel like a local and help you explore this dynamic and energetic city in a new way.
1. Visit the Museo Nacional del Prado
The Museo del Prado is one of Madrid's most well-known attractions, attracting over 3 million visitors annually. This stunning art museum displays European artworks dating from the 12th century to the early 20th century and includes works from renowned artists like Rubens, Velázquez, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, and more. You'll be mesmerized for hours as you admire elegant paintings, drawings, and sculptures.
2. Have a drink at the Hotel Montera rooftop bar
What better way to take in the sights of Madrid from the top of one of the most glamorous hotels in Madrid? The Hotel Montera's rooftop cocktail bar is famous across Madrid and boasts stunning views of Madrid's skyline wherever you decide to sit. You can sip on bold and authentic cocktails made by master mixologists and eat tapas as you watch Madrid's nightlife come alive.
3. Take a walk through El Capricho Park
This romantic park was commissioned by the Duchess of Osuna and exudes beautiful eighteenth-century design in the Spanish and English Romantic styles. The charming park features a relaxing lake, a maze, a temple to Bacchus, and a hermit's house. It's known as one of the most beautiful parks in Madrid and will be the perfect place for you to relax after work or enjoy a little picnic.
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4. Experience the impossible at the Museum of Illusions
This entertaining museum is sure to make you feel like a kid again! Filled with mind-bending exhibitions that play with perspective, vision, and the human brain, this magical museum features plenty of unique photo opportunities. It's a great way to spend an hour or two doing something a little different during the downtime of your internship. It may even make you see the world a little differently!
5. See a flamenco show
The Corral de la Morería is the best place to see traditional and authentic nightly flamenco performances in Madrid. It also has a restaurant, so you can enjoy haute cuisine at the same time. The Corral de la Morería is a popular location for celebrities too - Natalie Portman, Hugh Grant, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Aniston, Nicole Kidman, and Harrison Ford have all visited and soaked up the atmosphere here during their trips to Madrid.
6. Browse second-hand books
Claudio Moyano Street, also known as Cuesta de Moyano, is one of Madrid's most famous streets and has long been a meeting place for writers, poets, and intellects. It is often full of stalls with people selling second-hand books by the Royal Botanical Garden of Madrid. It's the perfect street for book lovers to walk down on a sunny morning, picking up your next favorite read. As you reach the end of the street, you'll find Retiro Park where you settle down to read your new purchase.
Want to do these things in Madrid yourself? Apply now for an internship and expand your horizons!