Right next to the Palacio Real, this lovely garden is a nice spot to stop for a shaded walk. It's…read morenot nearly as nice as the Buen Retiro Park, but there are benches and shade and a nice view of one side of the Palacio. If steep stone stairs aren't your thing, there is an entrance a little further along that does not involve any stairs.

Worth a Short Stroll…read more Since you are going to visiting Palacio Real and Campo del Moro, it is very likely you'll be passing though or near here. Be sure to take some time to enjoy this beautiful space.

I stumbled across this largely by accident as I had arrived from my day trip to Toledo earlier than…read moreoriginally planned and still had the urge to explore something new. Unlike Retiro Park and other spots, this is one more partaken by the locals of Madrid rather than the tourists like me. Because of the heat, I didn't really explore the area in full. However, it's serene and blissful in the midst of a bustling metro. It's quite the way to escape from the madness. Fortunately there is easy metro access here so it isn't hard to reach.

The decision to place one of Madrid's highways underground provided an unprecedented opportunity to…read morelocate the city of Madrid within its surroundings, achieving a greater environmental biodiversity and a city that is greener, more habitable and sustainable.

Las Cruces is a green oasis in the heart of southern Madrid. Trees abound and its myriad paths lead…read moreyou to plazas with fountains, soccer fields, and quiet lawns that can help you forget you are in a large European city. It can be a little dangerous at night but during the day it is relatively safe and full of local families. It's popular amongst cyclists as it forms part of the Anillo Verde de Madrid (the "green circle" bike path that circumscribes the city.) Deep in the park is an amphitheater that looks out over an artificial lake. There is also a little chiringuito (small bar with a big patio) that makes one of the best frituras I have ever had and is a cool place to hang out on summer nights. Also, the park hosts a very healthy urban ecosystem of plants and animals. There are several exotic species of birds including beautiful green parrots that remind me of Telegraph Hill in San Francisco. Rumor has it that a pet store lost a shipment of parrots and they made the park their home; however, my guess is that they are likely an invasive species from Northern Africa. To get there take the RENFE or Metro to Aluche.

Fun place for a full day hangout with friends. They have some really cool and dangerous rides. Good…read moreparks to sit and relax. Adult rides are real crazy and scary. With too many people in weekends it can be overcrowded as it is not very big. Open till 12pm and very close to metro is a good thing. I would go again sometime.

Attraction Park fro. Madrid was cute and affordable…read more The admission was only 36 dollars which is nothing compare to the prices of California theme parks. The food and snacks are the theme park was delicious and very affordable anywhere from 2-9 euros. The theme of the park was adorable with the nickolean section for the kids. Took many pictures here Park was clean and the lines were not long the day I went which was a Tuesday. Park closes at 8pm pretty early. A must see theme park for the uniqueness and affordable and cleanliness and friendly staff.

The park is lovely! It has a nearby Zoo (Zoo Aquarium de Madrid), Amusement park (Parques…read moreReunidos), and the Madrid Arena. There are plenty of running and biking routes, and lots of nature to explore. The best part is the Lago de la Casa de Campo, which has several restaurants nearby. The restaurants are overpriced, but still worthwhile for the relaxing outdoor terrace along the lake. There are three metro stops near by - one by the lake (Lago), Batán, and Casa de Campo, but all are on the periphery of the park, so expect a long walk. You can call a taxi, but there are none waiting in the park. While in the park, be sure to check out the Teleférico de Madrid, which is a good value at less than €5 for the 15 minute one-way trip, and just over €5 for the 30-minute round trip. The above-ground cable car runs from the middle of Casa de Campo to the Rosaleda de Madrid park near Argüelles.