Things to do in Madrid this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Madrid this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Madrid
Museo del Prado
CulturePaseo del Prado
Goya, Velázquez and Bosch — free 6–8pm weekdays.
Parque del Retiro
OutdoorsRetiro
Rowboats, the Crystal Palace, Sunday drum circles.
Mercado de San Miguel
Food & DrinkCentro
Wrought-iron market — jamón cones, oyster shots, vermouth.
Malasaña
NightlifeMalasaña
Vintage shops by day, dive bars and indie clubs til sunrise.
Sala Equis
NightlifeLa Latina
Former adult cinema turned cocktail bar — movies still play on the wall.
Where to eat
Sobrino de Botín
$$$Castilian · La Latina
World's oldest restaurant (1725) — roast suckling pig from the original wood oven.
Casa Lucio
$$$Spanish · La Latina
Huevos rotos institution; royalty and presidents have eaten here.
DiverXO
$$$$Contemporary · Chamartín
Dabiz Muñoz's three-Michelin-star circus — book months out.
Bar Tomate
$$$Mediterranean · Chamberí
Always-packed neighbourhood favourite for late lunch and gin tonics.
Live & on stage
Mad Cool
IFEMA · Jul 10–12 · Festival
Noches del Botánico
Real Jardín Botánico · Jun – Jul · Mixed
Sala El Sol
Centro · Year-round · Indie / Rock
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Museo del Prado, Parque del Retiro, Mercado de San Miguel. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.