Madrid (DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide)

A bustling yet intimate city, Madrid exudes culture and creativity in its world-class art galleries, atmospheric tapas bars, glorious gardens and historic plazas. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you’ll find your way around Madrid with absolute ease.

Our updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Madrid into helpful lists of ten – from our own selected highlights to the best museums and galleries, places to eat and shops. Our updated 2022 travel guide brings Madrid to life. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. 

Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid you will find:

- Nine easy-to-follow itineraries , perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week
- Detailed Top 10 lists of Madrid’s must-sees, including comprehensive descriptions of the Palacio Real, Museo Nacional del Prado, Plaza Mayor, Real Basílica de San Francisco el Grande, El Rastro, Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Parque del Retiro, Museo Arqueológico Nacional and El Escorial.
- Madrid’s most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing
- Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip – including family activities and things to do for free
- A laminated pull-out map of Madrid, plus seven full-color area maps
- Practical advice: for getting ready, getting around, and staying safe

Looking for more on Madrid’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Madrid and DK Eyewitness Spain.