{"id":13635,"date":"2025-04-28T11:31:59","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T09:31:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/?p=13635"},"modified":"2026-09-28T19:27:05","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T17:27:05","slug":"one-day-in-madrid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/","title":{"rendered":"One day in Madrid: Complete itinerary to explore the city&#8217;s highlights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only one day in Madrid to soak up its true essence? Don\u2019t worry! We\u2019ve crafted the perfect itinerary to explore the best of the city in one day \u2014 blending history, culture, and leisurely strolls without feeling rushed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to kick off your visit in the best possible way, we recommend booking this <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/6SzGKnPP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>walking tour<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> of Madrid. You&#8217;ll hear fun facts, local legends, and get oriented in the historic center \u2014 a perfect way to start exploring the Spanish capital!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We want you to enjoy an authentic experience, get a first unforgettable taste of the city\u2026 and leave already dreaming of coming back to discover everything else Madrid has to offer!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put on your comfiest shoes\u2026 and join us on this adventure through Madrid in 1 day!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f9d40d7e gb-headline-text\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Staying more than one day in the capital?<\/strong> Don\u2019t miss our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/2-days-in-madrid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">full itinerary for Madrid in 2 days<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>, packed with even more sights, activities, and must-see spots. <strong>And if you\u2019ve got extra time<\/strong>, check out our guide on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/what-to-do-in-madrid-for-3-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">what to do in Madrid in 3 days<\/mark><\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8e93e1ce\">\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b0234c04 gb-headline-text\">\ud83d\ude97 <strong>Conquer Madrid and Beyond!<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-122b43e3 gb-headline-text\">Go where the metro can\u2019t and uncover hidden gems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-551adf1d gb-headline-text\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain\/madrid\/mad?a_aid=glutendtrotters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">Book your car now<\/mark><\/a><\/strong> and make every mile count!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#Morning_Discover_the_most_historic_side_of_Madrid\" >Morning: Discover the most historic side of Madrid<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#1_Puerta_del_Sol\" >1. Puerta del Sol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#2_Plaza_Mayor\" >2. Plaza Mayor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#3_San_Miguel_Market\" >3. San Miguel Market<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#Midday_monuments_views_and_urban_art\" >Midday: monuments, views, and urban art<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#4_Royal_Palace_and_Almudena_Cathedral\" >4. Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#5_Temple_of_Debod\" >5. Temple of Debod<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#6_Gran_Via\" >6. Gran V\u00eda<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#Afternoon_unwind_in_the_parks_and_enjoy_elegant_shopping\" >Afternoon: unwind in the parks and enjoy elegant shopping<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#7_Plaza_de_Cibeles\" >7. Plaza de Cibeles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#8_Puerta_de_Alcala\" >8. Puerta de Alcal\u00e1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#9_El_Retiro_Park\" >9. El Retiro Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#10_Salamanca_District_and_Serrano_Street\" >10. Salamanca District and Serrano Street<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/one-day-in-madrid\/#Map_of_One_day_in_Madrid\" >Map of One day in Madrid<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Morning_Discover_the_most_historic_side_of_Madrid\"><\/span><strong>Morning: Discover the most historic side of Madrid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Puerta_del_Sol\"><\/span><b>1. Puerta del Sol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Puerta del Sol is one of the most iconic places in Madrid and truly the heart of the city.<\/strong><br>Here you&#8217;ll find the famous <em>Kil\u00f3metro Cero<\/em>, the point from which all of Spain\u2019s radial roads begin, and the popular statue of the <em>Bear and the Strawberry Tree<\/em>, the official symbol of the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Don\u2019t forget to stop by the Casa de Correos<\/strong>, now the seat of the regional government. It\u2019s famous for its clock, which marks the traditional New Year\u2019s Eve countdown every December 31st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Haven\u2019t had breakfast yet?<\/strong> Then it\u2019s the perfect time to stop by <a href=\"https:\/\/chocolateriasangines.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>Chocolater\u00eda San Gin\u00e9s<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, where you can enjoy a delicious hot chocolate with gluten-free churros \u2014 a true Madrid classic!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7b7d5f3f gb-headline-text\"><strong>Also read:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/madrid-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\">gluten-free restaurants in Madrid<\/mark><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-b4ea81f5\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol.avif 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-b4ea81f5\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Puerta del Sol en Madrid\" title=\"Puerta del Sol\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-del-Sol.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1ac6ffff gb-headline-text\">Puerta del Sol \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Plaza_Mayor\"><\/span><b>2. Plaza Mayor<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very close to Puerta del Sol you&#8217;ll find <strong>Plaza Mayor<\/strong>, another must-see classic in Madrid. This rectangular square, surrounded by arcades and historic buildings, was for centuries the epicenter of markets, popular festivals, and even bullfights.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, <strong>Plaza Mayor<\/strong> stands as one of the most photogenic and historically rich spots in Madrid. Before leaving, don\u2019t forget to check out the <strong>equestrian statue of Philip III<\/strong>, proudly standing at the center of the square \u2014 a true symbol of this iconic location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-2d1c47b4\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid.avif 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-2d1c47b4\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Plaza Mayor de Madrid\" title=\"Plaza Mayor de Madrid\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Plaza-Mayor-de-Madrid.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b129618a gb-headline-text\">Plaza Mayor de Madrid \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_San_Miguel_Market\"><\/span><b>3. San Miguel<\/b> <strong>Market<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just a few steps from Plaza Mayor, you\u2019ll find the <strong>San Miguel Market<\/strong> \u2014 one of the most famous and vibrant gastronomic spaces in Madrid. This historic iron-and-glass building is a must-see for food lovers, offering everything from tapas and gourmet products to traditional Spanish delicacies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you&#8217;re short on time, it\u2019s well worth stepping inside and soaking up the buzz, colors, and aromas that fill this unique corner of Madrid. A truly delicious stop for all the senses!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-9362c03d\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel.avif 1638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel.webp 1638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-9362c03d\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Mercado de San Miguel en Madrid\" title=\"Mercado del San Miguel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mercado-del-San-Miguel.webp 1638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4beef26c gb-headline-text\">Mercado de San Miguel \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-42701b48 gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Midday_monuments_views_and_urban_art\"><\/span><strong>Midday: monuments, views, and urban art<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Royal_Palace_and_Almudena_Cathedral\"><\/span><b>4. Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Continue your morning with a visit to the majestic <strong>Royal Palace of Madrid<\/strong>, one of the largest palaces in Western Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although it is no longer the official residence of the Spanish royal family, it still hosts important state ceremonies and official receptions. Its monumental architecture and the beautiful surroundings are sure to leave you speechless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-92d9c46e gb-headline-text\">We recommend booking your <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/qwBlQBnG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>Royal Palace tickets<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> in advance to skip the lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just opposite the Royal Palace stands <strong>the Almudena Cathedral<\/strong>, devoted to the patron saint of Madrid. Its modern interior design and stunning neo-Romanesque crypt make it a hidden treasure that definitely deserves a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feeling hungry? Just a short walk from here you&#8217;ll find the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/casalucio.es\/es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\"><strong>Casa Lucio restaurant<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>, renowned for its signature <em>huevos rotos<\/em> (broken eggs). However, <strong>we haven&#8217;t confirmed if it&#8217;s suitable for coeliacs<\/strong>, so we recommend checking in advance before making a reservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-7a009554\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid.avif 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1320x990.avif 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1320x990.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1638\" height=\"1228\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-7a009554\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid.webp\" alt=\"Palacio Real\" title=\"Palacio Real de Madrid\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid.webp 1638w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-Real-de-Madrid-1320x990.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1638px) 100vw, 1638px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b3520d89 gb-headline-text\">Palacio Real de Madrid \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Temple_of_Debod\"><\/span><b>5. Temple of Debod<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After visiting the Royal Palace, we recommend taking a leisurely walk to the <strong>Parque de la Monta\u00f1a<\/strong>, where the <strong>Temple of Debod<\/strong> is located. This ancient Egyptian temple, over 2,200 years old, was donated to Spain in gratitude for its help in preserving the monuments of Nubia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Temple of Debod is one of the most magical spots in Madrid<\/strong>, especially if you&#8217;re looking to enjoy one of the best sunsets in the city. However, if you visit at midday, you&#8217;ll still be treated to beautiful views of the Madrid skyline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Gran_Via\"><\/span><b>6. Gran V\u00eda<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Head down to <strong>Madrid\u2019s Gran V\u00eda<\/strong>, often referred to as the city\u2019s very own Broadway. This vibrant avenue is packed with theaters, musicals, shops, and caf\u00e9s that bring it to life at any hour of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gran V\u00eda isn\u2019t just a shopper\u2019s paradise \u2014 it\u2019s also an open-air architectural museum, home to landmarks like the stunning <strong>Metropolis Building<\/strong> and the historic <strong>Telef\u00f3nica Building<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #f8f3e9; border-left: 5px solid #c87e3a; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 10px;\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 50px; height: auto; margin-top: 2px;\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" \/><\/picture> <strong style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #745431; line-height: 1.2;\">Glutendtrotters Tip<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 5px 0; color: #4a4a4a;\">Don\u2019t miss the chance to snap a photo in front of the Metropolis Building \u2014 it\u2019s one of the most Instagram-worthy spots in Madrid!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-8275a63d\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-768x1024.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-225x300.avif 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-1152x1536.avif 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-1320x1760.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-8275a63d\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-768x1024.webp\" alt=\"Gran V\u00eda de Madrid\" title=\"Gran Vi\u0301a Madrid\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-768x1024.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-1152x1536.webp 1152w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid-1320x1760.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Gran-Via-Madrid.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-142a4233 gb-headline-text\">Metr\u00f3polis Building at Gran V\u00eda \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Afternoon_unwind_in_the_parks_and_enjoy_elegant_shopping\"><\/span><b>Afternoon: unwind in the parks and enjoy elegant shopping<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Plaza_de_Cibeles\"><\/span><b>7. Plaza de Cibeles<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep walking until you reach Plaza de Cibeles, one of the most iconic places in Madrid. Here you&#8217;ll find the famous Cibeles Fountain, where Real Madrid fans celebrate their greatest victories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t forget to look up at the impressive <strong>Cibeles Palace<\/strong>, now home to <strong>Madrid\u2019s City Hall<\/strong>. If you head up to its observation deck, you\u2019ll be rewarded with spectacular views of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The palace also features <strong>a caf\u00e9 with gluten-free options on the menu<\/strong> \u2014 a perfect spot to recharge while enjoying incredible views!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-43dd5df8\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1320x990.avif 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles.avif 1638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles.webp 1638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-43dd5df8\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Palacio de Cibeles\" title=\"Palacio de Cibeles\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles-1320x990.webp 1320w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Palacio-de-Cibeles.webp 1638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ace6abaf gb-headline-text\">Fountain of Cibeles and Cibeles Palace \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Puerta_de_Alcala\"><\/span><b>8. Puerta de Alcal\u00e1<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re spending one day in Madrid, don&#8217;t miss the Puerta de Alcal\u00e1 \u2014 <strong>one of the city&#8217;s most iconic and photographed landmarks<\/strong>. Just like the famous song says, \u201clook at it, look at it\u201d\u2026 From Cibeles, it\u2019s a short and scenic walk to this stunning neoclassical gate that perfectly captures the spirit of Madrid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inaugurated in 1778 during the reign of Charles III, this imposing granite structure has become a true icon of the city and a must-stop on any route through Madrid.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-dc30d5df\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala.avif 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1536x1152.avif 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-500x375.avif 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1320x990.avif 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala.webp 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1320x990.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-dc30d5df\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala.webp\" alt=\"Puerta de Alcal\u00e1 en Madrid\" title=\"Puerta de Alcala\u0301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala.webp 2048w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Puerta-de-Alcala-1320x990.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0c1c6768 gb-headline-text\">Puerta de Alcal\u00e1 \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_El_Retiro_Park\"><\/span><b>9. El Retiro<\/b> <strong>Park<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"120\">Cross over to El Retiro Park, one of Madrid\u2019s most important green lungs and an essential stop on any visit to the city.This vast park is ideal for strolling, relaxing under the shade of century-old trees, or renting a little boat on the iconic Great Pond.Don\u2019t miss the Crystal Palace \u2014 an architectural gem made of glass and iron, surrounded by peaceful gardens and small lakes that will transport you to another world.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>And a little Glutendtrotter extra:<\/strong> just a short walk from El Retiro, you\u2019ll find one of the best-rated gluten-free restaurants in Madrid \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/pizzanatura.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><strong>Pizza Natura<\/strong><\/mark><\/a>. We haven\u2019t had the chance to try it yet, but if you do and end up enjoying one of their tempting pizzas, we\u2019d love to hear what you think. Can\u2019t wait to read your review!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-086a9f14\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro.avif 901w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-768x575.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-500x375.avif 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 901px) 100vw, 901px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro.webp 901w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-768x575.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-500x375.webp 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 901px) 100vw, 901px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"901\" height=\"675\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-086a9f14\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro.webp\" alt=\"Parque de El Retiro en Madrid\" title=\"El Retiro\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro.webp 901w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-768x575.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/El-Retiro-500x375.webp 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 901px) 100vw, 901px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7e832e5a gb-headline-text\">Parque de El Retiro \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Salamanca_District_and_Serrano_Street\"><\/span><b>10. Salamanca District and Serrano Street<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To end the day, head to the elegant <strong>Salamanca District<\/strong>, one of Madrid\u2019s most exclusive neighborhoods. Known for its luxury boutiques, upscale terraces, and refined atmosphere, it\u2019s the perfect spot for a relaxed evening stroll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t miss Serrano Street, famously known as Madrid\u2019s \u201cGolden Mile.\u201d Whether you&#8217;re passionate about shopping or simply love elegant architecture, this walk is the perfect way to wrap up your adventure exploring <strong>one day in Madrid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #f8f3e9; border-left: 5px solid #c87e3a; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 10px;\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.avif\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 50px; height: auto; margin-top: 2px;\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Glutendtrotters.webp\" alt=\"Glutendtrotters\" \/><\/picture> <strong style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #745431; line-height: 1.2;\">Glutendtrotters Tip<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 5px 0; color: #4a4a4a;\">Wear comfortable shoes \u2014 there\u2019s a lot of walking ahead.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 5px 0; color: #4a4a4a;\">Book your Royal Palace tickets online if you plan to go inside.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 5px 0; color: #4a4a4a;\">Stay well hydrated, especially during the hottest months.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-76e2a9c3\"><picture class=\"gt-avif-picture\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca.avif 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-480x270.avif 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-1320x742.avif 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-1320x742.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\"><img data-no-lazy=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" data-gt-avif=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-76e2a9c3\" src=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca.webp\" alt=\"Barrio de Salamanca - Calle Serrano\" title=\"Barrio de Salamanca\" srcset=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca.webp 1366w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-480x270.webp 480w, https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Barrio-de-Salamanca-1320x742.webp 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1366px) 100vw, 1366px\" \/><\/picture>\n<figcaption class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6da690cf gb-headline-text\">Barrio de Salamanca \/ Photo by Glutendtrotters<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that\u2019s a wrap on our itinerary for <strong>one day in Madrid<\/strong>. As you can see, even with limited time, it\u2019s entirely possible to soak up the city&#8217;s most authentic spirit \u2014 enjoying its history, parks, vibrant atmosphere, and iconic landmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madrid has so much more to offer! If you&#8217;re eager to keep exploring, don\u2019t miss our complete guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-things-to-see-in-madrid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-global-color-8-color\"><strong>the best thins to see in Madrid<\/strong><\/mark><\/a> \u2014 26 must-visit spots that will help you plan your next adventure in the Spanish capital! And if you prefer to explore on foot, discover <a href=\"https:\/\/glutendtrotters.com\/en\/best-free-walking-tours-madrid\/\">the best free walking tours in Madrid<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And you, which corner of Madrid stole your heart on your first day in the city?<br>We\u2019d love to hear all about your experience \u2014 <strong>feel free to share it with us in the comments!<\/strong> \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2b781a96 gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Map_of_One_day_in_Madrid\"><\/span><strong>Map<\/strong> <strong>of One day in Madrid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-26860fca\">\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1aemsPAHNpGLlr4d-QgSP1h3vgMHVOBc&amp;ehbc=2E312F&amp;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Only one day in Madrid to soak up its true essence? 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