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Madrid Essentials: Guide to Everything About Madrid, Spain

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Madrid plaza cibeles post office

Madrid's main post office(!)

Image: Damian Corrigan
Madrid is the capital of Spain and likely to be most people's starting point for a Spanish vacation (the other likely starting point being Barcelona). Madrid's central location makes it perfect for starting your journey around Spain. On this page you'll find information on Madrid hotels, day trips from Madrid, bullfighting, skiing in Madrid and much more.

Most of what you'll find on this page is for when you've done with planning flights and hotels, etc. If you still have that to do, check out: Planning your Madrid Vacation

Most Popular Resources About Madrid Spain

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Madrid Spain Transport Information

For more resources on traveling to and from Madrid, see Madrid Spain Transport Essentials

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