later this year as an exhibition and performance space to showcase art collections and music concerts.


WHEN TO GO


Apart from the summer season, which typically brings big crowds and soaring temperatures, there isn’t a bad time to visit Madrid. From February to May, the city blooms into vibrant life as roses and gardenias blossom, and the temperatures are mild, pleasant and perfect for exploring. In autumn and winter, the city can be chillier but no less pretty, and visitors will have fewer crowds to contend with. In December, Madrid transforms into a festive wonderland, with towering Christmas trees and spectacular light displays forming unmissable additions to any sightseeing itinerary.


WHERE TO STAY


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