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Once you've visited Madrid's most iconic attractions, from the wonderful Prado Museum to the lush Retiro Park, it's time to discover all those gems that are off the beaten track.

Capricho Park

A beautiful 18th-century garden found off the beaten track.

Sorolla Museum

Museum dedicated to Joaquin Sorolla, the painter of Mediterranean light, set in his former family home.

Church of San Antonio de los Alemanes

A little-known but stunning Baroque church whose interior is decorated entirely with wonderful frescoes.

Temple of Debod

A second-century Egyptian temple donated to Spain during the construction of the great Aswan Dam.

National Archaeological Museum

This 19th Century Neo-Classical building houses one of the world's most important antique collections.

Cerralbo Museum

The former home of the Marquis of Cerralbo, this noble old mansion next to Plaza de España is a wonderful display of 19th-century opulence.

Chamberí Station

Discover the “ghost station” at Chamberí, which maintains all of the original elements of the era. Open Thursday to Sunday.

Crypt of La Almudena Cathedral

Regarded as the largest crypt in Spain, this peaceful resting place for many of the country's most noble families is home to over 400 unique columns.

San Antonio de la Florida Chapel

This small hermitage in the area known as Madrid Río boasts a ceiling covered in original Goya frescoes.

Matadero Madrid

The city's old slaughterhouse, at Madrid Rio, has been transformed into a cultural megacomplex.

Madrid Top 10
Discover the city's most popular sights and attractions, from one of Europe's largest royal palaces to the magnificent Prado Museum and Real Madrid's stadium.

Madrid Top 10