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Retiro Park (Parque del Retiro)

Between C. Alfonso XII and Avenida de Menendez Pelayo, Madrid, Spain
As featured in 3 days in Madrid
Ranked #3 of 249 attractions in Madrid
4.5 of 5 stars 1398 Reviews
Type: Parks, Architectural Buildings, Bodies of Water, Gardens
Fee: No
Description: Peaceful urban park centered around a beautiful lake.
Useful Information: Activities for young children
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Miami, Florida
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Its a beautiful park with a lake to enjoy some row boating or just walk around and enjoy nature while soaking in the history that was made around you. You'll have some street artist doing there thing and small convenience food stops to enjoy a drink and small dish. Worth the visit! More

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Melbourne, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW
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Loved the atmosphere and layout of the park. Great photo opportunity but lacking public bathrooms. More

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New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW
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The fountain and the Crystal palace are beautiful, and the grounds are well kept. It's a nice walk and a good way to relax a little. More

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Utrecht, The Netherlands
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

beautiful park in Madrid's center. nice jogging area in the city center More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW
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This place is great for a walk, pick-nick or whatever... JUST GO! More

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London, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW
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Our daughter loved playgrounds and is great to make a bit break from all day walking More

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Bangor, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
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A wonderful place to relax after a day's sightseeing. Take a picnic lunch, or go hire a boat on the lake. More

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scotland
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

This really is a beautiful park. Sit and have a coffee or wander around taking in the sights. Thoroughly enjoyable. More

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San Jose, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

the minute i walked into the park i saw a cute guy sitting on the bench singing away with his guitar! how romantic is that!! Me and my friends brought snacks, chips, cheese, ham, french bread, a lot of JAMON! and a few drinks to chill there on the grass for the whole afternoon. I would say this has been... More

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Boulder
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
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Our hotel was across the street from Retiro Park. We went there on a Sunday and walked around. The place is huge and there is lots to see. It is very crowded on a Sunday. Lots of vendors, acts, people walking, biking, etc. There are scultpures, buildlings, water, gardens, etc. Plan a lot of time. The one thing that we... More

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