Parque Juan Carlos I
Parque Juan Carlos I
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Neighborhood: Barajas (District)
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- Canillejas • 9 min walk
- El Capricho • 10 min walk
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My2BareFeet
Calgary, Canada288 contributions
Apr 2013 • Solo
This park is something out of a magical wonderland. First off, it's HUGE, so a visit here will take hours, added to the fact that it's about one hour by Metro + walking from the city centre.
It's mainly open green space, but it's filled with natural elements such as hills, trees and water. Plus many various random works of modern art, some functional, like the metal bridge with the perfect rectangular pier in the middle. In terms of amenities, there are info stands at each entrance, occasional snack stands, and from afar, maybe a concert space.
My friend who lives here and I came here to visit the rope jungle gym shaped like the roof of a huge circus tent. We climbed around it for a bit, and rested on the mats suspended in the gym. It was a great way to feel like a kid again.
We came around 4 pm on a weekday and it wasn't that busy, but in the evening there were many more people enjoying the park, so the atmosphere was really nice. I imagine that this park would be much busier on a weekend or in the summer.
It's not great to visit as a tourist attraction, especially if you have a short amount of time in Madrid, then there are definitely better parks to visit, such as Retiro. But if you have time here like I do, or you are a local, you should definitely drop by for a leisurely stroll or a rest!
ADDED RECOMMENDATION: If you come, also visit nearby Parque El Caprichio, which is only open to the public on weekends.
It's mainly open green space, but it's filled with natural elements such as hills, trees and water. Plus many various random works of modern art, some functional, like the metal bridge with the perfect rectangular pier in the middle. In terms of amenities, there are info stands at each entrance, occasional snack stands, and from afar, maybe a concert space.
My friend who lives here and I came here to visit the rope jungle gym shaped like the roof of a huge circus tent. We climbed around it for a bit, and rested on the mats suspended in the gym. It was a great way to feel like a kid again.
We came around 4 pm on a weekday and it wasn't that busy, but in the evening there were many more people enjoying the park, so the atmosphere was really nice. I imagine that this park would be much busier on a weekend or in the summer.
It's not great to visit as a tourist attraction, especially if you have a short amount of time in Madrid, then there are definitely better parks to visit, such as Retiro. But if you have time here like I do, or you are a local, you should definitely drop by for a leisurely stroll or a rest!
ADDED RECOMMENDATION: If you come, also visit nearby Parque El Caprichio, which is only open to the public on weekends.
Written April 16, 2013
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stepknees
Bellevue, WA447 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
We had something to do at the IFEMA Madrid expo center and decided to visit here with our two kids afterwards since we're always on the lookout for good playgrounds. The park is HUGE, with several playground areas. We only visited two of the play areas, since it was cold & windy, but they were pretty fun for the kids.
There *are* free bikes available to rent, which would have been great, but they will only rent to you if you have your actual passport (or DNI[?] card) available for identification (No exceptions! Not your driver's license, not a copy of your passport, not your kid's passport card!).
There *are* free bikes available to rent, which would have been great, but they will only rent to you if you have your actual passport (or DNI[?] card) available for identification (No exceptions! Not your driver's license, not a copy of your passport, not your kid's passport card!).
Written April 15, 2018
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tangled12a
Sydney, Australia36 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
Madrid parks are fantastic .... this one equally so. Worth the metro journey to get there. Enormous with very interesting sculptures to look at and lot so of activity areas. Mistake we made was not arriving early enough to avail of the one hour of free bikes. Fantastic place to cycle around. Did catch the free train around the park but you cannot get on and off. Travelled with three boys 10-12 years old and total of two adults. A very pleasant few hours.
Written February 26, 2018
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,398 contributions
Apr 2021
The park is ok, for people who live nearby it is probably a very great choice because it is very big and I think there are plenty of activities to do for example for kids. As a tourist in Madrid, it might not be the best choice as it is far out from the city center and it is not photogenic, at least I did not find anything worth photographing there. Advantage: the entrance is free.
Written April 28, 2021
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Ogy Kovachev
Sofia, Bulgaria1,324 contributions
Jun 2015 • Solo
If you are in a hotel in the area of the airport it would be your best spot for training. The park is obviously new as the trees are not grown yet but it takes time.
Written June 17, 2015
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Redfred320
Greater London, UK278 contributions
Jul 2013 • Family
The first time I set eyes on this park three years ago, I could scarce believe the hideousness of the concrete water features and steelwork, the frequent signs of poor construction work, and haphazard surfacing that abounds everywhere. And yet, and yet...
Over time it has grown on me. In a city with few other green spaces - albeit they can be very good - this is a huge park that enables running, cycling, picnicking, kite flying and even walking if you're prepared to cover a good distance. The trees are growing well and the amount of shade and visual contrast is increasing. Facilities are few, simple and far between; a cold drink, crisps and ice cream is as much as you'll find in summer and only drinks machines in winter.
If you're visiting Madrid then the Retiro or the new Madrid Rio park are easier to get to and both very well worth a visit in their own right. But if you have more time or live here, then this is worth exploring.
Over time it has grown on me. In a city with few other green spaces - albeit they can be very good - this is a huge park that enables running, cycling, picnicking, kite flying and even walking if you're prepared to cover a good distance. The trees are growing well and the amount of shade and visual contrast is increasing. Facilities are few, simple and far between; a cold drink, crisps and ice cream is as much as you'll find in summer and only drinks machines in winter.
If you're visiting Madrid then the Retiro or the new Madrid Rio park are easier to get to and both very well worth a visit in their own right. But if you have more time or live here, then this is worth exploring.
Written July 16, 2013
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CanadianinBatonRouge
San Marcos, TX2,637 contributions
Mar 2011
We have actually visited this park several times with our family, it is our favorite in Madrid. Parking is easy to do as there is a huge lot when coming in the entrance. Note there is a secondary lot in the back that you get to through the first lot and then over a bridge that gets you across the train tracks.
The park has several areas, a play area for smaller children, an enclosed dog park, and then many intersecting bike and walking paths that wind for kilometers inside the park. There is a large lake/canal that has boats on it with many bridges crossing. In this park, it is easy to find a quiet shady corner with a bench to sit on.
There are drinks, ice cream and other treats available from little huts and vending machines. Washrooms are found in several places in the park.
The best thing is that you can rent bicycles in the park, you just first need to get them to create a park card that gives you picture ID for this. You then get the bike (single or a double rider) for an hour.
You will also not find many tourists here given it is in the North part of Madrid near the airport but then, that makes it more interesting.
The park has several areas, a play area for smaller children, an enclosed dog park, and then many intersecting bike and walking paths that wind for kilometers inside the park. There is a large lake/canal that has boats on it with many bridges crossing. In this park, it is easy to find a quiet shady corner with a bench to sit on.
There are drinks, ice cream and other treats available from little huts and vending machines. Washrooms are found in several places in the park.
The best thing is that you can rent bicycles in the park, you just first need to get them to create a park card that gives you picture ID for this. You then get the bike (single or a double rider) for an hour.
You will also not find many tourists here given it is in the North part of Madrid near the airport but then, that makes it more interesting.
Written March 17, 2011
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SarahCorell
Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates5,295 contributions
May 2014 • Friends
This park is epic. The only park I have visited that beats it is in NYC
This park is huge and full of fantastic stop off points, Greta pieces of art, Exotic gardens.
You can rent a bike and ride around it enjoying all the fountains, lake and flowers
The lakes are full of turtles and HUGE fish so take some bread
This park is huge and full of fantastic stop off points, Greta pieces of art, Exotic gardens.
You can rent a bike and ride around it enjoying all the fountains, lake and flowers
The lakes are full of turtles and HUGE fish so take some bread
Written April 30, 2015
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Crissu18
Bucharest, Romania228 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
I liked it a lot, it is very big and has these different things and calls your atention, from the big red circle, to the huge doors, entrance to the park, and different type of gardens , the religion gardens, the muslim, the christian, the jewish, it is impressive, my favourite park, without a doubt.
Written November 28, 2013
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Skytourist
Peebles, UK1,415 contributions
May 2013
I love this park. Walking, running it doesn't matter it large and interesting. Loads of sculptures and water features it is a great way to kill a few hours if your at or near the airport. I go here every time I come to Madrid as I stay in a near by hotel. Give it a go.
Written May 10, 2013
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Silverwind
Alcobendas, Spain
se puede llevar a los perros sueltos? hay algun horario en que pueda hacerse?
kharmas
Madrid, Spain12 contributions
Hay una cafeteria en el parque?
Sandra S
Torrejon De Ardoz, Spain92 contributions
En el interior no hay cafeterías, la gente normalmente suele llevarse su propia comida y hacer un picnic. Para tomar algo lo más relevante es la zona de Campo de las Naciones, donde ya puedes encontrar varios bares y restaurantes, McDonald's, El Corte Inglés, etc.
Parque Juan Carlos I (Madrid) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Hotels near Parque Juan Carlos I:
- (0.58 mi) Hotel Maydrit Airport
- (0.65 mi) Sercotel Alcalá 611
- (0.49 mi) Hotel NH Madrid Barajas Airport
- (0.59 mi) Globales Acis & Galatea
- (0.93 mi) Hilton Madrid Airport
- Restaurants near Parque Juan Carlos I:
- (0.04 mi) El Rincon del Capricho
- (0.91 mi) Johnny Rockets
- (0.87 mi) Bahía Taberna
- (0.83 mi) Derzu Bar
- (1.64 mi) Nepali Kathmandu Tandoori House