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  • Zoe W
    Mangilao, Mariana Islands3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The park is vast, beautifully landscaped, and packed with a variety of attractions. While it’s mostly very peaceful, it can get crowded, especially on weekends or during peak tourist seasons. The hustle and bustle can sometimes detract from the tranquil experience, but it’s still a lovely place to visit.
    Written January 30, 2025
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  • John D
    Sarasota, FL1,342 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We waited in a queue to be able to buy a ticket but it went quickly. We purchased our ticket and waited in a short queue to enter the building. Unfortunately we bought the audio tour feature and took off on our own. We were able to view many of the master, Goya, Rubens, Picasso, Velasquez, etc. but much of the time was spent wandering aimlessly. The museum is huge and I do not believe you can see it in one day. We will return but we will take a guided tour.
    Written February 10, 2025
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  • She Who Reviews
    Cardiff, UK20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spent an enjoyable couple of hours touring the palace, learning about its history and architecture. We booked in advance and were so glad we did. Those who hadn’t faced a long wait, and this was January! We did the audio tour and would also recommend that option.
    Written February 6, 2025
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  • Barbara B
    County Antrim, UK12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We enjoyed window shopping, indulging in delicious tapas, and soaking up the lively street performances. As night fell, the lights transformed the street into a dazzling spectacle.
    Written January 18, 2025
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  • emrystravel
    Amiens, France200 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Floor 0, Carmen's collection, is mostly impressionists and is brilliantly documented. Every item has a QR code to learn more than you might need to know, and hi-res image to download. Floor 2, old masters, is ok but there are only so many pictures of Venice canals that I can take, I personally would miss that unless I was very keen. Floor 1, modernist art, is the most eclectic and wonderful. I saw two pieces by Georgia O'Keefe that took my breath away. Could have stayed for hours but floor 2 had worn my feet out.

    Loses a star for having such limited dining available, only one small cafe for a great giant of a museum.

    Absolutely worth the visit and much more fun than the Reina Sofia Museum.
    Written February 8, 2025
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  • ZAYGON
    105 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice Plaza with a lot of people! It’s christmas but Puerta del Sol is better! Is a place to go but for me wasn’t that great!!
    Written December 3, 2024
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  • sharon m
    Winnipeg, Canada231 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the famous art museums in the world. Well worth the price of admission. Saw so many famous artists. Nice to go in October so that it was not too crowded. During the week was best, and we decided not to go during free time as the line up when we got out would have taken an hour to get in.
    Saw many of the greats of Spanish art including Guernica by Picasso, Salvadore Dali, Juan Gris and more
    Written February 4, 2025
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  • RonTel-Aviv
    Tel Aviv, Israel396 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Small but beautiful museum which should not be missed when in Madrid. Set in the artist's exquisite villa you can learn about him and see many of his works.
    Written December 25, 2024
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  • Trd
    Constanta, Romania8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Temple is beautiful and so is the scenery around. Best moment to visit is right before sunset, really amazing experience. It is free to visit BUT you need a ticket that nobody explains you how to get. When you get there you find a notice that you need reservation. You scan it and you find a ticket in 4-5 days...maybe...The guards are really strange and moody, they kept whistling at every kid that even touched the bord of the fountain while they allowed others (long after visiting hours) to go touch the gates, take photos on the stones. On their whim.
    Written December 23, 2024
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  • swiftmi
    Knoxville, TN1,407 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We walked through here while in Madrid. It is a nice looking square with lots of people. A good spot to visit and people watch.
    Written November 10, 2024
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  • A. M
    Majadahonda18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutly awesome! Elegant and amazing. We laughed a lot and now we believe in magic, we could not believe it. We ejoyed a lot and I’d recomend it, no doubt.
    Written January 9, 2023
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  • Sally62
    Northampton, UK6,083 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An iconic landmark in Madrid, this intersection is surrounded by attractive buildings and has a huge fountain in the centre. Fantastic in the day but it is magnificent when illuminated at night. The former Communications building is now the Town Hall and on the opposite corner is the Banco de Espana. A meeting point for all major celebrations in Madrid when the roads are closed.
    Written September 20, 2024
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  • Karen Lynn
    Malaga, Spain247 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the best museums in all of Spain and often overlooked by visitors. An amazing collection of artifacts that represent Spanish history through many eras. Really a must visit especially if you are interested in history and archeology. The building itself is beautiful too (and recently restored).
    Written December 12, 2024
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  • Bijitgohain
    New Delhi, India61 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bullfighting in Madrid

    I recently on my travel to Madrid visited the Las Ventas to watch Bull fighting.

    Where : Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, Madrid

    How do you reach : Take the Metro to Ventas and once you come out of the station will see the arena

    Event and Tickets : As I understood, the event happens on specific days, guess on Sundays only and towards the evening. Tickets are sold out in advance so book online. I was a bit lucky, although it was a full house , outside the arena I person sold me 2 tickets for 50 euros each , original price being about 44 euros...not a bad deal. Also ticket prices vary basis your seat

    Seating: Once you enter the arena, pretty well marked is the gate you have to approach and there are guides who show you your seat. Please note you are sitting on concrete and rent cushion for about 2-3 euros from within the arena.

    Experience: A packed house of people, electrifying atmosphere - looking at the age group seems it's so much part of the culture. The event i witnessed had 4 -5 fights, and to be honest the initial 1-2, I was excited as it was my first visit but then on it starts getting boring as it's the same thing being repeated again and again and again. but for sure if in Madrid a check mark activity one should do in a lifetime.
    Written October 18, 2024
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  • SKEArizona
    arizona47 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My wife and I visited in April during Holy Week and waited probably one hour to get in.

    What struck me is recently when I went back through all of my travel photos, I didn’t realize I had taken over three dozen photos in the museum and how stunningly gorgeous the rooms (and photos) were.

    Incredible artwork, including Greco. Gorgeous tapestries and frescos on the walls and ceilings. Extensive collections from armor to books to pottery.
    The entrance was magnificent with the marble staircases, artwork and chandeliers. The dining room, pool room, library, bedrooms and ball room all made for outstanding photos.

    So understand this museum is not for all and certain friends I would advise to hit a tapas bar instead. However, some will really enjoy this former mansion and relish that the crowd inside is limited contributing to a very pleasant visit.
    Written December 16, 2024
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