Barrio Chueca, Madrid

Lonely PlanetOct 22

Why Madrid Deserves More Than a Weekend

Stay a week or more – ideally a month – in Madrid to see remarkable art without the crowds, go deeper into the experiences most visitors only brush over, and explore, eat, shop and unwind in the places beloved by locals.

Lively heart of Madrid’s LGBTQ+ community

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Basilica de San Francisco El GrandeSightHome to impressive collection of Spanish masters
Chapel of San Antonio de La FloridaSightDome adorned with frescoes painted by Goya
Museo SorollaMuseumFormer home of Impressionist painter Joaquin Sorolla
Lazaro Galdiano MuseumMuseumBequeathed astonishing private collection to the city
Teatro RealTheatreWorld’s Best Opera House in 2021
ChamberíNeighborhoodElegant residential neighborhood emerged as gastronomic hub
Sala de DespieceRestaurantChallenges perception of tapas in upbeat industrial space
La TasqueríaRestaurantOffers memorable nose-to-tail tasting menu
El InvernaderoRestaurantEarned green Michelin star for sustainable cuisine
CoqueRestaurantReceived green Michelin star for sustainability
Mercado San AntónMarketThree-story building with stalls and tapas
Barrio ChuecaNeighborhoodLively heart of Madrid’s LGBTQ+ community
Mercado de VallehermosoMarketNeighborhood landmark since 1930
Las SalesasBarDramatic 19th century architecture forms backdrop
La Official PotteryPlaceSublime selection of artisanal ceramics
CasonáPlaceClothing and coffee shop
Las LetrasNeighborhoodHistoric literary quarter
Real Fabrica EspañolaPlaceEclectic array of ceramics, decor, and gourmet products
Mercado de las RanasMarketFestive, open-air street market
Monastery of Las Descalzas RealesSight16th-century royal convent houses staggering artwork
Royal Monastery of La EncarnaciónSight17th-century Augustinian convent functions as museum
Casa de CampoSightMadrid's largest public park
Campo del MoroParkManicured English-style gardens
NH Collection Gran Vía HotelHotelHotel with stylish roof deck
The Roof at PicalagartosRestaurantSavor classic Spanish food with 360-degree views

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