Hi, I'm traveling by train though europe in and will be in Madrid for about 5 days toward the end of July and wanted to take a day trip outside the city. Is there any thing I must see or do outside the city? I am traveling by myself and really want to experiance the culture of the area. Thanks!
Reply to this Hello Tyler 😊
I havent been to Toledo, but a lot of people recommend it. As far as I know it is just a few hours by train from Madrid.
Mel
Reply to this Yes, Mell is right. Toledo is about 1 1/2 hour bus ride from Madrid and it is well worth seeing. We have been twice, you can see photos on our blog.
Segovia is a 2 hour bus ride away and has an increadible old aquaduct. You can also visit the monestary at El Escorial or the palace at Aranjuez. They are about 1 hour away and both worth seeing.
You can also visit the Casa de Campo. It's a big area of parkland just on the outskirts of the city. It's great just to walk around the area, maybe have a picnic. There is also a cool zoo there as well as an amusement park. A good way to get there is by cable car from the city.
Have a good time.
Kate
Reply to this I would really recommendEl Escorial. It's about 1 hour from Madrid city and it's such a peaceful place in the mountains. Go in summer when the city is hot! :D
Reply to this Wow, thanks everyone that gives me some great ideas, im looking up the towns on google earth, its hard to decide...
Reply to this And I confirm, the Escorial...amazing place...you can reach it by the local train, so it's very easy to get there.
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