Madrid is the capital city of Spain, and it is a very popular city that offer s many events in a historic cultural setting. Assuming the role of a tourist attraction guide, I always remind my audiences: No matter how frequently you visit Madrid, there is never a dull moment. In this blog post, we will mention some of the coolest things to do in the city next weekend, just in case you’re planning to visit Madrid.
1. Art Exhibitions
There are several museums and other galleries throughout Madrid presenting art from late Gothic to early pop art. Next weekend, you can explore some exceptional exhibitions such as:
Museo Nacional del Prado
More specifically the Prado Museum contain an astonishing collection of European art, which consists of masterpieces of artists like Goya, Velázquez or El Greco to name a few. One should not let the chance and go see the current temporary exhibitions – they usually include one or two interesting and provocative ideas.
Museo Reina Sofia
The Reina Sofia Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art is on every art lover’s list of museums he or she would like to visit. The museum also contains the masterpieces of such artists as Picasso and Salvador Dalí. Hope you liked the lists above In case you want to check who is new in the art world visit the temporary exhibitions to learn about new artists and new movements.
2. Live Music Events
Besides Spanish music, Madrid has a surprisingly rich offer of musical styles of various genres. If you’re a music lover, consider attending one of these live music events:
Madrid Live Music Festival
The Madrid Live Music Festival event fuses national and global artists for two days of incredible performances. There is a versatile variety of preferences including rock and pop, electronic and jazz. Find out the festival line up and book your ticket(s) online in advance.
Concert at WiZink Center
The WiZink Center is a well-known concentration center for important concerts as well as performances. Take a closer look at their program and have a look if there is something interesting next weekend of one of your favorite artists. Whether it is a popular band or just a singer everyone is free to enjoy the night.
3. Culinary Delights
As everyone knows, Madrid has excellent dishes, so it is always interesting to taste the food that is prepared in the region. To enhance your culinary experience, consider visiting these food-related events:
Mercado de San Miguel
The Mercado de San Miguel refers to an eatery evolved as a food market in Madrid, Spain. Just walk around the market and taste Spanish food, with tapas and other popular Spanish foods. That’s why it is ideal for a foodie to find new products and enjoy an incredible atmosphere.
Cooking Workshops
For food enthusiast who wants to know how to cook Spanish delicacies, then it is wise to attend a cooking session. There are several local culinary schools and restaurants where you can attend courses when you can prepare dishes with chefs. You do not want to come home and tell your friend that you were just wasting your time when you could have learned how to cook new dishes.
4. Outdoor Activities
If of course, you want to spend your spare time outdoors than you will also find this city full of opportunities. Enjoy the pleasant weather and take part in these exciting outdoor activities:
Retiro Park
The Retiro Park is a very large park that is located in the center of the current city. It opens up opportunities for taking a backpack for mall walking, rowing a boat in the lake or having a lunch with friends. But you can also go to Crystal Palace, a building which temporary exhibitions of art are located.
Cycling Tour
You need to go on a cycling tour around Madrid to get that perfect feel of this city. When you cycle, you’ll cover certain parts of the city and its attractions to get an insight into its history and culture. This is an interactive form, enjoyable for people, and also allows to cover some distance effectively.
Conclusion
Coming up next weekend in Madrid, one can expect a number of events which may prove to be interesting to one or many individuals. You will always find something that interests you weather it’s art, music, food or even physical activities. Another way is to explore the life of Madrid and create amazing stories for yourself by attending these interesting events. It is advisable to plan your program in advance in order to make the best out of you experience.
