This is a warm welcome to Madrid – the brightest city and the capital of Spain. The city of Madrid has elaborated a tradition of fascinating history, preserved architecture and monuments, delicious cuisine and vibrant atmosphere Traditional attractions for a Thursday night in Madrid: Whether you are an art lover, a music lover, a food lover or just the average person who wants to go clubbing this city is just perfect for you. In this guide, we will also discover some of the best things to do or check out to make the most out of Thursdays in Madrid.
1. Visit the Famous Museums
Destination Madrid boasts of a plethora of great museums in the world. Access: Thursday Night Many museums are open later than usual on Thursday or some of them even have a special program during the evening. Here are a few notable museums to consider:
a) Museo del Prado
Being one of the largest art museums globally, the Museo del Prado should not be missed. One of the most important museums in Spain; it contains an extensive hold of paintings of the European masters such as Goya, Velázquez and El Greco. Every Thursday the museum is open until 8PM so come and get lost in centuries of art masterpieces.
b) Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum hosts over 1000 works of art dating between the 13th and 21st centuries with European and American origin. Featuring some of van Gogh, Picasso ,Renoir among others, this Museum is diversely populated with great art pieces. On Thursdays they are opened up to 9 PM in the evening, so that you can leisurely contemplate the art on display to your heart’s content.
2. Madrid has plenty of tapas bars and this tour will take the guesswork out of deciding where to try some of the best.
Well, it would not be wrong if I say that the much-loved tapas is something that simply must be tasted in Madrid. This kind of dish is better when served in small portions because it can complement tastes of wines and beers at night while exploring the city. La Latina or Malasaña are the districts to visit to get to know the most typical tapas bars.
Some must-try tapas include:
Patatas Bravas: Assorted potato chips and spicy tomato gravy.
Jamon Ibérico: Berez, Spanish thinly cured and boldly sliced ham on first pic.
Tortilla Española: Spuds prepared using eggs and onion and a well-known Spanish meal.
Gambas al Ajillo: Garlic prawns ‘grilled’ in olive oil.
To savour delicious meats and fish, Spanish and madrilean enthusiasts provide excellent meal to enjoy with remarkable and fabulous night out plans.
3. Enjoy Live Music
The City is cultural and has a great music scene if you are a lover of live music. Whether you want to sit and enjoy a small jazz club, want a night of dancing, or need to attend a stadium show, there’s something for everyone. Here are some options for an unforgettable musical experience:
a) Café Central
Café Central is a famous jazz club, situated in the center of Madrid. It is an intimate affair, at which local and international artists perform; and on Thursdays there are usually guest artists. Take a seat, drink a glass of something and enjoy the addition to the unique voice and the beautiful songs.
b) Sala Clamores
Another landmark in Madrid where you would find plenty of live music is Sala Clamores. Packed with live genres of jazz, blues, flamenca and more, this venue offers the best outdoor experience you could think of. Often, they have international artists on Thursdays or any other night, which you should check beforehand.
4. Dance the Night Away
Self-styled fun-seekers will not be disappointed with the nightlife that the hosting city of Madrid has to offer. The city has started developing various clubs for two and three decades, presenting different types of music and different moods. Some dances are popular with the electronic music scene, some with the salsa scene, and everything in between and beyond. Here are a couple of popular clubs to consider:
a) Joy Eslava
Joy Eslava is an emblematic nightclub located in a theater building. There is also beautiful architecture; Pop-Rock-Commercial Hits are played at this place. Enjoy disco with elegant decorations, accompany locals, and other tourists.
b) Kapital
Kapital is one of Madrid’s biggest and therefore most well known clubs. Distributed across seven levels with different music and themes – this place promises an unforgettable evening. Kapital has all the types ranging from Latin beats to electronic tunes. We specifically recommend arriving early for the walk as you may have to wait for some time, especially if there is something as popular as a Thursday event going on.
5. Stroll through Gran Vía
Gran Vía, which is still known as the Spanish Broadway, is one of the important shopping areas and centers for entertainment in Madrid. This is a lively avenue filled with stately edifices, stores and theaters, which should be passed during a calm and unhurried walk. Most of the cinema theaters offer late night shows and theaters produce interesting shows on Thursdays. That’s exactly why it is the best platform to fully submerge in the energetic spirit of the city.
Madrid, the city is really lively especially on Thursdays, with a number of activities lined up for any interested persons. Whether you are travelling with interest in cultures, if you have an interest in foods, if you are a lover of music or if you are out for a night out this is the city for you. Well, are you ready to find out what there is to see in Madrid at night?
