Madrid It is a city that offers us endless things to see and do and if we go as a couple it can become a super romantic destination. While it is true that it has museums not to be missed, it also has lesser-known sites that someone in search of romance and privacy should not miss.
So, beyond the Prado, the Reina Sofía and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, we are going to discover today what Madrid offers to couples in love who decide to visit, tour and experience it. Places, outings and romantic surprises in Madrid.
Romantic destinations to visit as a couple
El Madrid's Royal Palace It is a beautiful XNUMXth century palace that is situated in a beautiful location with great views. Beyond its content (sculptures, furniture, tapestries, antiques and paintings) around it there are very beautiful gardens, the gardens of the Puerta del Moro, which are a beautiful place to walk hand in hand among wooded paths, small and picturesque fountains, many flowers and much love in the air.
The Royal Palace is on Calle Bailén and is open from Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm, between October and March, and until 8 pm from April to September. If you are a European citizen, you do not pay entry between 6 and 8pm for these dates.
Another romantic postcard you can get with a ride on a boat in the Retreat. The Retiro Park is one of the most classic places for couples outings with its Crystal Palace, its cave with a waterfall and its colorful peacocks strolling through the Cecilio Rodriguez Gardens ... The large pond that is the heart of the park was built in beginning of the seventeenth century and since then it has been the scene of many cultural and entertainment events.
You can get there by metro (L9 and L2) or by various buses. From Monday to Friday the rental of a boat costs 6 euros and on weekends it goes up to 8 euros. The solar boat costs 2 euros. They are rented from Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 5:30 pm or until 8:30 pm, depending on the time of year. In the case of the solar boat it is until 2 or 4 pm.
The temperatures in Madrid in summer are a bit suffocating, they are always above 30ºC, so walking near the water is a good idea. At night, when at least the sun gives us respite, we can enjoy the moon and live a romantic evening walking through the Madrid Río Park. A stop at the Segovia Bridge to see the lights of the cathedral or the Royal Palace itself is a must.
La rooftop of the Círculo de Bellas Artes it offers one of the most wonderful panoramic views of Madrid. You go up in an elevator after paying the ticket at reception and the top floor is 56 meters above Alcalá street, so the view is 360º. This space in the heights opens from Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 2 pm, Friday and the eve of holidays it does so until 3 pm, Saturdays from 1 am to 3 pm and on Sundays and holidays between 11 am and 2 pm.
From Mondays to Sundays the ticket costs 4 euros And it costs 5 if you buy the ticket that combines access to the roof and the exhibition rooms. You can get there by metro and buses. Finally, we have the view of the Temple of Debod at sunset. Sunset is surely the most romantic and dreamy moment anywhere in the world and if there is an ancient temple in sight, much better. Above, its shape is reflected on the water of the pond and the lighting set that has been so strategically mounted does the rest.
Activities to do as a couple in Madrid
There are people who enjoy taking a Spa day so you can start with that. Many couples share a relaxing spa and in Madrid there are many options. The Kenina Thai Massage, Caroli Wellness Club, El Hamman El Andaluz or Auditorium Spa, just to name something of the offer that in the city is very numerous. Massage sessions, a time in the jacuzzi or a sauna, aromatherapy and swimming pool circuit ...
If you like cultural activities cinema and theater are always close at hand. A romantic movie in a cinema in the city followed by a candlelight dinner or a classical music concert or opera evening at the Teatro Real, the Teatros del Canal or the Reina Victoria. It depends on your tastes. Another option, modern and curious, is take cooking classes together. It's fun and if he or she likes cooking a nice surprise. And if you are not Spanish, it is also a way to get to know Iberian flavors.
If you like the urban thing more than walk, drink and go out for tapas then you can start the night in one of the central neighborhoods of the city, the Chueca, Lavapiés or Malasaña, for example. Here are several cool terraces and lots of pubs and places to listen to music.
Finally we cannot forget about the hotels for couples. For many they are not romantic places but I know many couples who end their evenings in them and have a great time. You can go a couple of hours or stay to sleep and there are very good quality.
Surprises for your partner in Madrid
If you are not a local and you are visiting, you can surprise your partner by saying that you are going to eat in the oldest restaurant in the world: Botín's nephew. According to the Ginness Book of Records, it is the oldest restaurant of all and it is also a great place to try Madrid's flavors. It is a site that has been preserved from century to century so it is well worth a visit and a dinner.
A picnic is romantic too so you can surprise your partner with a nice picnic organized. A web company called Picnic Madrid arms you everything for prices that start in the $39: strawberries, chocolates, ham, cheese, fried onions, bread, wine ... There is the Gourmet Picnic (54 euros), the Classic (49 euros), and the Romantic Touch (39 euros). There are different locations: the Retiro Park, the Temple of Debod, the Madrid Río Park and the Juan Carlos I.
If you like the idea, you must make the reservation at least 12 hours before so that the company has time to organize everything. The basket will include everything you need to enjoy a picnic as a couple (or with family or friends, you decide): tablecloth, napkins, cutlery and very fresh products. The baskets are distributed from 12 pm to 11 pm and if the weather is not good, the money will be returned to you or the picnic will be rescheduled.
What do you think of these romantic plans in Madrid?