Madrid Travel Tips

Spain has one of the hottest summer climates in all of Europe, so knowing great ways to cool off is essential! It's mid June in Madrid and summer seems to have arrived a bit early! Temperatures reach above 90°F (37°C) daily, and Madrid residents will soon start escaping the city and heading to their beach houses and mountain cottages.

The sun is shining, the days are getting longer, and Madrid is buzzing with activity—it must be May! Late spring, without a doubt, is one of the best times of the year to visit the Spanish capital.

From rustic traditional tapas to avant-garde molecular gastronomy and everything in between, Madrid has it all when it comes to cuisine.

When you think of Spain, of course flamenco comes to mind.

Lots of visitors to Madrid are curious about Botin, and with good reason.