The Best Activities to Do in Madrid This Spring

Spring is officially on its way in Madrid. The weather is slowly warming up, the trees and flowers are in bloom, and everyone in the city seems to be catching spring fever. Here’s a list of activities you shouldn’t miss this spring in Madrid.
Stroll the Paseo de Prado

Take a day trip
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Perfectly situated in the exact center of Spain, Madrid offers plenty of day trips in every direction. Getting out of the city center to enjoy a small town, the mountains, or nature on a spring day is the ideal way to celebrate the warmer weather. Toledo and Segovia are some of the most popular spots, and a hike in Cercedilla is the best spot for nature buffs.
Sit outside and order a drink in the sun
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Madrid is famous for its many outdoor terraces and patios, where you can sit outside and order a drink. Many places have restaurants and bars with outdoor seating, so find a plaza and join the masses in ordering a tinto de verano, Madrid’s version of a wine spritzer on a warm spring day.

Outdoor drinks in the Plaza Mayor in Madrid. | © Madrid Destino Cultura Turismo y Negocio
Enjoy some art
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While it typically doesn’t rain much in Madrid, it’s normal to have a rainy spring day or two, and checking out some art is the perfect plan for inclement weather. Besides the permanent collections at museums like the famous Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía or the Museo del Prado, there are some amazing temporary exhibitions at many of Madrid’s art galleries. There’s also several art shows running through April and May that are worth a visit, too.
Visit the Retiro
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There’s nothing lovelier than a stroll through Madrid’s Parque del Buen Retiro on a spring morning. With all the trees in bloom (and plenty of flowers, too, make sure to check out the rose garden), everything seems fresh and renewed. Make sure to check out the Palacio de Cristal in the spring sunshine. Doing an outdoor workout class in the park, like Jab Cross Training, a boxing class, or yoga with The Natural Yogi will ensure you take advantage of the sunny spring weather and heal your body and mind at the same time.

The Natural Yogi’s class in the Retiro Park | © The Natural Yogi
Chow down at a food truck (MadrEAT)
Food Truck, Spanish

Visit the Botanical Gardens

Want a complete list of activities of what to do year round in Madrid? Check out this list and be amazed by what Madrid has to offer!