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Our Touch, your Travels…

This is a preview of the full content of our Madrid’s Best app.

Please consider downloading this app to support small independent publishing and because:

  • All content is designed for mobile devices and works best there.
  • Detailed in-app maps will help you find sites using your device’s GPS.
  • The app works offline (one time upgrade required on Android versions).

The app will also allow you to:

  • Add custom locations to the app map (your hotel…).
  • Create your own list of favourites as you browse.
  • Search the entire contents using a fast and simple text-search tool.
  • Make one-click phone calls (on phones).
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Puerta de Alcalá

Iconic Madrid landmark

Puerta de Alcala (Madrid)

The Puerta de Alcalá is one of Madrid's most iconic landmarks.

Constructed in Neoclassical style in 1769 for King Carlos III by Italian architect Francesco Sabatini, it was the largest city gate in Europe at the time.

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Metro Retiro/Banco de España

Paseo del Arte & Retiro Sights

Text © Patrick López

Image by Jean-Pierre Dalbéra