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Parque del Retiro

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Jerónimos, Madrid

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Parque del Retiro

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Ranked #3 for spacious places in Madrid
The gardens at Parque del Retiro is a can't miss
"A really huge park, the sunset 🌅is so beautiful there💓"(12 Tips)
"The Garden and the crystal palace are very nice!!!"(9 Tips)
"One of the best most Beautiful park in Madrid 🌷"(8 Tips)
"The palacio de cristal is an amazing sight."(5 Tips)

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i.am. a.January 5, 2016
Wonderful and huge park in the centre of Madrid. Lots of activities (renting a boat or bike or theatre for kids), pretty sights and monuments. Love it, must do in Madrid!
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Loni FrenchSeptember 8, 2015
Huge park in the middle of the city. A lot of trails for walks and biking. Small sports facility for workouts. Great place to find stillness and quiet.
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Crystal GarzaAugust 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Check out the updated terrace near the southeast corner of the park. It's near the dog park, Huerta, has a children's area, friendly staff and relaxed ambience!
Bianca Navarro BowmanMay 3, 2016
In spring this huge park is absolutely gorgeous. The crystal palace has art exhibits, as well as the museum within the park. Perfect for sunbathing, working while sitting on grass, or picnicking.
Andrew WelchMarch 21, 2018
The public park is an immense green space suited for long walks and snacks on cafe terraces. Consider renting a rowboat and spending 45 minutes plying the waters of the lake in the park's center.
Evan WeinmanDecember 13, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Utterly beautiful park that kids huge. There are museums, lakes to row in, along with plenty of room to play sports or have a picnic. Your day is just do much better when part of it is spent here.
Serg BaidaJanuary 13, 2020
Park Retiro is one of the best places in Madrid for young families - a very large space with a lake, different kid's playgrounds, beautiful Crystal Palace and a lot of other activities.
Alexandra EliasJuly 8, 2015
It's huge! Very nice place to have a pick-nick or just to relax and read a book. There is a pond and you can rent a rowing boat.
Sepehrdad DorraniDecember 5, 2017
amazing park to run, walk or just get lost in. find different areas with great spots to sit and enjoy the scenery.
Надежда ЛейчинскаяJuly 22, 2015
Park is beautiful, cosy and perfect for a long stroll. In the central pond big fish are actually jumping out of the water, in smaller ponds turtles can be seen resting under the sun.
Frances JamesMay 30, 2018
Wonderful huge park in the middle of Madrid. Great for running or strolling through like the locals. There are peacocks and cool art museums scattered throughout
Shannon PantsJuly 10, 2015
Been here 10+ times
amazing park to run, walk or just get lost in. find different areas with great spots to sit and enjoy the scenery
RAKANOctober 12, 2022
One of the best most Beautiful park in Madrid 🌷
John GaltMarch 17, 2015
The park is fantastic, there is place in it for everyone, runners, painters, lovers... In the middle of the park there is a lake where you can swin in a boat
Martin PrebioAugust 16, 2017
Huge park. Perfect place to relax after a long (sightseeing) day. In the northeast are several good restaurants and bars if you are getting hungry.
Jordan TaylorAugust 21, 2016
Enormous, gorgeous park in Madrid. Don't miss the Palacio de Cristal.
Jessica jessicaOctober 9, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Hands down the best park in Madrid. Always full of life, day or night. Super pretty gardens, so many monuments etc. Must see the lake and glass house.
Mariah EmersonMay 30, 2016
Favorite park in Madrid. So much to see and there's always a different place you can sit and enjoy. A very happy place! Will miss this when I leave.
Martin SlusarzMay 11, 2015
One of the bests parks I have ever been to. More like an arboretum than a park. Water and fountains everywhere and the place is immaculate. A highlight of our trip.
Marsh MallowApril 3, 2015
If you visit the exhibition at Casa de Velazquez, inside the park, you'll get a free ticket for the Reina Sofía Museum!!! Visit temporary exhibitions at Palacio de Cristal (free).
Giselle CesinApril 28, 2015
Im in love with this place, the vibe is unique, the cafes are all great. If you are a runner this is a piece of heaven in the middle of the city
Vassilis NJanuary 2, 2016
Been here 5+ times
What a great place for running!!! Dont walk the Park wear your running shoes and go for a running tour!!! The place is huge, the experience fantastic!!!
WhiskeyAvengerJune 27, 2018
Beautiful park to look at the the greenery,stop and have a beer and pet the stray cats.
Anna ZhdanovaMarch 18, 2017
Ideal place for spring time, you will enjoy the trees, nice weather and will have some time to reflect and calm down
MJ.September 1, 2014
Gorgeous park. Very large and lots of beautiful fountains and lakes. Plenty of roads for biking and skating
Petya GrozdarskaOctober 6, 2019
Lovely, lovely park with a lot of things to do and places to hang out at! Fav spot.
NathanJune 8, 2016
Been here 5+ times
One of my favorite public parks anywhere in the world. Great place for walking or running at night (in the lit parts at least).
Susana AlmeidaDecember 4, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Best days to go to Retiro are rainy autumn days. You will see the park almost empty, super quiet and with awesome orange and yellowish tones all around you!
Andre SAugust 16, 2014
Greatest park in the whole world. Come here in summer when the sun is setting for amazing light. The palacio de cristal is an amazing sight.
E. LealAugust 29, 2011
A must-stop in Madrid.In the heart of the city, a huge park with lots of possibilities beyond a walk: skating, book fairs, sun, grass, boats... Fresh air!!!As all tourist places: mind your wallet!
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsApril 27, 2015
"There is also a lake in which you can take a boat ride, and puppet shows or street performers all around the park." Read more
Stanko MetodievNovember 11, 2016
The park is amazing and you should go and visit it. It's great for jogging, walking, cycling, pretty much everything! :)
Torzin SJuly 25, 2018
Beautiful park with many lovey monuments, truly a lovely place of Madrid
Amanda LinJune 20, 2015
Large park for walking, running, skating, biking, etc. my kids liked the Crystal Palace the best.
MatthiasSeptember 11, 2014
Lovely park where you can row a little boat with up to four people in the lake for 5,80 euros Monday to Friday for 45 minutes.
Arno MachielsFebruary 16, 2016
Great park to go for a run. Includes some open air workout spots and the beautiful palacio de cristal in its centre.
Juan BuisMarch 11, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful park, tons of nice places to sit and you shouldn't miss the Palacio.
SiLiCaTEJuly 2, 2022
Beautiful park with a lot to see.
Gerardo VerdeOctober 27, 2019
Magnificent park with monuments and nice to stroll around. Monuments, fountains, lake.
Omar ARJanuary 17, 2016
Been here 50+ times
Definitely one of my favourite places in Madrid. Great for running, walking, cycling and watching the world go by.
Michael ScharfFebruary 13, 2015
Been here 25+ times
One of my favorite places in Madrid. Go here to run, chill, have dates, enjoy the nature & sun, do some rollerskating or longboarding!
Irakli GvaramadzeOctober 24, 2015
Very nice and quiet park in the center of Madrid, with beautiful gardens and monuments.
Melissa HerreraAugust 17, 2014
Lovely park to stroll. Make sure you rent a boat on weekdays. Weekends are more expensive.
Enforex SchoolsSeptember 13, 2011
There's an artificial lake where you can rent out a rowboat, monumental statues and fountains, all sorts of musicians and street performres and plenty of paths for walking and jogging. Read more
eric bornemannJune 21, 2018
Beautiful big park to explore, be sure to check out the changing exhibits in the Crystal Palace.
Deigote y talJanuary 16, 2011
Been here 5+ times
One of the best places in Madrid for taking a walk, do some casual cycling, watch the street artists or take a nap in the grass :-D. In the rush hours (lunchtime in weekend) gets a little crowded.
DavidAugust 30, 2014
Jogging, walking around. Huge park in Madrid city dowtown. Wonderful and inspiring place.
TimberlandAugust 9, 2011
A definite must when you visit Madrid! Also walk trough the little paths going trough the park, they are allot less crowded and some lead you to secret places in the park !
Kira AguilarAugust 16, 2016
Big park with a lot too see. You can walk, have a picnic, and relax at the lake area as well
Fran UrbanoNovember 29, 2015
Beautiful Park and at night you can take beautiful pictures, also, police and park guards everywhere so feels safe

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