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Madrid Guides

Practical guides for visitors, written by locals.

Friends high-fiving after a padel match on an outdoor court in Madrid

Playing Padel in Madrid as a Visitor: The Practical Guide

How to play padel in Madrid as a visitor: private lessons in English, renting a court or joining an open match, what it costs, what to wear, the best time of year and the basic rules.

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Friends toasting with red wine on a winery terrace overlooking vineyards near Madrid

Wine Day Trips from Madrid: Regions, Prices & How to Choose

How to plan a wine day trip from Madrid: the wine regions around the city and their grapes (Tempranillo, Garnacha), shared tours to the Tajo Valley or Ribera del Duero versus private tailor-made tours, prices, a sample itinerary, when to go and practical tips.

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Toledo's old town and Alcázar on the hill above the River Tagus

Toledo or Segovia? How to Choose Your Day Trip from Madrid

Toledo or Segovia as a day trip from Madrid: distance and travel times, highlights (Toledo's three-culture old town, Segovia's Roman aqueduct and Alcázar), food, best time to go, why not to combine both in one day, and private tailor-made trips.

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