5 tips to enjoy the summer in Madrid

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Madrid, Spain’s capital, is a vibrant and dynamic city with a population of over 3 million people, many of whom are foreigners. The city’s cultural offerings and entertainment options are diverse and abundant throughout the year, including the summer. In case the vast variety of activities and events in Madrid seems a bit too overwhelming, we’ve compiled 5 tips to help you enjoy the summer in Madrid.

First, remember that Madrid is a cultural metropolis. Throughout the city center and in other neighborhoods, you’ll find theaters, cinemas, and other event venues hosting films, theater performances, concerts, and musicals.

  1. Films

A great evening activity when the temperatures are high is watching a movie at one of the many open-air cinemas. Venues such as the Cibeles Palace, Plaza de España, the Bombilla Park, and Matadero Cultural Center offer screenings of new releases and classic films in a delightful outdoor setting. You can find more information about the films at the following links:

But if you prefer to enjoy a film indoors with the comfort of air conditioning, there are several cinemas offering movies either in their original version or dubbed in Spanish. Verdi Cinemas, Renoir Cinemas, and Ideal Cinema are excellent options for watching films in their original language with Spanish subtitles.

  1. Music Festivals

Like many European cities, Madrid hosts a variety of music festivals during the summer, featuring both national and international artists. For more information on the upcoming festivals, check out this link: Madrid Music Festivals. And if you enjoy live music but festivals are not your thing, here’s another tip to enjoy the summer in Madrid: check out the app Dice, where you’ll find concerts of all genres held in amazing venues all around the capital city.

  1. Musicals

Madrid is a vibrant hub for musical theater, offering an impressive array of shows that captivate audiences all summer long. The city’s famous Gran Vía, often referred to as the Spanish Broadway, is lined with theaters staging popular musicals, from timeless classics to contemporary hits. Venues like Teatro Lope de Vega, Teatro Coliseum, and Nuevo Teatro Alcalá host performances that range from internationally renowned productions to locally inspired shows. With their dazzling costumes, spectacular sets, and talented casts, these musicals provide an unforgettable experience for theater lovers.

  1. Swimming pools

It’s impossible to make a list of 5 tips to enjoy the summer in Madrid without including the best defence against the heat: the swimming pools. The city’s municipal pools, such as the ones in Casa de Campo, the University City Sports Complex, and Vicente del Bosque Sports Center, provide excellent facilities for a refreshing swim. Here you’ll find more information about it: https://www.esmadrid.com/en/summer-pools

  1. Art exhibitions

Madrid is a paradise for art lovers. The city’s renowned museums, such as the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, display world-class collections and special exhibitions that attract visitors from around the globe. Besides, House / Museum Sorolla, Cerralbo Museum and the national Museum of Romanticism showcase feature medium-sized collections in gorgeous buildings. Whether you’re a fan of classical masterpieces or modern art, Madrid’s art scene offers something to inspire and captivate every visitor. Here is more information: https://www.latroupe.com/en/city-stories/best-museums-madrid/

If these 5 tips to enjoy summer in Madrid are not enough, we invite you to visit the “Verbena de la Paloma”, a traditional festival held in mid-August. This lively celebration takes place in the La Latina neighborhood. The streets come alive with colorful decorations, music, dancing, and food stalls offering delicious local delicacies. You can enjoy traditional zarzuela performances, a Spanish light opera genre, as well as other musical acts that reflect Madrid’s rich cultural heritage.

 

We think these 5 tips to enjoy the summer in Madrid can help you make the most out of your experience in the city, and if you want to take this chance to discover Madrid and meet new people at the same time, at Cronopios we offer different cultural activities every week included in every of our group courses. Learn more about our cultural events here. Get out, discover new things and enjoy the summer in Madrid!