1 Day in Madrid Itinerary: Best Things to Do, See & Eat maddysavenue.com

This Madrid itinerary covers all of the best things to do in 1 day in Madrid, from El Prado and El Palacio Real, to tapas, wine, and flamenco!

After spending several days in Madrid, exploring non-stop, I'm confident that this is the ultimate guide to Spain's capital – from where to eat and drink (hello, sangria!) to the best places to explore.

Pick up pastries at Pastelería La Mallorquina in Puerta del Sol
Go on this guided tour of the Royal Palace and wander the Royal Botanical Gardens
Visit the spectacular Almudena Cathedral
Try Madrileño cuisine on this authentic Madrid tapas and wine-tasting tour
Wander Plaza Mayor and enjoy a sangria at El miniBAR
Visit the Prado Museum or El Retiro Park
Browse the San Miguel Market
Enjoy an unforgettable dinner at Inclán Brutal
Go see this one-hour flamenco show