Paseo del Arte Tours and Activities

The Puerta de Toledo gate was built to commemorate the arrival in Madrid of Fernando VII, 'the Desired One'. It appears that the project for the gate was carried out under the reign of José Bonaparte, although the return of Fernando VII to the throne put it on halt; its construction was later entrusted to Antonio López Aguado. López Aguado used granite and stone from Colmenar to build a gate in Neo-Roman style and it was completed in 1827. With three arches, two lateral square arches and one central semi-circular arch, the Puerta de Toledo gate has openings flanked by half-columns with Ionic capitals in the central arch and Ionic pilasters in the others. On the side facing the Manzanares River, a group of sculptures made by Valeriano Salvatierra and Ramón Barba was installed above the central arch. These sculptures represent the power of the Spanish monarchy on both hemispheres. Also on this side, in the upper part of the other two arches, several military trophies were placed. Finally, on the opposite side of the monument, two angels support the emblem of the City of Madrid.
The Puerta de Toledo gate was built to commemorate the arrival in Madrid of Fernando VII, 'the Desired One'. It appears that the project for the gate was carried out under the reign of José Bonaparte, although the return of Fernando VII to the throne put it on halt; its construction was later entrusted to Antonio López Aguado. López Aguado used granite and stone from Colmenar to build a gate in Neo-Roman style and it was completed in 1827. With three arches, two lateral square arches and one central semi-circular arch, the Puerta de Toledo gate has openings flanked by half-columns with Ionic capitals in the central arch and Ionic pilasters in the others. On the side facing the Manzanares River, a group of sculptures made by Valeriano Salvatierra and Ramón Barba was installed above the central arch. These sculptures represent the power of the Spanish monarchy on both hemispheres. Also on this side, in the upper part of the other two arches, several military trophies were placed. Finally, on the opposite side of the monument, two angels support the emblem of the City of Madrid.
A gallery which is as impressive on the outside as the inside. The exhibitions here seem to err on the abstract and contemporary, so it might not be the favourite place of more traditional art lovers, but do take a stroll past to admire this architectural greenery even if you don’t go inside. They’re real plants embedded into soil along the wall! #Trovember
If you are looking for art sightseeing being out-of-sorts just take a hike around Madrid streets and stop at the many house entrances in Salamanca, Retiro, Las Lettras etc and be astonished by the beautiful art work via ceramic tiles - it also gives you an impression about the glorious past of the heart of Spanish language and culture #LifeAtExpedia
Madrid Atocha railway station

Tours & day trips

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Day Tour to Toledo, Segovia & Optional Visit to Avila - 3 Cities in 1 Day

Day Tour to Toledo, Segovia & Optional Visit to Avila - 3 Cities in 1 Day

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 896 reviews
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Price is AU$115 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.8 out of 10 with 980 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$92 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

9.6 out of 10 with 1716 reviews
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Price is AU$48 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.8 out of 10 with 980 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$92 per adult*
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Attractions

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Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum

Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$165 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Madrid which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Church of San Jeronimo El Real

The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.

Church of San Jeronimo El Real
Fountain of Neptune featuring a statue or sculpture and a garden

Fountain of Neptune

Snap photos of this emblematic fountain, which represents a mythological Greek god and is the perfect complement to the resplendent buildings of the Paseo del Prado.

Fountain of Neptune
Madrid which includes a square or plaza, night scenes and a monument

Plaza de Canovas del Castillo

Take photos at the iconic Fountain of Neptune before exploring the treasure trove of historic sites and gorgeous buildings that surround this famous Madrid square.

Plaza de Canovas del Castillo
Prado Museum showing interior views and art

Prado Museum

A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.

Prado Museum
The Naval Museum, Madrid, Spain

Naval Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Naval Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Madrid. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Naval Museum
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum featuring a garden

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum

Once one of the largest private collections of art in the world, this museum will take you on a journey of creation from the 13th century right through to the 20th.

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum

Top Paseo del Arte Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

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Hotel Riu Plaza España
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Hotel Regina

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Hotel Regina
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
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Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified

SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified

2 out of 5
Calle Doctor Drumen, 4 Madrid Madrid
SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified
Radisson RED Madrid

Radisson RED Madrid

4 out of 5
Atocha 123 Madrid Madrid
Radisson RED Madrid
Hotel Principe Pio

Hotel Principe Pio

3 out of 5
Cuesta San Vicente 14 Madrid Madrid
Hotel Principe Pio
Novotel Madrid Center

Novotel Madrid Center

4 out of 5
O'donnell 53 Madrid Madrid
Novotel Madrid Center
Live It Gran Via

Live It Gran Via

2.5 out of 5
Calle Gran Vía 36 Madrid
Live It Gran Via
Hotel Emperador

Hotel Emperador

4 out of 5
Gran Via 53 Madrid Madrid
Hotel Emperador
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