Ponds, sculptures and slides grace the leafy park near this long and innovative two-part bridge that doesn’t quite meet in the middle.

Take the children to have fun at multiple playgrounds, relax beneath the summer sun at waterside lawns and attend contemporary visual and performing arts events.

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Matadero Madrid in Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

Spend a Sunday strolling from stall to stall picking out quirky souvenirs and soaking up the atmosphere of Madrid’s best-known open-air market.

The youngest of Madrid’s monumental gateways is a celebration of the worldwide influence of the Spanish monarchy and the nation’s military successes.

You can study the exhibits at Swinton & Grant, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.