What to do in Colmenarejo

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Colmenarejo

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Activities

El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Half Day Trip from Madrid

El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Half Day Trip from Madrid

NZ$134
per adult
El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Half Day Trip from Madrid
Stellar Experience in Sierra de Guadarrama to Discover Heaven

See the Stars in Madrid and Sierra de Guadarrama

NZ$80
per adult
See the Stars in Madrid and Sierra de Guadarrama
Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery and Gardens

Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery and Gardens

NZ$231
per adult
Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery and Gardens
Madrid: Boutique Hiking Tour to Mount Abantos with an Official Guide

Madrid: Boutique Trekking Tour to Mount Abantos with an Official Live Guide

NZ$100
per adult
Madrid: Boutique Trekking Tour to Mount Abantos with an Official Live Guide
San Lorenzo de El Escorial Monastery: Private Tour

Private Tour: El Escorial Monastery

NZ$170
per adult
Private Tour: El Escorial Monastery
Photographic Experience in Historic San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Photographic Experience in Historic San Lorenzo de El Escorial

NZ$130
per adult
Photographic Experience in Historic San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Private Tour El Escorial and The Valley of the Fallen from Madrid

NZ$1,594
per traveller
Private Tour El Escorial and The Valley of the Fallen from Madrid
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1. Gran Via

The Gran Via is a shopping hub and a center for nightlife. Like much of Madrid, the strip celebrates the past while embracing the future: boutique stores and international brands are housed in some of Madrid’s most iconic heritage architecture.
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2. Bernabéu Stadium

Real Madrid is one of the most internationally recognized soccer teams and their Santiago Bernabéu Stadium (Estadio Santiago Bernabéu) is among the sport’s finest. Watching a match at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is a lifetime dream for both long-term Madridistas and soccer enthusiasts. Walk on the hallowed turf of the playing field, browse the clubs impressive trophy hall and relive historical moments via multimedia exhibits.
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3. Puerta del Sol

Madrid lies dead-centre in the middle of Spain – and the Puerta del Sol lies dead-centre in the middle of Madrid. It's here that Spain's map-makers and road-builders placed their starting-mark, to be used for counting distances around the country. But the Puerta del Sol isn't just about geography and maps – there are other reasons why this square is considered the focal point of the country. Meetings, celebrations and marches are naturally drawn here. Over the last few years, it has been the rallying point for Spanish protests over the global recession and Euro-crisis.
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4. Plaza Mayor

Madrid is a city of many squares, plazas and parks – but none are quite like the Plaza Mayor. Sitting right in the heart of old Madrid, not only is it one of the city's oldest and biggest – it is probably its most breath-taking. Built to a design of 16th century artist Juan de Herrera, it was the 1790 reconstruction by Juan de Villanueva that stood the test of time (two other efforts burned down in great fires). But what all the designs shared, and what makes the Plaza Mayor so special, is its four-sided, three-storey high wall of arcaded housing – ringed by balconies, topped by towers, and painted with bright murals.
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5. El Retiro Park

Long a preserve of royalty, El Parque de Retiro is where the Habsburgs, Europe's most powerful monarchs, came to play. Its giant pond hosted mock naval battles, its formal gardens saw elaborate and extravagant plays. Now it's the place you come to, to picnic, promenade and ponder – and maybe push the paddle-boat out, onto the waters of the Estanque del Retiro.
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6. Royal Palace of Madrid

If you could measure a royal palace by floor space, then Madrid's Palacio Real would come out on top. With 3,400 rooms, it's easily the largest in Europe. But the Royal Palace has more than size to commend it. There are the cool glades of the Sabbatini Gardens, the intricate formality of the Plaza de Oriente, which opens out on to the Royal Theatre, and the elegant grandness of the Plaza de la Armería, facing onto the Almudena Cathedral.
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7. National Prado Museum

Madrid's Prado Museum can count itself in an elite handful of global art museums, with a collection as famed for its quality as it is for its quantity – particularly when it comes to the Renaissance and Classical paintings of Europe. Works by Hieronymous Bosch, Rubens, Botticelli, van Dyck and Rembrandt hold pride of place, in a collection that ranges from the 12th to 19th centuries. Take a count, and you'll find over 7,000 paintings, 1,000 sculptures, and 13,000 prints and drawings housed here. Naturally, the works of Spanish artistic genius feature most prominently, with the Prado having world's most comprehensive collections of artists like Goya and Diego de Velázquez.
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8. Puerta de Alcalá

It may be hard to believe – given the miles of Madrid's suburbs stretching east from the Puerta de Alcalá – but this ornate and symbolic gateway was once where the city ended, and the fields started. That was before the 17th century, when Madrid still had its ancient walls, and when the road from Alcalá entered the city here. But the original medieval gateway was not to the liking of one of its regal users. When King Charles III entered Madrid in 1759, for his coronation, he was not impressed. He wanted a grander city, and a more impressive entrance. The Puerta de Alcalá is the result.
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Pilas del Navazo

You can find out about the history of Colmenarejo with a stop at Pilas del Navazo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Colmenarejo worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Colmenarejo is visit Auditorio San Lorenzo de El Escorial Theatre. Check this leading sight off your list, then discover more of the area's watersports and views.
How do I spend a day in Colmenarejo?
Once you've visited popular attractions like Abantos and Luis Ceballos Arboretum, spend some time discovering Colmenarejo's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Colmenarejo?
The top tourist attraction in Colmenarejo is Auditorio San Lorenzo de El Escorial Theatre, so don't forget to add it to your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Colmenarejo?
You can easily tick off popular attractions like Church of San Bernabe, Puente de la Alcanzorla and Pilas del Navazo with a three-day stay in Colmenarejo. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a bit longer and venture to Madrid.
What are some activities to do in Colmenarejo with kids?
Deciding what to do in Colmenarejo with kids has never been easier. Whether you're travelling with toddlers or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly sights to keep them happy here.
What to do in Colmenarejo for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or fan of nature, there's lots of things to do in Colmenarejo for adults including La Silla de Felipe II.
Are there free things to do in Colmenarejo?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Colmenarejo is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. Church of San Bernabe is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.