The sunshine spot just three hours from Dublin with 34C summer temps, €2.50 pints & €27.99 Ryanair flights
IRISH holidaymakers heading to Spain usually head to beach resorts, but its capital city also has a lot to offer tourists.
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During the summer, average daily temperatures reach around 34C
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The town is full of stunning architecture
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The famous Cibeles Fountain
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It is renowned for its European art, including the Prado Museum's works by Goya, Velázquez and other Spanish masters.
In the heart of the city you'll see the old Habsburg - the Plaza Mayor which is lined with porticos.
Nearby, you can see the baroque Royal Palace and Armory, displaying historic weaponry which is perfect for history buffs.
Or to relax in the park, visit the Buen Retiro Park to enjoy the scenery and liven up your Instagram.
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The city is full of famous museums, bustling nightlife and
There are a range of historic sites that are definitely worth a visit.
The Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen museums are world-renowned, but there are several smaller ones that offer loads to tourists too.
These include the Sorolla Museum and cultural centres like the Matadero or Conde Duque, which hold innovative exhibitions, concerts and guided tours.
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You can head to see the Royal Palace, the Plaza Mayor with 400 years of history, the Puerta del Sol or the four tallest towers in
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And the city is classed as the capital of nightlife, food and fashion.
If you're looking to do some shopping, the Gran Via is full of different shops to suit every taste.
You can head to luxury shops on the Golden Mile, vintage stores in Fuencarral, new designer markets at the Mercado de Motores, or craft workshops and bookshops over 100 years old.
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You can enjoy a range of different
Some markets have been turned into eating spaces like San Miguel, which is classed as a gastronomic shrine.
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A pint will set you back just €2.50 - ideal for enjoying a drink in the sun.
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