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SAN MARTÍN DE VALDEIGLESIAS
In San Martin de Valdeiglesias is a must visit the medieval stone castle of La Coracera and the botanical garden and park of plant sculptures of the town, 'the enchanted forest', after which you can always taste some wine from the D.O. Vinos de Madrid, purchase it in its wine shop and wineries in the region, or enjoy a typical dish like some potatoes revolconas, representative of the area.
It is also possible to make an excursion to the Visigothic cemetery that borders the Cerro de las Mesas and allows in a scenic setting to visit the ancient tombs, or another excursion, a little further north, to the Fuente de la Cancha, a watering hole that normally has no water but is worth it just for the views it offers.
The Pantano de San Juan is located nearby and is a recreational area for thousands of Madrilenians, who consider it the beach of Madrid. Surrounded by restaurants and rest areas, it will make you feel as if you were on an island paradise in the heart of the Peninsula. Here you will find nautical and summer leisure facilities, and campsites if you want to extend your stay in a familiar and safe environment.
Another route is the Andrinoso Trail to the Cerro de Mambroso. This trail, of great length, starts from the south of the town of San Martín de Valdeiglesias and passes through the Cerro de Castillejos. From there you will reach the Cañada Real, which coincides with the Arroyo de Majadal and passes through the Cerro de La Puebla. Following the trail you will find the Cerro de Mambroso, where the intense green will delight your eyes for a few minutes.
Combining nature, architecture, active and multi-adventure tourism, wine tourism and gastronomy may seem a complicated task, but everything is possible this summer in San Martín de Valdeiglesias.
Villas de Madrid is a group of eleven unique destinations that stand out for their cultural heritage. They are spread across different parts of Madrid, surrounded by landscapes as diverse as moors, countryside and alcarrias, foothills, hills and pastures, as well as the high mountain landscapes of Guadarrama and Somosierra. All have managed to maintain their rural authenticity, while offering a quality tourist infrastructure prepared to meet the needs of its visitors.
The balloon ride starts early in the morning, close to sunrise. All our balloon flights are first class. The whole activity lasts approximately three hours, one hour of which corresponds to the flight. Ballooning is extraordinarily safe. ‘Siempre en las nubes’ also includes a celebration with champagne and a picnic at the landing site and a presentation of flight diplomas. .
‘Siempre en las nubes’ performs balloon flights over cities and places declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. In the region of Madrid we perform flights over Aranjuez. If you wish, we have official tourist guides in each location to accompany you during your flight.
Welcome to the largest multiplayer virtual reality centre in Madrid. Virtual Arena takes you to a full immersion of hyper-reality VR with 6 multiplayer games in 50 minutes or 30 minutes experiences in a room with more than 500m2 dedicated to virtual reality.
Players can move freely wherever they want within a large open room sharing the same game (up to 12 simultaneous players in some games) and enjoying a mind-blowing, hyper-realistic, immersive VR experience.
CWith this scenic paragliding activity, we offer you a most stimulating time. Paraglide over the peaks of the Sierra de Guadarrama in Miraflores de la Sierra and enjoy the magnificent views.
With a tandem paraglider, we will ascend to the highest peaks to fall even more in love with the sierra from the air. In addition, we will be accompanied by an expert pilot. This way, we will be able to see the peaks of the Sierra and who knows, maybe we will find an eagle or a vulture.
The activity will consist of a 15 to 20-minute flight, although the total activity can last between 2-3 hours. Access will be by 4×4. The flights will reach altitudes of between 400 and 1,000 meters, altitudes from which you will be able to enjoy spectacular views.
Adventure and Nature
You can navigate the Tagus River as it passes through Aranjuez in the way you prefer: kayaking, paddle surfing or dragon canoeing. A unique experience where you can discover the Royal Site from an exceptional point of view and get a glimpse of landmarks such as the Royal Embarcadero, the 1806 Castle or the Casa Marinos.
Discover Aranjuez, the Tagus River and its surroundings
This is a 5Km route starting from the Club Escuela de Piragüismo de Aranjuez facilities, with a duration of 2 hours and a low difficulty.
An active but calm sport, within the reach of both experienced riders and beginners. Enjoy nature and the landscape. Relaxation and unique sensations that vary from one time of the year to another, from one day to another, almost from one hour to another...
Within this unique natural environment in the region of Madrid, one of the jewels in the crown is undoubtedly the Sierra de Guadarrama. At its heart, barely 40 km from the big city, is the estate of La Dehesa del Guerrero, in the municipality of Becerril de la Sierra.
From there the equestrian routes start, always with a reduced number of participants (maximum six) to offer a practically personalised enjoyment, always accompanied by a monitor, with docile horses that also allow children to join in? Come to the mountains!
On the back of donkeys, we will walk through an incredible nature in Sierra de Guadarrama.
AAt the calm rhythm of the animals, we will discover the flora and fauna of one of the purest, most beautiful and wildest corners of our mountain range. From one hour to several days routes.
We will also discover many things about this wonderful animal, which has contributed so much to our civilization and that we have relegated to oblivion.
AA RITMO DE BURRO has as its ultimate goal the recovery of the Zamorano donkey, an endangered breed.
Monte Holiday Ecotourism's tree houses near Madrid offer you the incredible possibility of fulfilling a dream we've all had at one time or another. Sleeping in a treetop surrounded by fresh air and nature, whilst enjoying spectacular views and unsurpassed tranquillity.
Falling asleep to the song of the tawny owl, reading a book to the nocturnal melody of the night owl. Sharing the terrace with the yellowthroats or the coal buntings, which perch amicably claiming their right to enjoy the magnificent views. Waking up to the peck of blue tits or chaffinches, who welcome the day from our hut in the trees.
LThe picturesque and comfortable cabins, which faithfully imitate a bird's nest, are located in the Valle Alto del Lozoya, in the Sierra Norte. These tree houses near Madrid offer unbeatable panoramic views of the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park, as they are set among the treetops at a height varying from 4 to 7 metres.
Treat yourself to a high altitude getaway in our magnificent tree houses. Close to Madrid and to Segovia, and in one of the most beautiful enclaves of the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park, the surroundings add even more charm to our cosy wooden cabins. Are you ready to discover them?
The Aula Apícola Sierra de Hoyo, located in a spectacular and exclusive Nature Reserve in Hoyo de Manzanares, is a pioneering center of its kind in the region of Madrid, designed to offer visitors activities in the middle of nature, with a strong informative character.
Although the central theme of the Aula Apícola Sierra de Hoyo, as its name suggests, is the honey bee and beekeeping, the activities offered are closely linked to the environment in which it is located, so that visitors can learn about it and value it. Thus, in addition to the bees, the fauna, the flora and forest management and the traditional uses linked to the forest make up the contents of the various activities offered.
The activities, depending on the chosen theme, will include guided tours along the interpretive trail, visits to the beehives or workshops with different contents.
This is not a visit to a winery, it is a journey that will take you from the vineyards of San Martín de Valdeiglesias to the best coves of the Pantano de San Juan.
The experience begins in the vineyards surrounding our winery, located in the middle of nature on the top of a hill, explaining the particular characteristics of our land and the viticulture work that is carried out throughout the year.
Afterwards, you will enter the winery where you will visit our winemaking and ageing rooms. In each of them we will tell you about the main steps in the winemaking process. We continue the visit in ValleYglesias Restaurant with our Tasting Menu. And, after lunch, we will go to the San Juan Reservoir. It is essential to come with a swimming suit: you will need it.
A boat trip that will surprise you with the beauty of each of the corners that make up the reservoir. We can take a refreshing swim and regain strength to finish the day watching the sunset from the water with a drink in your hand.
Enjoy Madrid and its cultural richness in this experience next to the Monastery of Pelayos de la Presa. It is a very important medieval building in the Region of Madrid, built in the 12th century and declared of Cultural Interest since 1983.
We will begin with a visit to our winery, in the heart of the Sierra de Gredos, to enjoy a walk through the vineyards, literature and winemaking, ending with a wine tasting. And, back in Madrid, we will continue the experience visiting the Monastery of Pelayos de la Presa, the only medieval monastery in the province; and we will enjoy its nine centuries of history, walking through the space through the different architectural styles that make up the monument, ranging from Romanesque to Baroque. Not to be missed!
Chinchón, declared one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, has the medieval charm of the 15th and 16th centuries.
Imagine touring its streets, protected by Heritage, in a pleasant thirty-minute ride on a tourist train, while you discover the most special corners and their history through an explanation during the journey.
Afterwards, you will arrive at a centenary winery, where you will be conquered by the wonderful flavours and aromas of the best wines of Madrid. A guided tour of the facilities will take you back 150 years.
You will discover the secrets of the 5th generation of winemakers who continue to make wine in earthenware jars, as well as a commented wine tasting and a tasting of typical products from Chinchón.
A transforming, luminous and sidereal experience. Enjoy observing the night sky of the Sierra de Gredos, in the middle of nature and away from the light pollution of the city. In addition, during the observation, we will enjoy a tasting of wines from the winery, so you can live a complete experience with friends, family or as a couple.
A really exciting and relaxing wine tourism activity, perfect to disconnect from the stress of everyday life. The surroundings, the night time and the accompaniment will make this sighting a sky of flavours and sensations. The start and end time is adjusted according to the time of the year, to guarantee the best observation. The estimated duration is 3 hours, come and see the stars!
The cosmopolitan trend of the Food Hall lands in Madrid with Galería Canalejas. Up to 13 different restaurants are distributed among the more than 4,000 square metres of floor space that make up this great gastronomic hall. A large space in the form of a market of flavours that integrates culinary proposals inspired by the cuisines of the world.
Reputed chefs have designed specific proposals for this new space, which promises to be the new trendy gastronomic experience in the capital. 19.86 by Rubén Arnanz is the proposal of the Segovian chef, Castilian cuisine in a metropolitan format. Rubén is a promising young chef who already has a Michelin Star.
Julián Mármol, who holds another Michelin Star, has installed two new restaurants in this Food Hall: Monchis and The Eight. The former fuses Mexican and Japanese cuisine. The second, The Eight, presents the ember as its great ally. With the use of Binchotan charcoal, traditional Japanese charcoal, its sandwiches and hamburgers acquire a unique touch.
You'll also find Oriental, Italian, traditional, wine and meats and, of course, pastries, desserts and jams... It's all there, at Galería Canalejas!
"Dans le noir ?" is more than a restaurant, it is a unique sensory and human experience. It is about having lunch or dinner in total and absolute darkness, guided by blind waiter-guides.
In this restaurant you dine in the dark and put all your senses to the test: taste, smell, touch and hearing. Chef Edwin Cuevas creates dishes and plays with local ingredients to obtain different flavours, textures and smells in a tasting plate to enjoy in complete and absolute darkness. The originality of the ambience also makes the menu something special to discover. Enjoy an exquisite selection with your senses enhanced by a unique environment.
In addition, the experience that stands out the most is with the blind or visually impaired waiter-guides, so they will exchange social roles completely for the duration of the lunch or dinner. They are our eyes and our personal guides during the whole experience!
Enjoy a different kind of train journey without leaving Madrid with an unforgettable meal in one of our train carriages.
Our restaurant evokes a small station, equipped with two old restored train carriages, and we also have a charming terrace on one of the platforms.
Get on the train and let's go!
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A cutting ham master will delight attendees with an authentic tasting of acorn-fed Iberian ham. This experience is organised for events and groups looking for an intimate and private experience to enjoy and delight in our great national product.
In addition to the tasting, the experience allows you to learn about the fascinating world of ham, its qualities, the different designations of origin, its processes and particularities. The tastings take around an hour and a half and are paired with Jerez wines, as well as cheeses and artisan bread.
The experience can be organised in private spaces, in the company's premises or at the group's request. The aim, in addition to the delight of the product itself, is to deepen the tasting experience, to observe and learn from the best cutting ham masters about a tradition that crosses all borders. Don't hesitate!
Located in the centre of Madrid in a building with more than 100 years of history, for the last 25 years it has been filled with opera, gastronomy, art, familiarity and hospitality. Drinking, eating, laughing, meeting friends and listening to live opera is possible on the same stage. It's fun with good taste.
Going back in history, the name La Favorita comes from an opera by Donizetti to which the Navarrese tenor Julián Gayarre was particularly fond of. Julián Gayarre (1844-1890) died in Madrid at the age of 45. He was at the zenith of his career, having triumphed from St. Petersburg to Buenos Aires, via London's Covent Garden, the Paris Opera, La Scala in Milan and, of course, the Teatro Real in Madrid.
His style of singing remains a benchmark to this day, in addition to his supernatural voice and the example of his work and perseverance, which took him from shepherding sheep in the Navarrese Pyrenees to the highest heights of musical art. His honesty and generosity are also, without a doubt, a good example for our times.
What stands out most about La Favorita is the atmosphere that every night and day is created. It has a fantastic outdoor space with a garden and several reserved spaces. It guarantees a special celebration with a good dose of Navarrese gastronomy and live opera entertainment.
Discover Platea Madrid, the space where gastronomy and entertainment merge with class and style.
In the emblematic Goya street you can find this great cosmopolitan space that offers an a la carte restaurant with table service. Its gastronomic proposal bets on the format of small portions, with wines, glasses and tapas, as well as cocktails.
The hallmark of Platea Madrid is fusion, the pairing of food and drink, as well as the fusion of cuisines and culinary styles. Enjoy a classic cocktail bar or dare with innovative proposals, all in a design environment, designed to elevate the experience to another level.
The space accepts reservations for corporate events and is open to the general public from Friday to Sunday. Check its program and book your table at Platea Madrid.
The most vibrant show of recent times has moved to Madrid, offering a powerful, innovative and sonorous experience that moves and touches the audience through music and an original gastronomic performance.
More than 150,000 spectators of all languages and ages have enjoyed this brilliant show, where music is undoubtedly the main protagonist. After 10 months of success, WAH becomes the first permanent show in the capital.
In WAH you will find everything: a 2000 square meter Food Hall, gastronomic performances, theatre and stage acts and a great after party. And all along, a great storytelling on the history of music. What are you waiting for!
This activity, reserved only for a lucky few, will take you to a colony of more than 100 penguins on an exciting journey where you will learn all the secrets and care of these special birds.
The seven species of penguin that live in Faunia will show you what their life is like in one of the most remote regions of the planet; South Georgia Island, near the Antarctic Peninsula, and, in this environment, both adults and children from 4 years old will discover with their keepers the temperatures, the snowfalls and the extreme solar cycle that reigns in their ecosystem, living with them a unique and unrepeatable adventure.
Dive in the Cívitas Metropolitano, one of the most modern and spectacular stadiums in the world. Here you can discover its fascinating Territorio Atleti museum, which will delight fans and those curious about the history of soccer.
With the stadium tour you will live a unique experience and feel like a historic soccer player, visiting the most common areas of the entire club. You will be able to visit the locker room, the tunnel leading to the field of play and the goalmouth. You can also get a close-up look at the dugout and the exclusive areas of the stadium, such as the presidential box.
For its part, the Territorio Atleti museum will immerse you in the past of a club with more than 100 years of active history. Up to 1,400 meters with touch and interactive screens, binoculars, projectors or virtual reality complete a complete tour to relive the most representative historical moments of one of the most important clubs in Madrid. Don't miss out!
The Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas is the world centre of the most traditional Spanish fiesta: bullfighting. Thanks to the Las Ventas Tour, you can discover at your own pace, with an audio guide translated into 10 languages, the most hidden corners of this monumental building, learn about its history and architecture, as well as the rituals of this art that has captivated the public for generations.
You'll be able to visit the bullrings, the stands where the audience attends the show, contemplate the magnificent neo-Arabic style arena, including the royal box, and then go down to the alley and step into the bullring itself, and finish the tour in the beautiful chapel and the Bullfighting Museum of Madrid, with its spectacular range of works by the great masters and costumes of the most important bullfighters in history.
An essential and very attractive visit for all those who want to learn more about the culture and traditions of Spain.
The Private Tour to El Escorial focuses on the history of Philip II, son of Charles V and great collector of imposing works of art, incunabula books, as well as religious relics. Philip II was an extremely Catholic king who also believed in astrology and art as tools of state and El Escorial represents the mystical-political vision of the monarch.
The imposing monastery and palace of San Lorenzo de El Escorial was built by Philip II in the 16th century and houses the tombs of all but two of Spain's kings. On our Private Tour of El Escorial you will discover who was left out and why, as well as showing you some of the architectural gems that are not normally shown.