Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #14 in Madrid, Spain

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Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 3 km
Ascend 130 m
Descend 68 m

Experience Madrid in Spain in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in MadridIndividual Sights in Madrid

Sight 1: Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida

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Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida

The Royal Chapel of St. Anthony of La Florida is a Neoclassical chapel in central Madrid. The chapel is best known for its ceiling and dome frescoes by Francisco Goya. It is also his final burial place.

Wikipedia: Royal Chapel of St. Anthony of La Florida (EN)

564 meters / 7 minutes

Sight 2: Parque de la Bombilla

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The Parque de la Bombilla is a landscaped area in Madrid, parallel to the Parque del Oeste. In the past, the space was used as municipal nurseries to grow the trees that were later included in the streets. The park is located between Avenida de Valladolid, the University City and the old Estación del Norte, the C7 and C10 commuter railway lines pass between both gardens. On June 13 of each year, part of the park becomes the main stage for the festivities of San Antonio, in addition to the Circus, in winter and the Summer Cinema.

Wikipedia: Parque de la Bombilla (Madrid) (ES)

1105 meters / 13 minutes

Sight 3: La Rosaleda

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The Rose Garden of the Parque del Oeste also more formally known as the Jardín de Ramón Ortíz, Rosaleda de Madrid is a 32,000 m² rose garden, which is located in the Parque del Oeste in the city of Madrid, Spain.

Wikipedia: Rosaleda del parque del Oeste (ES)

346 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 4: Monumento a la Infanta Isabel

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Monumento a la Infanta Isabel

Infanta Isabel of Spain was the oldest daughter of Queen Isabella II of Spain and her husband Francisco de Asís, Duke of Cádiz. She was the heiress presumptive to the Spanish throne from 1851 to 1857 and from 1874 to 1880. She was given the title Princess of Asturias, which is reserved for the heir to the Spanish crown. In 1868, she married Prince Gaetan, Count of Girgenti, a son of King Ferdinand II of the Two Sicilies. Gaetan committed suicide three years later.

Wikipedia: Infanta Isabel, Countess of Girgenti (EN), Website

1024 meters / 12 minutes

Sight 5: Emilia Pardo Bazán

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The Statue of Emilia Pardo Bazán is an instance of public art in Madrid, Spain. Located next to the calle de la Princesa, it is dedicated to Emilia Pardo Bazán.

Wikipedia: Statue of Emilia Pardo Bazán (Madrid) (EN)

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