Estadio Santiago BernabeuStadium tour of the Real Madrid ground, taking in the pitch side, dressing rooms and trophy room. Booked by time slot. Free below 5.
Palacio Real de MadridThe royal palace, with state rooms, the armoury and the changing of the guard on set days. Around two hours, and buggies are allowed in most rooms. Free below 5.
Plaza MayorArcaded square in the old centre, closed to traffic, with cafes under the arches and street performers. A Christmas market fills it in December.
FreeOutdoor space
Teleferico de MadridCable car from Parque del Oeste across to Casa de Campo, about eleven minutes each way with views over the city. Currently under renovation (Nov. 26).
Templo de DebodAncient Egyptian temple moved to Madrid stone by stone, standing in a park west of the centre. The sunset view behind it is the reason to go late in the day.