Casarrubios del Monte Things to Do

Undoubtedly among the oldest and best collections of paintings in Spain, the 17th-century examples stand out above all. The most interesting works include two self-portraits of Goya, canvasses by Ribera, Murillo and Velázquez a... more

The Puente de Alcántara bridge has a history that pre-dates its Islamic name (in Arabic "alcántara" means bridge). It was originally constructed in the Roman era. It was later destroyed then rebuilt during Arabic times (854). I... more

This is the place to go to get a great view of old Madrid. Just off Calle Bailén before reaching Calle Segovia, you can see the Palacio Real (Royal Palace) and the Casa de Campo. Not only that, but it is a favored venue for con... more

Headquarters to an organization responsible for improving relations between Spain and South America, this lovely old palace acts as a venue for numerous cultural events throughout the year. It contains a newspaper and magazine... more

The Military Museum is currently closed. They are expected to reopen in 2008. Toledo's hilltop fortress, the Alcạr, dominates the city. The Romans, Visigoths and Arabs all built fortifications on this site. Alfonso VI establ... more

This convent's museum houses an important collection of paintings, sculpture, tapestries, and precious metalwork donated to the order during the reigns of Carlos I and Felipe II. Highlights include paintings by Zurbarán, Rubens... more

The post office headquarters was built in an eclectic style that displays Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance features with a pinch of French detail, American sky-scraper and Spanish Modernism. The result is magical. The Postal... more

Located in the "literary quarter" of Madrid, The Convento de las Trinitarias is best known as the burial place of Miguel de Cervantes, the author of the famous Don Quixote. Unfortunately the body of Cervantes can no longer be f... more

Built in 1835 by liberal intellectuals, the Ateneo is one of Madrid's main centers for cultural activities. It was frequented by Pio Baroja and other famous writers. Containing one of the best periodical collections and librari... more

"Cigarral" is the name given to a small country retreat on the outskirts of Toledo that includes an area of farmland and gardens surrounded by a typical stone or adobe wall. This is one of the most important houses of this kind... more