Review
"Benefit from a European city break with insider knowledge from Cadogan Guides."
--House and Garden Magazine (United Kingdom)
"Standouts these days are Cadogan Guides . . . sophisticated, beautifully written."
--American Bookseller
"Understated, humorous writing."
--New York Daily News
--House and Garden Magazine (United Kingdom)
"Standouts these days are Cadogan Guides . . . sophisticated, beautifully written."
--American Bookseller
"Understated, humorous writing."
--New York Daily News
Book Description
The second edition of Cadogan's must-have guide to Madrid. With a stylish color photo essay to give you a taste of the city, inspirational ideas for a romantic day out or a tour of the city's architecture, and a fascinating commentary on all the sights, this is the only guide you need to Spain's buzzing capital.
From the Publisher
Whether you are planning your city break in advance or want instant guidance as you explore, Cadogan’s new series of City Guides make the ideal companions. They provide a truly accessible way into the heart of a city, with a unique introductory full colour section packed with ideas for days out and itineraries. Extensive, cross-referenced maps with all listings clearly marked make navigation a breeze. They also include a wealth of engaging cultural and historical knowledge, along with anecdotes and colourful stories written in the informed, personal way for which Cadogan is renowned. Other titles in the series are:
PARIS ISBN 1860118410
BARCELONA ISBN 1860118534
ROME ISBN 1860118429
AMSTERDAM ISBN 1860118437
BRUSSELS ISBN 1860118518
LONDON ISBN 186011850X
FLORENCE ISBN 1860118305
PRAGUE ISBN 1860118526
BRUGES ISBN 186011864X
--This text refers to an alternate
Paperback
edition.
From the Back Cover
Buzzing Madrid is constantly evolving as the pulsating heart of Spanish culture, economy, politics and entertainment. A dynamic and thoroughly modern metropolis, it is experiencing a period of cutting-edge urban development. Billboards overflow with opera, theater and flamenco shows, and the tempting pleasures of shopping, nightlife and tapas await you.
This guide is packed with ideas for a romantic weekend, to discover architectural gems or to hit the shops. It takes you off the tourist trail to the Madrid only the locals know – from neighborhood galleries to intimate restaurants. Our expert authors give the lowdown on the city, from the winding lanes of the old town to the chic shopping streets.
Inside you will find: 90 hotels, 170 restaurants and 80 bars, plus clubs, music venues, flamenco tablaos and puppet shows all personally reviewed; 20 detailed maps; 10 pages of full color maps with grid references to help you find every sight and recommendation in the guide; guided walks and itineraries take you on a tapas bar crawl, a cultural meander, and a stroll through the city's lushest parks and open spaces.
This guide is packed with ideas for a romantic weekend, to discover architectural gems or to hit the shops. It takes you off the tourist trail to the Madrid only the locals know – from neighborhood galleries to intimate restaurants. Our expert authors give the lowdown on the city, from the winding lanes of the old town to the chic shopping streets.
Inside you will find: 90 hotels, 170 restaurants and 80 bars, plus clubs, music venues, flamenco tablaos and puppet shows all personally reviewed; 20 detailed maps; 10 pages of full color maps with grid references to help you find every sight and recommendation in the guide; guided walks and itineraries take you on a tapas bar crawl, a cultural meander, and a stroll through the city's lushest parks and open spaces.
About the Author
Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls are passionate about Europe and have written over 40 books for Cadogan, including several in the Spain series. They have lived all over Europe, but are currently settled in a presbytère surrounded by vineyards in the Lot Valley, France.
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'Madrid spills out onto the streets in summer, with bars and cafés opening up their pavement terraces. When it all gets too steamy, there are plenty of ways to cool off: the Casa de Campo has outdoor swimming pools as well as a funfair, boating lake and zoo; and the Parque del Retiro has deliciously cool fountains, lots of shady picnic spots, and a very grand boating lake. And while you're just wandering, there's the architecture and atmosphere of the different barrios to soak up.'
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‘The city certainly defies the archetypes of Spanish romance. But a madrileño will tell you that Madrid is better than romantic, and that being anywhere other than Madrid is dead time, because a body is only really alive while in the city. Or as one madrileño told us: “Madrid is killing me, but it’s a great way to die” ’
--This text refers to an alternate
Paperback
edition.
