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Madrid with Children: The Best Family Activities to Enjoy the City
Madrid is perfect for family holidays
Contrary to what some people think, Madrid is a fantastic city to visit with children. It has huge parks, museums that captivate young and old alike, a zoo, an aquarium, amusement parks and a year-round programme of family activities that never stops. What’s more, children are welcome in almost all restaurants, and the city’s outdoor culture makes it particularly family-friendly.
Retiro Park: Madrid’s green lung
The Retiro is the favourite park of Madrid’s residents and a paradise for children. The large lake with rowing boats, the Crystal Palace with its art exhibitions, the Paseo de la Argentina with its sculptures, and the many children’s play areas scattered across its 118 hectares mean that children won’t want to leave. What’s more, at weekends there are free magic shows, puppet shows and storytelling sessions at various spots around the park.
Madrid Zoo Aquarium
Located in the Casa de Campo, Madrid Zoo Aquarium is home to over 6,000 animals representing 500 different species, a world-class aquarium and a dolphinarium with daily shows. It’s a full day out that leaves children wide-eyed with wonder. It’s accessible by public transport (metro line 10, Batán stop) and there’s a special discount on admission for children.
Interactive and science museums for younger children
The Natural History Museum, with its collection of dinosaurs and stuffed animals, fascinates children from pre-school age onwards. The Railway Museum is another perfect choice for train enthusiasts. And the Madrid Planetarium organises screenings and workshops tailored to different age groups, turning astronomy into a memorable experience.
The Amusement Park and Madrid Río
For a day of thrills and fun, the Madrid Amusement Park (also in the Casa de Campo) has attractions for all ages, from the very youngest to dizzying rollercoasters. Madrid Río, the linear park along the banks of the Manzanares, is perfect for a more relaxed outing: zip lines, footbridges, cycle paths and fountains where the little ones can have an impromptu dip in summer.
Your family-friendly hotel in the centre of Madrid
The Hotel Cortezo, situated right in the heart of Madrid, is an ideal choice for families who want to explore the city without relying on public transport. Comfortable rooms, an unbeatable location and the Barrio de las Letras as the backdrop for your first explorations of Madrid.
Ready to experience Madrid from the heart of the city? Book now at Hotel Cortezo ★★★ and enjoy a prime location in the Barrio de las Letras, just a stone’s throw from the Prado, the Retiro and the most authentic side of Madrid. 👉 www.hotelcortezo.es