Landscape of Light (Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro)

A unique urban landscape where culture, science and nature come together. It is the first tree-lined promenade in Europe and is home to an exceptional concentration of institutions.

Monastery and Site of El Escorial

An impressive architectural complex that reflects the power of the Spanish empire in the 16th century.

Cultural Landscape of Aranjuez

An example of the complex relationship between nature and human action, with its palaces and spectacular gardens designed over centuries.

University and Historic Site of Alcalá de Henares

The world's first planned university city, whose model was exported to the Americas.

Montejo Beech Forest

Included in the set of 'Primary beech forests of the Carpathians and other regions of Europe', a recognition of its exceptional ecological value.

San Isidro Festivities

Around May 15.

The great patron saint's day of Madrid. The city is filled with concerts, activities and traditions. The people of Madrid dress up as 'chulapos' and 'chulapas' to dance the chotis in the Pradera de San Isidro.

LGTBIQ+ Pride (MADO)

End of June / beginning of July.

One of the largest and most important Pride celebrations in the world. The Chueca neighborhood is the epicenter of a week of concerts, parties and events that culminates with a massive and colorful demonstration-parade through the city center.

Summers of the Village

July and August.

A great cultural festival that fills the city during the summer with an eclectic program that includes theater, music, dance and circus on different stages throughout Madrid.

Popular neighborhood festivals (La Paloma, San Cayetano, San Lorenzo)

First fortnight of August.

The most traditional festivals in Madrid are celebrated in the neighborhoods of La Latina and Lavapiés. The streets are decorated with lanterns, popular festivals are celebrated, lemonade is drunk and people dance in the open air.