Parque del Buen Retiro
Parque del Buen Retiro - or Park of the Pleasant Retreat - is Madrid's most expansive park and landmark, covering 1.4 km2 (350 acres). Known locally as just "El Retiro", the park is referred to as "The Lungs" of Madrid, providing the majority of the greenery to feed off of the carbon dioxide of urban life and release enough oxygen to keep its many residents and visitors alive.
One of the city's most popular attractions, Parque del Buen Retiro is filled with numerous statues, gardens, galleries and a beautiful lake. People go to meet with friends, to read or picnic, and to admire the art, both indoors and out. You can even rent yourself a boat to paddle around the lake. During the warmer months, also be sure to catch the free concerts in the park every Sunday afternoon.
Practical Info
Originally property of the royal family, El Retiro still has palaces on its grounds. These have since been transformed into museums hosting Spanish art and army artifacts. The park is also home to monuments commemorating King Alfonso XII and the victims of the Madrid train bombing in March 2004. For more art and history, visitors may also visit the Prado museum located just outside and midway along the park's western border.
Tours & Tickets
Walking Tour in the Retiro Park in Madrid
Enjoy a gentle walk through the amazing Retiro Park of Madrid, lungs of our city and the icon of many "madrileños"! It is not just a huge park in ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Madrid Buen Retiro Park Small-Group Tour and Skip-the-Line Prado Museum Ticket
Delve into magnificent Buen Retiro Park, Madrid’s most popular relaxation spot, on a 1.5-hour small-group guided walking tour, and then enjoy ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
Retiro Park Madrid Segway Tour
Enjoy the highly popular Retiro Park on this 1.5-hour Segway Tour. Start with 2-3 min training on the segway, you'll visit one of the most beautiful parks in ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
Madrid Highlights Guided Segway Tour
Discover Madrid on a smooth, self-balancing Segway during a 2- or 3-hour tour. The 2-hour Madrid Segway Tour will take you to the city center which has been ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Madrid Retiro Park Electric Bike Tour
Enjoy a route of 2 or 3 hours on electric bikes to one of the most beautiful parks in Europe. Marvel at the Crystal Palace, The Fallen Angel Statue, and the ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Private Madrid Walking Tour: Famous Retiro Park
Take this opportunity to enjoy a great Madrid experience during this 4-hour private tour of the Madrid’s Retiro Park with your own guide. Enjoy a great ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Madrid 3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour
Enjoy this 3-hour bike tour to see the main attractions of Madrid. You will cross Madrid from the West to the East and you can choose among an electric Mobiky ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Private Guided Half Day City Tour in Madrid with Private Vehicle and Chauffeur
Take this opportunity to enjoy a great Madrid experience during this 4 hour private tour of the city with your own private guide and private luxury vehicle ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Madrid Highlights Tour with Santiago Bernabeu Stadium Entrance
Match a sightseeing tour of Madrid with a visit to Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, home ground of the legendary Real Madrid football team. See the buildings that ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Madrid Bike Tour
Take this fun Madrid cycle tour and see the city at its best! Visit all the famous sights, from the Royal Palace and Retiro Park to Plaza Mayor and Puerta del ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
