Plaza de Espana
Located at the end of one of Madrid's busiest streets, Plaza de España forms the western base of Gran Vía. Its borders are also delineated by two of the city's most famous and tallest skyscrapers: Torre de Madrid - Madrid Tower - and Edifico España - Spain Building.
Occupying the center of the plaza is a monument to Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, the famous Spanish playwright, poet and novelist. Surrounding the base of the monument are statues of characters from the writer's most famous work, Don Quixote de la Mancha. The protagonist and his sidekick, Sancho Panza, are accompanied by figures of Don Quixote's love, represented on one side by the peasant woman Aldonza Lorenzo and on the other as the imaginary Dulcinea de Toboso.
Day and night, the Plaza de España is a popular meeting spot for locals and tourists often find themselves here to rest on the benches and snap a few photos.
Practical Info
The plaza is accessible via the Plaza de España metro stop, which also serves the nearby Palacio Real - Royal Palace.
Tours & Tickets
Madrid Panoramic Tour with Museo del Prado
Embark on a 2 1/2 hour sightseeing bus tour of Madrid and discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares, ending with an entrance to the world´s ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Madrid Panoramic Tour with Museo Reina Sofia Entrance Ticket
Embark on a sightseeing bus tour of Madrid and discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares with a brief stop at the Hard Rock Café for a ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Madrid Panoramic Tour with Royal Palace Entrance Ticket
Embark on a sightseeing bus tour of Madrid and discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares with a brief stop at the Hard Rock Café for a ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
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 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
Madrid Guided Panoramic Tour with Wax Museum
Take a 2 1/2 hour sightseeing bus tour of Madrid and discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares, ending with an entrance to the Wax Museum. You ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Madrid Casino Gran Vía Entry and Evening Sightseeing Tour
Combine at a glamorous night at the casino with an evening tour of Madrid’s top sights. Hop aboard an open-top, double-decker bus to enjoy unobstructed views ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Madrid Panoramic Tour with Entrance Ticket to Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Embark on a sightseeing bus tour of Madrid and discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares with a brief stop at the Hard Rock Café for a ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Madrid Full Day by High Speed Train from different points in Spain
Full day excursion to Madrid by High Speed Train from different departure points in Spain (Malaga, Barcelona & Valencia). Including a Madrid aternoon ... Read more
Location: Málaga, Spain
Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
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.)
