Madrid - Neil Schlecht

Berlitz Pocket Guide Madrid combines lively text with vivid full-colour photography to highlight the very best that this historic city has to offer. The Where To Go chapter details all the key sights and places to visit in Madrid, from the bustling cafs of Plaza Mayor and the royal palaces of El Escorial and Palacio Real, to the world-famous art collection of the Prado museum and the best tapas and flamenco bars in town. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you to get around with ease.

To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the Top 10 Attractions in Madrid, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Day in the city. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from shopping and sports to live music and nightlife.

You'll also be armed with background information, including a brief history of Madrid and an Eating Out chapter covering its convivial cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels and restaurants, and an A-Z to give you all the practical information you will need.