[2025 Madrid Attraction] Travel Guide for Great Pond of El Retiro (Updated Aug)

#solotrip Traveling solo through Spain was an unforgettable adventure. I started in Barcelona, where I wandered through the Gothic Quarter, admired Gaudí’s masterpieces, and enjoyed tapas at a bustling market. The city’s energy was contagious, and watching the sunset from Park Güell was pure magic. Madrid felt more traditional but just as vibrant. The Prado Museum was a highlight, and strolling through Retiro Park offered a peaceful break from the city’s rush. At night, I joined a small group for a flamenco show—an intense, emotional experience. Bilbao was a different world, blending Basque culture with modern art. The Guggenheim Museum’s architecture was stunning, and pintxos (small Basque-style tapas) in the Old Town were a must-try. For solo travelers, Spain is safe and well-connected by high-speed trains. Eating alone is no problem—just grab a seat at the bar, and you might end up chatting with locals. Each city had its own charm, making this solo trip truly special.

An exotic and romantic city to vist you would never forget in your lifetime ✈️ 💖 And traveling by car across Spain is just too easy and worthwhile 🚗⭐️ The very first thing after landing is taking the taxi to the city centre and we checked into 📍the Hotel Catalonia Goya where located very nearby to all the attractions 🏜️it costed us 💰£160 per night I found the price acceptable considering the convenience 👍🏼 Well, not just that. the view from the Juliet balcony is a wow 🤩 you can see the blue blue sky and a beautiful architecture 📍Basílica de la Concepción de Nuestra Señora in front of you ⛪️ We didn’t rent a car on the first day because most of the places are within walking distance 🤭 🚶‍♂️ Here are some places and restaurants I really loved 🥰 🥘🥩🍽️ On the first day in Madrid, Spain 🇪🇸 📍 Puerta de Alcalá ⭐️ - 13 mins walk from the hotel 📍 PUERTA REAL ⭐️ -Entrance of the park 🏞️ 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 These places are all inside the park 🥰 🏞️ 📍 Great Pond of El Retiro Estanque Grande de El Retiro ⭐️ - It’s famous for water activities there such as canoes and small rowboats 🚣‍♀️ 📍 Statue of Jaci- And other monuments 📍 Fountain of the Fallen Angel ⛲️⭐️ 📍 Rose Garden 🌹 📍 Palacio de Cristal ⭐️ - The glass house in the middle of the park ) 📍 Velázquez Palace ———————————————— 📍 Museo Nacional del Prado - Arts Museum £14/ ticket 🎫 📍🥘 Mas Al Sur ✨ -Highly recommend You will meet two very polite and gentle owners who from South America 🥰 they have good Spanish food and drinks 🍹 When it comes to cuisine, you’d better try their paella 🥘 Sangria 🍹 Iberian ham 🥩 croquettes 🍽️ Awww! The 2nd in Madrid, Spain 📍 Mercado de la Paz -Casa Dani✨ Tortilla de potatoes 🥔 🥚 🥖 📍 Plaza Mayor - grab a local lemon beer inside the plaza, it’s refreshing 🍋🍺 📍 San Miguel Market If you haven’t digest the Tortilla de potatoes This is the best place for you You can buy all different kinds of tapas (small bites) they literally have millions of choices 😋 These places are right next to each other 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 📍 Catedral de la Almudena ⛪️ 📍 Plaza de la Armería 🏛️ 📍 Royal Palace of Madrid 👑 📍 Sabatini Garden (Royal Garden) 🪴 📍Temple of Debod ( Egyptian Temple) 📍 Plaza de España After the last landmark, we pick up a rental car at The Six by the Plaza de España To say goodbye to Madrid 😝 👋 Next city is …… 📍Sevilla 9/22 #awesomepic #foodie #summervacation #spain #madrid #city #spanishfood

🇪🇸Spain🌳 Retiro Park (Parque del Retiro) + Crystal Palace (Palacio de Cristal) Madrid’s favorite urban oasis—perfect for a relaxing stroll, boat ride, or even a performance! In the center of the park sits the dreamy Crystal Palace, a must-see for Instagrammers. Best of all, it’s free to visit! 🇪🇸Spain🌳 Retiro Park (Parque del Retiro) + Crystal Palace (Palacio de Cristal) Madrid’s favorite urban oasis—perfect for a relaxing stroll, a boat ride, or catching a street performance! Right in the heart of the park sits the dreamy Crystal Palace, an Instagram hotspot, and best of all, it’s free to visit! #August2025

The park is very large and is divided into several areas, including the Crystal Palace (which is under repair in 2025 and may not open until 2026); the gardens are beautifully designed. There are many tourists.

#JuneTravelSupport The central space of El Retiro Park, originally built as a royal lake for the Spanish royal family in the 17th century. With an area of approximately 37,000 square meters and an average depth of 1.27 meters, the park is now a haven of urban relaxation. A magnificent equestrian statue commemorating King Alfonso XII of Spain stands on the lakeshore, and a semicircular colonnade surrounds the lake, making it a popular photo spot and boating destination. Boat Ride – The Ultimate Relaxing Experience Boat rentals are very reasonable, at around €6 on weekdays and €8 on weekends for 45 minutes. While lines can form on weekends, mornings or weekday mornings are recommended to avoid the crowds.

Take a ham sandwich from Picnic Iberico and eat it while taking a walk in Retiro Park!! There was a lot of grass and a lot of musk, so I was able to heal properly The lake was really big, so I looked around for about 2 hours and came back!! #Overseas travel #Trip moment review #European travel #Madrid #Retiro Park

Had an amazing 6-day trip to Madrid, a city full of history, culture, and incredible food! Explored Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, soaking in the lively atmosphere before trying delicious tapas at Mercado de San Miguel. The Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral were stunning, and a flamenco show added to the authentic Spanish experience. Enjoyed a peaceful afternoon at Retiro Park, visited the Prado Museum, and walked along the bustling Gran Vía. Took a day trip to Toledo, wandering through its medieval streets and admiring the mix of Christian, Jewish, and Islamic influences. Another trip to Segovia was unforgettable, with its impressive Roman aqueduct, fairy-tale-like Alcázar, and the famous cochinillo (suckling pig). Wrapped up the trip in Malasaña, a trendy neighborhood with great cafés, vibrant street art, and cool boutiques. Ended with churros at Chocolatería San Ginés—a must-try! Some areas could have been cleaner, but overall, Madrid’s charm, history, and energy made it an unforgettable trip!!!!!

#AugustGoodPlace2024 #Spain #SpanishTravel #SpanishGoodPlace 《Great Pond of El Retiro》Colombia, 2, Retiro, 28016 Madrid, Spain The lake and the magnificent view, the lake in the center is really pleasant. You can rent a rowing boat for a tour, the boat price is 6 euros, the sailing time is 45 minutes, and you can enjoy a great atmosphere. There are few people on weekdays, but more people on weekends. You can take a leisurely walk in the park. A beautiful oasis. A relaxing and pleasant experience. Recommended to everyone.

#EuropeanTravel 🇪🇸Madrid, Retiro Park🇪🇸 📍Location: Retiro 28009 Madrid Retiro Park is a very large park representing Madrid, with a circumference of 4km. There is a large Retiro Lake in the park, and people were enjoying their leisure time by boating. There were also citizens having picnics or lying down on the lawn to sunbathe. Please enjoy your leisure time at Retiro Park like Europeans☺️ #Spain #SpainTravel #Madrid #MadridTravel #RetiroPark

#OverseasFlightEvent 📍Retiro Park Even though it was a rainy and cloudy winter day, it was charming and atmospheric~ You can see ducks and black swans + various birds, and it was nice to walk around 🦆🦢🦤🪿🍃 It's close to the Prado Museum, so I recommend you visit it together!

📌Retiro Lake (Estanque Grande de El Retiro) 📌Park, Lake 📌P.º de Colombia, 2, 28016 Madrid, Spain It is a huge lake located in the center of Retiro Park. Since the lake is so large, you can easily see peddlers and caricature artists around it. Among them, the most eye-catching thing was people kayaking on Retiro Lake. It was a place where I could feel that they loved their daily lives while watching people spending time with their lovers on blue boats on the calm lake. It is a precious space that makes me look back on my busy life so far, so if you want to enjoy some leisure time, I recommend visiting Retiro Lake! (By the way, I recommend not buying items from peddlers! It is a waste of money because the quality is not guaranteed!) #European travel #Madrid travel #Spain travel #Hot place

#EuropeTravel #madrid #Madrid #MadridTravel #SpainTravel 📌 Madrid Retiro Park In the middle of Retiro Park is the emerald-colored Retiro Lake. Since it is an artificial lake, you can see beautiful colored water all year round. Enjoy the peace while sitting on a chair around the lake and watching people boating!