Madrid Viewpoints

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Don’t forget to bring your camera and enjoy the best views! This wish that everyone shares when they arrive in a new city can come true easily in Madrid. There are viewpoints in strategic places, inside historic buildings or in representative areas, from which it is possible to contemplate the urban framework, the roofs of the old quarter, the open horizon, with the backdrop of the Guadarrama Sierra, or simply, the sky that has so often been painted by the great maestros of the universal art. Do you want to know where these special balconies are?

Mirador de la Cornisa observation deck

Between the Royal Palace and La Almudena Cathedral, this observation deck offers wonderful vistas of the Casa de Campo and Campo del Moro parks.

Faro de Moncloa

Enjoy wonderful vistas of the city from this observation deck. Open Tues-Sun (except for special dates). Don't miss the souvenir store!

Mirador Madrid

Great observation deck at Cibeles Palace, from which you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city.

Círculo de Bellas Artes

Where Calle de Alcalá and Gran Vía meet, here stands this monumental building offering one of the finest views of Madrid.

Terraza del Café del Río (Avenida de Portugal, 1) © Álvaro López

Outdoor Bars and Cafés

After a long day touring the city, relax on a terrace with a drink or a meal and watch the sun set.

Monument to Alfonso XII

This large structure at the lake in El Retiro Park offers great vistas from the viewpoint hidden under the statue of the horse.

La Almudena Cathedral Museum

A window into the history of the diocese of Madrid, open to visitors in the Hapsburg tourist area.

Temple of Debod

A second-century Egyptian temple donated to Spain during the construction of the great Aswan Dam.

Vistillas Gardens

An incredible sunset can be enjoyed from this popular park in La Latina district.

San Francisco el Grande Gardens

A botanical garden in Los Austrias district boasting stunning views of Madrid

Huerta de la Partida

A park close to Puente del Rey with spectacular views of the Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral.

Casa de Campo Lake

This lake, with exceptional views of Madrid, is a recreational area where people of all ages can spend their free time.

Teleférico de Madrid con las Cuatro Torres al fondo

Madrid Teleférico

Enjoy Madrid from the air (access via Pintor Rosales and Casa de Campo). Temporarily closed for works.

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Discover its spectacular terrace located on the 27th floor of this new hotel located in the Edificio España (Entrance: 5 euros, morning/afternoon. 10 euros/night)