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Unusual Attractions in Madrid

Sobrino de Botin

The oldest restaurant in the world is this old-world Spanish eatery, still known for its suckling pig.

Palacio de Cristal

Madrid's romantically ornate crystal palace has been offering shelter to plants and art for over a century.

Templo de Debod

An ancient Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid, Spain.

Chamberí Ghost Station

Abandoned for decades, trains still pass through the now-restored remains of one of Madrid's first metro stations.

Atocha Station Tropical Garden

A lush indoor jungle fills this bustling Madrid transportation hub.

Fountain of the Fallen Angel

Commonly acknowledged as the only public monument to the Devil himself.

Real Jardin Botanico

Over two centuries old and counting, Madrid's massive botanical garden contains one of Europe's only desert environments.

Air Crash

A whimsical brother of the nearby Fallen Angel statue takes the falling part quite literally.

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Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Madrid

Sobrino de Botin

The oldest restaurant in the world is this old-world Spanish eatery, still known for its suckling pig.

Kiosko de Horchata Miguel y José

Madrid's last horchata kiosk is a blue-and-white beacon of refreshment.

Tío Pepe Sign

For decades, Puerta del Sol has been illuminated by a giant, guitar-wielding bottle of sherry.

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