55 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Madrid - Atlas Obscura

Unusual
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Templo de Debod

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

Palacio de Cristal

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

Sobrino de Botin

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

Chamberí Ghost Station

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

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.

Atocha Station Tropical Garden

A lush indoor jungle fills this bustling Madrid transportation hub.

Air Crash

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

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Barquilleros of Madrid

To earn a waffle from these vendors, you must first play a game of roulette.

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