Madrid
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See | August 2011
Madrid
GUERNICA
Picasso's 1937 masterpiece, Guernica, is arguably one of the fi nest paintings of all time. See it for yourself at the Reina Sofi a alongside work by Miro, Dali and Duchamp. A treat for art lovers.
Address: MUSEO NACIONAL CENTRO DE ARTE REINA SOFIA, 52 SANTA ISABEL. | Tel: +34 917 741000
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Hotels | August 2011
Madrid
ME MADRID
What used to be the fusty Grand Hotel Reina Victoria is now part of the trendy boutique brand ME. The roof-terrace bar (pictured) is popular bright young things and the bedrooms are decked out in handsome monochrome, with leather easy chairs. Doubles from €145.
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Bars | August 2011
Madrid
LA TARASCA
A friendly and unpretentious bar not far from heaving Atocha Station. The caipirinhas and mojitos are top notch; ditto the Arganda wines and chilled Mahou beer, all served up with a smile.
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Restaurants | August 2011
Madrid
PAN DE LUJO
In a very smart district north of the Retiro, Pan De Lujo is the place to take someone you want to impress. They'll be dazzled by the futuristic furniture and achingly modern lightbox décor. The food is pretty stylish, too. Try the baby squid.
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See | January 2011
Madrid
Caixa Forum Madrid
A dilapidated ex-power plant refurbished as a space-age sculptural icon, this vibrant cultural centre on the Paseo del Prado is free to visit. The visually awesome vertical garden with 15,000 plants outside the entrance is known as the “multicoloured living painting”.
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Hotels | January 2011
Madrid
Hotel Maria Elena Palace
This hotel is located in Madrid's old town in a relatively quiet side-street. The crystal dome in the entrance enhances the Hispanic feel, while the well-appointed bedrooms are traditional and comfy and the breakfast fabulous. Rooms from €92.
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Bars | January 2011
Madrid
Fortuny
In a former 19th-century palace, Fortuny is a bar, nightclub and restaurant set over three floors, playing commercial and house music, popular with the over-30s. Drinks aren't cheap but it's a top night out.
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Restaurants | January 2011
Madrid
El Mercado de la Reina
On Madrid's famous Gran Vía, La Reina offers traditional Mediterranean fare: meat stews, fish dishes and the famous Reina “Queen” hamburger with all the trimmings. After the meal go downstairs and enjoy a drink in the funky Gin Club.