Daytrips around Madrid
Spain
El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen
El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen offer a compelling mix of royal grandeur and powerful 20th-century history, set among the beautiful mountains just an hour from Madrid by train.
Cuenca
Cuenca is a breathtaking cliff-top city famous for its medieval Hanging Houses and dramatic gorge views. Just under an hour from Madrid by high-speed train, it is a hidden gem well worth discovering.
Segovia
Segovia dazzles visitors with its towering Roman aqueduct and fairy-tale Alcázar castle. This UNESCO-listed city is just 27 minutes from Madrid by high-speed train and is perfect for a memorable day out.
Toledo
Toledo is a stunning medieval city just 30 minutes from Madrid by train, where Christian, Muslim, and Jewish heritage blend together in a remarkably preserved historic old town.