Parks and Gardens

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  • Parque de El Capricho
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  • Parque Enrique Tierno Galván
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Casa de Campo, El Retiro Park and Madrid Río are Madrid’s best known green areas, but almost every neighbourhood in the city has its own park, square or community garden in which to go for a walk or do a bit of exercise.

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Step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and spend a few hours relaxing in one of the Madrileños' favourite spots, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A botanic garden in the city centre with a selection of more than 5,000 species of plants. Open every day except Christmas and New Year's Day.

Fabulous English-style gardens in Hapsburg Madrid located right behind the Royal Palace.

Found in the former location of the Royal Palace's stables, this quaint park is a wonderful place from which to watch the sun set.

Running along the bank of the River Manzanares, this beautiful new park is the perfect place to have a long, laid-back lunch and spend the afternoon strolling, cycling or simply people-watching.

This wonderful natural space, home to attractions like the zoo and amusement park, is Madrid’s largest public park.

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

A beautiful 18th-century garden found off the beaten track.

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  • The Fuente del Berro Park is a splendid landscaped garden that was ordered by King Philip IV.

    Fuente del Berro Park
  • This small gem, hidden in Latina, retains all the charm and the original structure.

    Palacio del Príncipe de Anglona Gardens
  • The Oeste Park, a monumental green space between Plaza de España, Moncloa and the university campus.

    Oeste Park
  • Having been closed for many years, this 400-year-old park has once again be opened to the public.

    Quinta de Torre Arias
  • One of the best places to watch the sun set in Madrid, known popularly as 'the park of the seven boobs'. 

    Cerro del Tío Pío Park
  • In the east of Madrid lies one of the city's most unknown parks. Don’t miss its stunning almond trees which blossom in late February! 

    Quinta de los Molinos
  • This park is ideal for different activities, such as skating, canoeing or cycling.

    Juan Carlos I Park
  • This park, one of the largest in the city, located near Madrid Río, is home to the Planetarium and the IMAX.

    Enrique Tierno Galván Park
  • The Santander Park has ample areas for leisure and facilities to play various sports.

    Santander Park (Parque del Tercer Depósito)
  • Green space in the Villa de Vallecas district, presided by a large ornamental fountain.

    Parque de las Cataratas (Parque Vallecas Villa)
  • This natural environment surrounded by the River Manzanares in the Usera area is ideal for leisure and recreation.

    Linear Park of the Manzanares River
  • Green area located in the Ciudad Jardín neighbourhood, which houses three fragments of the famous Berlin Wall.

    Parque de Berlín
  • A secret garden in Hapsburg Madrid with fruit trees and an 18th-century bronze fountain.

    Huerto de las Monjas
  • Paseo del Arte (Art Walk) has a surprise in store for visitors: a tropical garden in this important train station.

    Tropical Garden at Madrid - Puerta de Atocha - Almudena Grandes station
  • This elegant garden situated in south Retiro must be seen during the spring months.

    El Retiro Rose Garden
  • Enjoy the world’s most beautiful rosebushes in one of the largest gardens in Madrid.

    Rose garden in Oeste Park
  • Designed by Manuel Herrero Palacios, this funeral monument was brought stone by stone from Egypt.

    Temple of Debod Gardens
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  • Quinta de Torre Arias
  • Parque Cerro del Tío Pío
  • Quinta de los Molinos
  •  Parque Juan Carlos I
  • Parque Enrique Tierno Galván
  • Parque de las Cataratas
  • Parque Lineal del Manzanares
  • Parque de Berlín
  • Jardín tropical Estación de Atocha
  • Rosaleda del Parque de El Retiro
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  • Templo de Debod. Foto: Álvaro López del Cerro. © Madrid Destino

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