MATESL in Madrid

From Simmons Library Research Guides

Use this resource to help you get around Madrid.

General Information

• Europe for Visitors- Madrid
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  This website gives a good overview of the common modes of transportation used to navigate Madrid, including hours of service when applicable- and it's in English!
  
  
• Metro de Madrid
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  This is Madrid's equivalent to the MBTA. Though the website is in Spanish, the map of the system need not be translated to be understood. Access the system map here!
  
  
• Tax-Free Shopping
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  It is likely that you will do some shopping while you are in Madrid. Did you know that you can do so without paying tax on many items? This website explains the steps you can take to be refunded for tax paid on the items that qualify.
  
  
• Biblioteca Nacional de España
  In EnglishEn Español
  The library is the usual choice when searching for a quiet place to study. Before you go, take a look at the library's rules, as they differ from those of libraries in the United States!
  
  
• U.S. Embassy in Madrid
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  Should you lose your passport while abroad, visit this site to find out what you need to do. Other important information for travelers, including emergency assistance information, can also be found on this website.
  
  

Museums

• Museo Nacional del Prado
  In English En Español
  The Prado art museum is home to such notable works as Goya's "The 3rd of May 1808 in Madrid: the executions on Principe Pio hill" and Velazquez's "The Family of Felipe IV, or Las Meninas," as well as many other significant works. Take note that the section that lists admission prices also lists those times during which admission is free!
  
  
• Reina Sofia
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  Spain's museum of 20th century art. The Reina Sofia is home to Picasso's Guernica.
  
  
• Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza
  In EnglishEn Español
  A private museum with a rich collection ranging from early Flemish paintings to Pop Art.
  
  

Dining

• Restaurants
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  This website lists all the restaurants in Madrid known by a popular travel book publisher. Listed are a restaurant-produced description and, when they exist, reviews from travelers who have dined there. You may limit the restaurants displayed based on cuisine or desired price range.
  
  
• Vegetarian/Vegan
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  Making sure you know what you are eating can be difficult when abroad, but vegetarians and vegans have it easy at the establishments listed here!