TRAVELING

Madrid is also a good jumping off point to get to cities throughout Spain. The best way to get there, whether it be train or flight, depends on the city.

Andalucia - This southern region of Spain is home to iconic cities such as Sevilla, Granada, and Malaga. These cities a more traditional idea of Spain, where the culture is more laid back and the climate is warmer. The best way to get to this region is by using a budget airline.

Barcelona - Located in the East of Spain this bustled city overlooks the Mediterranean sea and is know as one of Europes most trendiest cities. For getting to Barcelona you can take a bus, a high speed train, or a flight. The prices can very and at time be quite steep, so it's important to look at all of your options.

Balearic Islands - The Balearic islands are located just off the coast of Catalonia and include Ibiza, Menorca, and Mallorca. Although Ibiza already has a well known reputation, Menorca and Mallorca offer virgin beaches, a warm climate, and a nice place to get away. You can get to these islands on one of the budget airlines. 

Traveling Around Europe

As a major city, Madrid is well connected to the rest of Europe. You can travel to all major European cities using budgets airlines (Vueling, Ryanair, EasyJet, etc.) and it is quite affordable. Remember to always exercise caution when traveling in foreign cities. 

Madrid is a well connected city. It is easy to get to nearby towns and cities in this region of Spain by train. Nearby cities accessible by train that we recommend visiting including the following:

Toledo - Toledo is an ancient city set on a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain. It's known is an ancient city set on a hill above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha in central Spain. Als known for being the former home of Mannerist painter El Greco. Make sure you try the marzipan when visiting!

Segovia - Segovia is just northeast of Madrid and is famously known for it's rich architectural legacy, including medieval walls, Romanesque churches, a former royal palace and a Gothic cathedral.

Ávila - Ávila is the capital of the Spanish province of the same name, is a city in the rolling hill country northwest of Madrid. It’s best known for its intact medieval city walls, with 80-plus crenelated, semicircular towers and 9 gates, including the arched El Alcázar, on the eastern side.

It is also possible to get to other major cities in Spain by train or by budget airlines (Vueling, Ryanair, EasyJet, etc.). Major cities in Spain that many often visit include; Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga, Sevilla, Granada, and the Balearic Islands (Menorca, Mallorca, and Ibiza). 

Getting to & from the Airport