Fresh, seasonal, and healthy is the focus of the food here, and the folks at Naked & Sated have proved that healthy food can be both tasty and affordable.

Nest Boutique specializes in unique greeting cards, stationery, and decorative paper, but also sells a wonderful collection of accessories and home decor.

With their workshop a couple of doors down, these folks spend their days baking a variety of cakes, cookies, and pastries using minimal sugar and simple ingredients.

Tucked in Mercado de la Cebada, Gelato Lab serves Madrid’s best artisanal gelato — seasonal, handmade, and full of Sicilian soul and Spanish flair.

Beside the Almudena Cathedral lies Parque del Emir Mohamed I, home to Madrid’s oldest Arab wall — a quiet, powerful reminder of the city’s Muslim roots.

In Chamberí, Amadeo di Napoli Napoli serves up true Neapolitan pizza — with fluffy dough, charred crust, and a warm welcome that feels like home.

Hidden in plain sight, the Palacio de Liria blends aristocratic grandeur with artistic treasures—Madrid’s quiet gem where past and present meet.

Tucked in La Latina, this “casa a la malicia” hides extra floors behind a modest façade — Madrid’s clever 16th-century trick to dodge royal lodging laws.

El Perro de Pavlov is a tiny gem at La Latina’s edge — serving standout coffee, tomato toasts locals adore, and a warm, bookish, community vibe.

Hidden behind a plain door, a lively 17th–19th century corrala thrives — Madrid’s rare, living time capsule of community and history.

Bar Colores y Sabores is perfect place to arrive after a long day of exploring the city! The menu is short, but every plate is packed with taste and soul.

Plaza de Colón"in Madrid doesn't just feature Christopher Columbus' statue — find the towering, serene Julia and the statue of 'half-man' Blas de Lezo.