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Things to see and do with kids in Madrid

Madrid has endless fun and entertainment to offer kids on holiday. While it is a bustling city, known for its art galleries and nightlife, it is also very family-friendly. The variety of children's attractions in Madrid is profuse, enough to keep everyone happy (parents included!).

Attractions range from palaces and markets to parks and playgrounds. One of the favourite palaces to visit is Palacio Real, with its vast treasure collection, and kids also love seeing Santiago Bernabéu stadium, home to another of Spain's 'treasures' - the Real Madrid football team. The Teleférico, a cable car from Paseo del Pintor Rosales to the Casa de Campo, is another exciting Madrid adventure for children.

The best time to take kids on holiday to Madrid is in spring or autumn, when the weather is at its most pleasant and there aren't too many tourists around. However, in May there are a couple of events that attract quite a crowd and families may need to book accommodation and hire cars well in advance.

Cine Aventura Agüí

Cine Aventura Agüí, one of Madrid's charming old movie theatres, has been converted into a play centre for children featuring ball pools, slides and trampolines, as well as a maze and an art area. There is also a small coffee shop in the...  see full details

Safari Park

A great day out for the kids is a trip to the Safari Park, set in an African-style savannah landscape and home to giraffe, camel, zebra and rhino, as well as some entertaining monkeys. Not to be missed are the daily lionp-taming shows,...  see full details

Madrid Zoo and Aquarium

Home to nearly 3,000 animals from all over the world, as well as an impressive aquarium, the Madrid Zoo is a great attractions for kids on holiday in the city. Highlights of the zoo include koala bears and giant pandas, as well as...  see full details

Burrolandia

The Burrolandia donkey refuge, just a short way out of the city, is a great place to take children while on holiday in Madrid. With upwards of 26 donkeys to take care of, there is always plenty of loving, petting and feeding needed...  see full details

Parque de Atracciones

Parque de Atracciones is a fantastic amusement park in Madrid for kids to visit, offering a number of rides and attractions for all ages. The Virtual Cinema is a simulator with moving chairs that kids will love, and the Spectacle of Sound, Light...  see full details