Paseo de la Castellana Madrid

I would like to visit Paseo de la Castellana while visiting Madrid. This is where Madrid's financial district is located. Here you will find hotels, Santander's headquarters, and the famous Santiago Bernabeu stadium which is home of the Real Madrid soccer team.

Financial District London

While in London I would like to visit Financial District, better known as "The City" or "Square Mile". Here you will find the London Stock Exchange, Bank of England, Baltic Exchange, as well as the famous Gherkin, among other buildings that are crucial to England's economy.

 

Financial District is widely known for its architecture, with it's vast variety of modern skyscrapers. Square Mile sits on the northern side of River Thames and is about ten minutes walking distance from the London Bridge.

Madrid

While in Madrid I want to try to go to the National Archeological Musuem; Museo Arqueologico Nacional. http://www.man.es/man.home/html.

Dina C. 

Very Excited!!

One more day guys.. it's only tomorrow and then we are off!! <3

Most of you guys have already posted what I had in mind but I just wanted to drop off these sites (although I think they might be posted already) but these are great ideas of things to do in both London and Madrid!

London: http://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/101-things-to-do-in-london

Madrid: http://www.timeout.com/madrid/things-to-do/20-great-things-to-do-in-madrid

Madrid!

So on this website: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g187514-Activities-c38-Madrid.html

I found really cool things to do on all levels. Specifically for people who are the adventurous type you can do: Parapark, Routes & Adventures, and Danco Aventura.

Nightlife: Vinicola Mentridana, Marula, La Pinta, La Trocha, Las Tablas, La Venencia, and Sauna Puerta de Toledo.

So I know a lot of us like to shop, so on this website: http://www.10best.com/destinations/spain/madrid/shopping/ they have the following best places.

 

Clothing Stores

Clothing Stores
by Sarah Rogers

1.     Mango

2.     Biscuit

3.     Mercado Fuencarral

4.     Playground

5.     Zara

6.     Custo

7.     Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

8.     Adolfo Domínguez

9.     Devota & Lomba

10.   Desigual

Best Shopping

Best Shopping
by Sarah Rogers

1.     Mercado de San Miguel

2.     Custo

3.     Adolfo Domínguez

4.     Patrimonio Comunal Olivero

5.     ABC Serrano

6.     Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

7.     Zara

8.     El Rastro

9.     Calle Serrano

10.   Calle Preciados

On this website: http://travel.usnews.com/Madrid_Spain/Things_To_Do/

It has a really cool list of what we can visit at an affordable list. From stadiums to museums J

While in Madrid...

I'm planning on visiting Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Cibeles, Gran Via, and I'm hoping to be able to attend El Rastro: the oldest flea market in Madrid.

Plaza Mayor has been used for bullfights, soccer games, public executions and markets in the past, but is now one of the biggest tourist attractions in Madrid. They also have a ring of old and historic shops and cafes that seem like a pretty good time.

Plaza de Cibeles is a city landmark of Madrid that is well-known for its marble sculptures and fountains that have become symbolic monuments for the city over the years, but is most importantly famous for the Cibeles Palace which is also Madrid's city hall. 

Gran Via is a shopping street in central Madrid that is actually a few minutes away from Plaza de Cibeles. It is known as the "the street that never sleeps" and "one of the streets with more nightlife in Europe." It is famous for its hotels, movie theaters and most importantly, its beautiful architecture. 

Last but not least, El Rastro is known to be Madrid's oldest flea market. Here one can find second-hand clothing, vinyl records, jewelry, etc. Along the sides of the street where the the flea market is held are other antique shops one can visit as well. Unfortunately, the flea market is only held on Sundays. It is also best to make it out early in the morning to avoid a bigger crowd later on in the day. 

BOOKS!

Hi guys!
I want to go to a bookstore or two so here are some possibilities.

Fuentetaja at Calle Bernardo 35, subway: Noviciando. Traditional book store. Books, coffee, bistrot, some intimate concerts in the cellar.
Panta Rhei at Calle Hernan Cortes 7, subway: Chueca. Specializes in art and design.
Ocho y Medio at Calle Martin de los Heros 11, subway: Ventura Rodriguez. Specializes in cinema.
A Punto at Calle Pelao 60 subway: Chueca. Gastronomy.
Marcial Pons at Plaza Conde del Valle de Suchil 8, subway: San Bernardo. Specializes in history and humanities.
La Casa del Libro at Gran Via 29, subway: Gran Via or Callao. The largest book store in Madrid.
Pasajes at Calle Genova 3, subway: Alonso Martinez. Books in English, French, ect.
Madrid Comics at Calle Silva 17, subway: Santo Domingo. Comics from Spain, France, and the U.S.