15 days in Madrid Itinerary

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

Step out of the city life by going to Puerto de Navacerrada – Estacion de Esqui and Puerto De Cotos. Museum-lovers will get to explore Prado National Museum and MQM Museo del Queso Manchego Toledo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Madrid: Chorrera de los Litueros (in Somosierra), Parque Natural Hayedo de Tejera Negra (in Cantalojas) and Penalara Natural Park (in Rascafria). Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral Primada, wander the streets of Casco Historico de Toledo, explore the galleries of El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, and steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Madrid road trip website.

Lagos, Nigeria to Madrid is an approximately 9-hour flight. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Lagos in January: high temperatures in Madrid hover around 12°C and lows are around 2°C. On the 13th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.