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Discover the vibrant culture, world-famous art, and rich history of Spain’s capital on a school trip to Madrid. This suggested itinerary is packed with iconic sights and inspiring museums, from the Prado and Reina Sofía to the legendary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Language students will also have the chance to practise their language in real-life situations as they explore the city and interact with the locals.
This school trip to Madrid is the perfect blend of art, language and culture. Designed for art, history, and Spanish students, the itinerary includes visits to two of Spain’s most renowned galleries — the Prado Museum and Reina Sofía — where students can engage with works by masters such as Goya, Velázquez, Picasso and Dalí. Beyond the galleries, the trip offers opportunities to explore Madrid’s vibrant street life, historic architecture, and public art spaces, helping students develop a broader understanding of Spain’s cultural heritage.
Spanish learners will benefit from daily opportunities to practise their language skills in authentic settings — whether ordering food, navigating the metro, or chatting with locals — making this an enriching experience both in and out of the classroom.
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Set off on a self-guided tour of the Real Madrid home stadium. You can explore areas including the dressing rooms and there are also interactive exhibits to learn more about the club. Sure to be a hit for the football fans among your students!
If you're going to be in Madrid over a Sunday or public holiday, be sure to head down to Plaza de Cascorro to explore El Rastro, Spain's biggest flea market! Soak up the local Spanish buzz and even hunt for some treasures yourself.
The grand El Retiro park is a beautiful gem amongst the urban landscape of Madrid. Its centrepiece is a huge monument with its own manmade lake, where you can rent a rowboat and paddle away!
If you want to get a feel of the hustle and bustle of Madrid, head to this large public square. It is one of the busiest places in the city for tourists and locals alike. There's a handful of statues and monuments to check out and also plenty of places to grab a snack or a drink.
A hotspot for visitors, the main square is lined with souvenir shops, boutiques, bars, cafes and restaurants and is definitely worth a visit. You may also catch some live music from street performers while you're there!
Museo del Prado boasts one of the largest collections of art in the world! The collection mainly consists of historic religious and royal works but also includes artwork from Spanish masters Goya and Velázquez. There's even a copy of the Mona Lisa from Da Vinci's workshop—without the crowds of the Louvre.
The home of 20th-century art, this museum features a mesmerizing collection, including paintings by Spanish-nationals such as Dalí and Picasso. You'll definitely want to get a look at the most impressive piece in the collection - Picasso's massive Guernica.
With a really interesting history as an academy for the arts, today the building is a museum housing a vast collection of artwork and sculpture. Amongst the most prominent features of the collection are 13 paintings by the master Spanish painter Goya.
The Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is a great choice to give your students an overview of works all the way from the Renaissance right through to the Pop Art movement thanks to its varied and expansive collection.
Found within the grounds of El Retiro park is this stunning example of cast-iron architecture. Previously a greenhouse for tropical plants, you'll now find temporary art exhibitions inside.
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