#getting around

All our Madrid guides tagged getting around.

A commuter train waiting at a station platform in the Madrid region of Spain

Practical & tips Updated 29 July 2026

Getting Around Madrid: Metro, Bus and Cercanias

How to move around Madrid: the rechargeable travel card, which pass is worth it, the zone boundary that catches people out, the Cercanias trains for day trips, taxis and when to just walk.

A sunny view across Madrid rooftops toward the domes of the old center on a clear day

Trip planning Updated 11 February 2026

First Time in Madrid: The Complete First-Timer Guide

Everything a first-time visitor needs for Madrid: when to go, which neighborhood to stay in, what to book ahead, how to get around, what to eat and the rookie mistakes to skip.