One of the most visited destinations of the continent, the bustling city of Madrid is surrounded by some of the most attractive medieval cities in central Spain - Toledo, Ávila and Segovia, each one of them within easy reach of the Spanish capital.

MADRID
Madrid has been able to find a balance between the respect and conservation of its old traditions and the demands of modern times, creating a unique environment for students to sample the Spanish culture.
Attractions
» Royal Palace & Cathedral Almudena
» Plaza Mayor
» Monastery of El Escorial
» Las Ventas Bullring
» Templo de Debod
Entertainment
» Warner Bros. Movie World
» Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
» Aquopolis Water Park
» IMAX Madrid
» Parque de Atracciones Theme Park
Museums & Exhibitions
» Prado Museum
» Thyssen Bornemisza Museum
» Reina Sofia National Museum
» Madrid Planetarium
» Zoo Aquarium
» Museum of Publicity
» Rodin Museum
» Museum of Air and Space
» Museum of Fashion and Textiles
» Dalí Museum
» Museum of the Cinema

TOLEDO
The arrival of the Arabs in the 8th century, added to the presence of Christians and Jews, made Toledo the “city of the three cultures”. The way these communities lived side by side for centuries has been reflected in the form of a great artistic and cultural legacy.
» Alcázar
» El Greco Museum
» Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo
» Tavera Hospital
» Church of St. Thomas
» San Juan de los Reyes Monastery
» Santa Cruz Museum
» Synagogue of Santa María La Blanca
» Synagogue of El Transito

ÁVILA
Ávila is a world heritage city within day trip distance of Madrid. Its tall city wall is one of the best kept medieval walled enclosures in Europe.
» Basilica of San Vicente
» Ávila Cathedral
» Santa Teresa Convent
» Royal Monastery of St. Thomas

SEGOVIA
A symbol of the city, the Roman aqueduct is a magnificent work of engineering. It is still in excellent condition and is one of the best-preserved Roman building projects anywhere.
» Alcázar de Segovia
» Cabildo Catedral de Segovia
» Church of the True Cross
» Monastery of El Parral
» Royal Palace of La Granja
» Roman Aqueduct (Acueducto Romano)