Compared to Plaza de Santa Ana, my favourite, much easier to get a seat (in May) and you can eat Tapas or at a proper restaurant. Had great Paella at a restaurant in one of the corners. Great chill out place. More

awesome area to sit with a pitcher of sangria and people watch More

I kept reading taht Plaza Mayor was a must see..however I was not impressed.. it felt dangeous and not much tosee but soem tourist shops and crazy peopel in the street More

Want to see all the cartoon figures in real life? Plaza Mayor is the place they all are. Can't get used to it but you can use alot of exits... More

This is a lovely square with lots of cafes and bars and a great place to people watch More

Fortunately the days we walked the square the protestors and police were just standing around enjoying the spectacle. More

Walk here from the Prado and then continue on to the Royal Palace and you will have seen a major chunk of medieval Madrid. The plaza itself is enormous. Do your eating and drinking a couple of blocks away to save money. Interesting architecture. More

Great place to hear some Spanish music and eat the typical food: Paella More

This stately cobbled square has witnessed quite a bit of the darker history of Madrid especially during the Inquisition . Close to Puerto Del Sol and the Real Palacio now it is a must see for tourists. There are hawkers and buskers everywhere along with a strong police presence. I recommend a peek into the Torro del Oro bar to... More