Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital, is a city rich in culture known for its world-class art museums, lively plazas, traditional tapas, and passionate flamenco. It blends historic charm with modern energy, offering visitors an authentic taste of Spanish life and heritage. Located at the exact geographic center of the Iberian Peninsula, Madrid is the primary gateway to Spain. Its central location makes it the perfect "base camp," with high-speed trains (AVE) that can whisk travelers to Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia in under three hours. In Madrid, "late" is a relative term. Lunch typically starts at 2:00 PM, and dinner rarely begins before 9:00 PM. The streets remain alive well past midnight with locals (Madrileños) enjoying the city's legendary social scene. Madrid is consistently ranked as one of the safest capital cities in Europe. It is famous for its "inclusive" vibe; there is a local saying: "If you are in Madrid, you are from Madrid." It’s a city that makes tourists feel like locals within 24 hours.