Retiro Park, located in the heart of Madrid, is a vast park covering 118 hectares of land with nearly 15,000 trees and two artificial lakes. It is considered the "lungs" of the city. The park was built in 1630 as a retreat for the king outside of the city. It gradually developed into an area that includes the Teatro Real, the Royal Ballet School, and the Palacio de Cristal. After several renovations and changes in rulers, King Carlos III opened part of the park to the public for recreational purposes. The park includes many attractions such as the Paseo de las Estatuas (Statue Walk), the Puerta de España (Spain Gate), the Rose Garden, the Monument to King Alfonso XII, and the Palacio de Cristal. The Statue Walk features statues of former kings, while the Spain Gate, built during the same period, is part of Gran Via. The Rose Garden is a unique garden that features a variety of rose species imported from various parts of Europe, although most were destroyed during the Spanish Civil War, leaving only 4,000 bushes. The Monument to King Alfonso XII, erected in 1922, is located next to the largest artificial lake in the park and is the largest memorial in the park. The Palacio de Cristal, built in 1887, is one of the most beautiful sights in the park, along with the lake in front of it. It is now primarily used for modern art exhibitions. The lakes are home to various species of birds and reptiles. Retiro Park not only attracts many tourists, but it is also a popular spot for local residents to relax and unwind.
"Parque de El Retiro" is the largest urban park in the Spanish capital of Madrid, located west of the city center. It used to be a royal hunting ground and has an area of over 1,700 hectares. Madrid Amusement Park and Madrid Zoo are both located within the park, making it ideal for families with children to visit.
This park located by the Madrid River is perfect for sports, with its slender structure ideal for cycling, skating, and running. It's also great for a morning jog with kids, and there are even hammocks for passersby to rest in.
Dehesa de la Villa Park
This park in the north has a specialized rubber track and bike lane. At the mountainside, there is an observation deck that overlooks much of Madrid. Take a stroll here, admire the sunset glow, and leave behind beautiful memories with your children in Madrid.
Enrique Tierno Galvan Park
This is the largest park in Madrid, with three ponds, sports facilities, bike lanes, and viewpoints. More importantly, it is equipped with two children's areas, which is believed to make children happy and forget to go home.
Western KI Caravan Park & Wildlife Reserve
The Retiro Park is the oldest park in Madrid, famous for its rose gardens and also has a children's play area. Bring your children to take some beautiful photos!
