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Plaza Mayor
Plaza Mayor de Madrid
Plaza Mayor means Main Square. It’s an incredible feast for your eyes. The robust square is surrounded by three level buildings with vibrant, meticulous frescos along the balconies facing the square and has nine archway entrances. Some are not accessible and some entrances are.
The frescos of Plaza Mayor de Madrid
Inside Plaza Mayor, you’ll find the equestrian statue of Felipe III, under whose reign Plaza Mayor was built. Over the years, the plaza has been used as a venue for many activities, including bullfighting. Plaza Mayor shines with its architecture, beautiful frescos and the massive size of the square. Today, Plaza Mayor is one of Madrid’s premiere tourist attractions. It’s a great place to sit, relax and eat at one of the many (expensive) restaurants.
The equestrian statue of Felipe III in Plaza Mayor
Location: City center, a few blocks away from Puerto Del Sol
Cost: No cost to enter the square
Accessibility: The west entrance is on the north side of the plaza off Calle de Plaza Mayor. Easily accessible with a ramp up to one of the many entrances. Inside the plaza is a little bumpy with rough cobblestones.
Getting There: Walk, wheel