Why Madrid?
Why learn Spanish in Madrid?
There is something special about the capital of Spain. It is a melting pot where people from all parts of Spain and the world have made themselves a new home. As it is one of the sunniest European cities, it is no surprise that there are so many terraces where you can eat or have a drink al fresco.
With its non-stop fiestas, tapas bars and clubs, its wonderful historic sites and museums, Madrid is a bustle day and night. It is a modern urban centre with a dynamic society and an extraordinary cultural life, which won’t disappoint you.
Madrid is also a perfect stepping off destination to explore most of what Spain has to offer. Places like Toledo, Segovia, Avila or Salamanca can be visited in one day. Valencia, with its sandy beaches and famous paella restaurants, can now be reached in a ninety minute train ride.
Ten reasons to learn Spanish in Madrid
- People from Madrid are friendly and welcoming. Despite its international environment, Madrid still keeps a village's flair.
- Madrid is one of the sunniest European cities, with a wonderful, artist inspiring daylight, that cannot be found anywhere else.
- The cost of living in Madrid is cheaper than in most other European capital cities, and than in other Spanish cities. You will find that you do not need to spend a fortune in your course, accommodation, food, transport and social life. Just as an example, you can eat a three course homemade meal, including drinks, for as little as 9 €.
- Enjoy concerts, ballet and spectacular flamenco shows. Numerous events, either classic or contemporary, fill the theatres of the city every week.
- Enjoy Madrid world-wide known museums and art galleries: El Prado, Reina Sofía, Thyssen Bornemisza. Discover emergent artists, this city is a living art market!
- Madrid and la Fiesta: there are cafes, tapas bars and nightclubs on almost every corner. As soon as the sun heats up the city enough to be out in shirt-sleeves many of Madrid's streets yield their space to the popular terraces. An ideal urban setting to relax, enjoy the food and the nice weather.
- Nice weather means lots of outdoor activities. You may like to go for a stroll or rowing in El Retiro, running or cycling in Casa de Campo, skating in Colón, or simply walk along the streets to enjoy some of Madrid's must see spots: Plaza Mayor, Palacio Real or Templo de Debod, all within easy walking distance.
- Spanish tasteful and affordable cuisine. Going out for tapas is more than eating, it is a way to go beyond gastronomy and to interact with other people.
- Madrid central location is perfect to visit many interesting spots nearby in one day. You can find ski resorts only one hour from Madrid city centre, or find yourself on the beach in ninety minutes.
- Shopping in the lively streets, from the more popular shops in Gran Vía, to the trendy independent outlets in calle Fuencarral or the famous flea market El Rastro on Sunday mornings. If money is not a worry, you can also visit the luxury boutique shops in the Serrano and Ortega y Gasset area.
All this, combined with a warm and welcoming population, has turned Madrid into one of the western world's great capitals which makes it just perfect to learn Spanish.
Escuela La Ola's location in Madrid
Madrid tourist information
