There are a large number of parks that adorn the city of Madrid. From the parks of the Royal Palace, to urban parks with amazing sculptures and fountains. Some of them contain works of art, appreciated all over the world. It is a great pleasure to walk in the parks of Madrid. That is why we have made a list of the best parks in Madrid that you should not miss.
El Retiro Park is the largest and most popular park in Madrid. It is an unavoidable attraction for every visitor. This green oasis covers an area of 125 hectares. A huge park that is perfect for walking and recreation is located in the city center. The Park has over 15.000 trees, many flowers and designed gardens. Only in this park can you see Andalusian classicist gardens, some of which were created during the Kingdom of Spain, and which were commissioned by some of the Spanish kings and queens for their personal enjoyment.
The Sabatini Gardens, together with two other gardens, form a complex of green oasis of the Royal Palace. The Spanish kings invested a lot in the beauty of their palaces. This is especially noticeable today. The White Royal Palace rises above the Sabatini Gardens and truly represents a masterpiece of greenery, which is located in the city center. On one side, the gardens overlook the San Vicente Brothers, and Bailen Street on the other. Nearby are also Plaza Oriente and Campo del Moro Gardens. This trio surrounds the royal palace.
Juan Carlos I Park is a Madrid’s park with the largest number of modern open-air sculptures. Architect Jose Luis Esteban is credited with the look of the park, along with a designer named Emilio Esteras. They are considered the most modern and urban artists (architects and designers) in Spain. Juan Carlos I is a member of the Spanish royal family, born in 1938, who, like all Spanish kings and queens, got his park in Madrid.
When it comes to the royal botanical garden, it is "done" really royal, as only kings know and want. Monarch Carlos III had a wish that there would be a garden in Madrid dedicated to the natural sciences. The garden was founded by King Ferdinand VI and, at the request of Monarch Carlos III, in 1755. Thus, in the 13th century, today's royal garden was created. At the very beginning, there were 2000 plants in the garden, all collected by the botanist Jose Kuer. The garden was made in three layers, and the goal was never only to exhibit plants, but also science and education. This garden is often visited by numerous scientists.
Campo del Moro park. The idea to make a beautiful flower garden in this place came from the Spanish Empress Maria Cristina. The garden is decorated in English style, in the middle of the 19th century. Back in 1931, the garden was declared a historical and artistic monument due to its beauty, history and culture. In this beautiful garden overlooking Madrid, you can see white statues, beautiful flowers and trees, romantic gardens, peacocks, fountains, and the Royal Palace stands in the background like a crown. The garden is very well maintained, the paths are arranged, there are benches where you can relax, as well as a free public toilet.
