Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherLonely Planet Pocket Madridis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. View the marvellous frescoes at Plaza Mayor, see Picasso'sGuernicaat the Reina Sofia, or have a picnic in Parque del Buen Retiro; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Madrid and begin your journey now!InsideLonely Planet Pocket Madrid:Full-colourmaps and images throughoutHighlightsand itinerarieshelp you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tipsto save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential infoat your fingertips- hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets- eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missFree, convenient pull-out Madrid map(included in print version), plus over 19 colour neighbourhood mapsUser-friendly layoutwith helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your timeCoversSalamanca, Plaza Mayor, Royal Madrid, El Retiro, La Latina, Lavapies, Malasana, Chueca, Sol, Santa Ana, Huertas, and moreThe Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet Pocket Madrida colourful, easy-to-use, and handy guide that literally fits in your pocket, provides on-the-go assistance for those seeking only the can't-miss experiences to maximise a quick trip experience.Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of Madrid's neighbourhoods? Check out ourLonely Planet Madridguide.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out ourLonely Planet Spainguide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, orLonely Planet Discover Spain,a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions.Authors:Written and researched by Lonely Planet.About Lonely Planet:Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.