Plaza Mayor
Madrid's main square, opened in 1620 under King Philip III, with his statue at the centre. It once hosted bullfights, fiestas and executions.
Plaza Mayor appears in 12 of the 16 Madrid vlogs we indexed, first in 2022, most recently in 2026.
12 moments in vlogs
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- NFKRZ
is Madrid the BEST capital in Europe? ๐ช๐ธ
Very crowded and noisy, with costumed characters and street hustlers; a caricature cost โฌ10.
- Eat See TV
The PERFECT Trip to Madrid Spain! Best Things to Do & Eat (Travel Guide)
The bars around the square are touristy and pricey; walk a few blocks out for better value.
- Exotic Vacation
How to Spend 3 Days in MADRID Spain | Travel Itinerary
Recommended for breakfast: a cafรฉ con leche and a chocolate napolitana at the square's cafes cost about 7 USD.
- Island Hopper TV
Best Things To Do in Madrid Spain 2026
Bars and cafes around the square suit coffee or evening wine and people-watching.
- World Wild Hearts
MADRID, SPAIN | 12 BEST Things To Do In & Around Madrid (+ Travel Tips!)
Its central location makes it the ideal starting point for exploring the surrounding streets.
The surrounding area has a lot of vegan restaurants.
- Ultimate Bucket List
Madrid Travel Guide - Complete Tour & City Guide to Spain's Capital
Turrรณn is made on site here, and it is worth buying some to take home.
- Tourist to Local
48 HOURS in Madrid (Spain's GORGEOUS Capital!) ๐ช๐ธ Things to Do + Eat!
Go early, before cafรฉ seating fills the square, to see the historical plaques that tell its story, including its fires.
- Naick & Kim
The PERFECT 3 Days in Madrid! Best Things to Do & Eat (Travel Guide)
Good for a sangria or tinto de verano on the terraces, but skip meals here because it is touristy and poor value.
- Martijn Around The World - Travel
How to Spend 3 Days in MADRID Spain | Travel Itinerary & Travel Guide
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