Hey there! I’m Jaime 👋
If you are planning a trip to Madrid and want to skip the generic tourist traps, eat where the locals actually eat, and experience the real soul of this city, you are in the right place.
I have lived in Madrid for over 20 years. I’ve walked its cobblestone streets, watched neighborhoods transform, and spent countless nights discovering the best taverns, secret viewpoints, and cultural gems.
Madrid All Included isn’t just another generic travel blog; it’s my personal love letter to the city I call home, built to give you the exact same recommendations I would give my own family and closest friends.
Why Trust This Guide?
Internet travel guides are currently flooded with automated content written by people—or algorithms—who have never even set foot in Spain. They recommend the same three crowded plazas and overpriced restaurants because they simply copy each other.
Here, things are completely different. Every single guide, review, and itinerary on this website is based on real, lived experience:
- 20+ Years of Local Footprint: I don’t just visit Madrid; I live its daily life, from the morning commutes to the late-night tapas runs in La Latina.
- 100% Honest & Independent: If a popular tour is a waste of money, I will tell you straight out. If a famous restaurant has gone downhill, you’ll read it here first. I value your trust over any affiliate commission.
- Up-to-Date Real Logistics: I constantly update my posts with real-time Madrid logistics—from 2026 high-speed train schedules to venue curfews and local crowd-bypassing hacks.
My Secret Madrid (At a Glance)
To give you a taste of my local perspective, here is how I personally rank and navigate some of the city’s most talked-about spots:
| Madrid Experience | The Generic Tourist Vision | The Local Reality (My Take) |
| Tapas Dining | Overpriced set menus on Gran Vía. | Authentic 100-year-old taverns in Malasaña or Ponzano. |
| Prado Museum | Wandering aimlessly for 4 overwhelming hours. | A targeted 90-min small group tour to see the true masterpieces. |
| Day Trips | Slow, crowded, and expensive tour buses. | Taking the fast 33-minute AVE train straight to Toledo or Segovia. |
| Flamenco Shows | Expensive and heavy “dinner + show” tourist combos. | Booking “show only” at top tablaos, then eating out in La Latina. |
What You Will Find on Madrid All Included
- Curated Itineraries: Step-by-step master plans to maximize 1, 3, or 5 days in the city without burning out.
- Honest Food & Neighborhood Guides: Deep dives into the best tapas bars, culinary rules (like navigating the Madrid late-dining culture), and neighborhood secrets.
- Major Event Survival Guides: Logistics, transport hacks, and booking strategies for everything from stadium concerts to seasonal local traditions.
Let’s Connect!
I want to make sure your trip to Madrid is absolutely unforgettable. If you want to see what I’m up to in real-time or need a quick local tip, make sure to follow my journey or check out my video guides and my newsletter:
- 📺 Watch on YouTube: Join the Madrid All Included Channel to get visual street guides and live event logistics.
- 📩 Contact Me Directly: Have a question about a specific neighborhood or itinerary? Drop me a line through my contact page, and a real local human will answer you.
Welcome to Madrid — let’s explore it like a local!
