Madrid
Madrid is a CITY in Madrid, Spain.
Madrid, the capital of Colombia's Cundinamarca department, is a vibrant city blending colonial charm with modern energy. Nestled in the Andes at 2,600 meters, it offers crisp mountain air and stunning views of the surrounding peaks. Stroll through the historic Plaza de Bolívar, admire the neoclassical Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción, and explore the bustling Mercado de la Concordia for local crafts and fresh produce. The city is a gateway to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and the scenic Sabana de Bogotá. With its lively plazas, street art, and a thriving café culture, Madrid invites travelers to savor Colombian coffee, sample arepas and ajiaco, and immerse in the warm hospitality of its people. Whether you're hiking in nearby hills or enjoying a night of salsa, Madrid offers an authentic Colombian experience.
Best time to visit Madrid
The best time to visit is during the dry season from December to March and July to August, when skies are clear and temperatures are mild (18-22°C). These months offer ideal conditions for outdoor activities and sightseeing. The rainy seasons (April-June, September-November) bring frequent showers but fewer crowds.
October
NowRight now
- Condition
- Partly cloudy
- Temperature
- 16°
- Feels like
- 16°
- Humidity
- 79%
- Wind
- 8 km/h
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
Typical for October
- Weather
- Cool 13-19°C, rainy
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- Low
Rainy, good for budget travel
Weather from Open-Meteo
Know before you go
Getting there
El Dorado International Airport
International
35 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
20 Mbps
Mobile data
Good
WiFi
Available in most hotels and cafes in city centre
Local SIM
Local SIM available at Bogotá airport from $5 (Claro, Tigo)
Stay safe
Overall
7/10Petty theft is the main concern; violent crime is rare in tourist areas.
Night safety
6/10Petty theft is the main concern; violent crime is rare in tourist areas.
Transport
8/10Scam risk
5/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 11:28
More facts
Population
3,255,944
Type
City
Neighborhoods in Madrid
Abrantes
Acacias
Adelfas
Aeropuerto
Alameda de Osuna
Almagro
Almenara
Almendrales
Aluche
Amposta
Apostol Santiago
Arapiles
Aravaca
Arcos
Arganzuela
Argüelles
Atalaya
Atocha
Barajas de Madrid
Bellas Vistas
Berruguete
Buenavista
Butarque
Campamento
Canillas
Canillejas
Carabanchel
Cármenes
Casa de Campo
Casco Histórico de Barajas
Casco Histórico de Vallecas
Casco Histórico de Vicálvaro
Castellana
Castilla
Castillejos
Chamberí
Chopera
Ciudad Jardín
Ciudad Universitaria
Colina
Comillas
Concepción
Corralejos
Costillares
Cuatro Caminos
Cuatro Vientos
Delicias
El Plantío
El Viso
Embajadores
Entrevías
Estrella
Fontarrón
Fuencarral
Fuencarral-El Pardo
Fuente del Berro
Gaztambide
Goya
Guindalera
Hellín
Hispanoamérica
Horcajo
Hortaleza
Ibiza
Imperial
Jerónimos
Justicia
La Latina
La Paz
Las Águilas
Las Cortes
Las Tablas
Latina
Lavapiés
Legazpi
Lista
Los Angeles
Los Rosales
Lucero
Madrid Centro
Marroquina
Media Legua
Mirasierra
Moncloa-Aravaca
Moratalaz
Moscardó
Niño Jesús
Nueva España
Numancia
Opañel
Orcasitas
Orcasur
Pacífico
Palacio
Palomas
Palomeras Bajas
Palomeras Sureste
Palos de Moguer
Pavones
Peña Grande
Pilar
Pinar de Chamartín
Pinar del Rey
Piovera
Portazgo
Pradolongo
Prosperidad
Pueblo Nuevo
Puente de Vallecas
Puerta Bonita
Puerta del Angel
Quintana
Recoletos
Rejas
Retiro
Rios Rosas
Rosas
Salamanca
Salvador
San Blas-Canillejas
San Cristobal
San Diego
San Fermín
San Isidro
San Juan Bautista
San Pascual
Santa Eugenia
Simancas
Sol
Tetuán de las Victorias
Timón
Trafalgar
Universidad
Usera
Valdeacederas
Valdebernardo
Valdefuentes
Valdemarín
Valdezarza
Vallecas
Vallehermoso
Valverde
Ventas
Vicálvaro
Villa de Vallecas
Villaverde
Vinateros
Vista Alegre
Zofío
Frequently Asked Questions
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