Free things to do with kids in Madrid
El Retiro Park
Madrid's big central park, with playgrounds, tree-lined paths and a lake with rental boats.
Madrid Rio Park
A riverside Madrid park with 17 age-banded play zones, wood-and-rope climbing, bridges and summer water jets.
Plaza de Espana Play Areas
Redesigned play areas with climbing and slides in the square between the palace and Gran Via.
Plaza de Oriente Gardens and Play Areas
Play areas on the south side of the palace gardens, among paths and statues.
Retiro Puppet Theatre
A free outdoor puppet theater in Retiro Park with weekend shows of pirates, monsters and puppets.
Temple of Debod
An ancient Egyptian temple above Madrid in a city park, with carved details to find.