Madrid Layover

[Smiles3usa]

I have a 7 hour layover in Madrid (7:30 am to 2:30 pm continuing flight). Any suggestions/recommendations for what to do/see/or place to eat during that time?

 

Thanks

[CruisinMatt]

Semi-related, where is your final destination and what airline?

[Smiles3usa]

My final destination is Las Palmas. I have a nonstop flight on Iberia (2:30 pm to 4:15 pm) The ship leaves at 7:00 pm.

[ratherBcruzin]

Since you're clearing customs/immigration anyways, why not see some of Madrid. IIRC, there is a subway/train connection at from the airport to the city center, and you should have enough time to see some of the sights. You should be able to check/lock up your luggage at the airport if you choose to go into the city.

[betonic]

I agree with the previous poster about getting out and seeing some of Madrid. We flew through Madrid a few weeks ago and the two hours we had seemed eternal. I didn't see much to do and there were very few places to sit. Actually the gate area only had about 20 chairs!