Madrid, Spain
La Latina is old Madrid with cobblestone streets and authentic tapas bars where Spanish families actually eat. Sunday's El Rastro market gets completely packed but has great atmosphere. Easy to get lost in the medieval layout, so keep your phone GPS handy.
This is old Madrid with narrow cobblestone streets that can turn into a maze if you're not paying attention - keep your phone GPS handy. Calle Cava Baja is lined with traditional tapas bars where locals actually eat, not just tourist traps. Each place has their specialty and you'll see Spanish families crowding the bar counters. Sunday brings El Rastro flea market, which starts early and gets completely packed by noon - great atmosphere but watch your belongings in the crowds. The medieval layout means some streets get pretty empty after the bars close, so stick to the main areas late at night.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
ExcellentPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
ExcellentSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
Good"This is where actual locals eat - not tourist traps"
"Sunday market was crazy crowded but really fun"
"Felt safe during the day but some streets got pretty empty at night"
"Loved the traditional tapas bars on Calle Cava Baja"
"Can get confusing to navigate - definitely use GPS"
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