Madrid’s central location makes an ideal base for excursions outside the city. You can even reach more distant cities of Seville, Toledo, Cordoba and Zaragoza, but it’s better that you book a hotel in advance to spend the night, as you probably want to spend more time and see what they offer. Closer to Madrid and then to rest from the bustle of the city, there is Montejo - a charming beech forest in the bed of the river Jarama, where you can enjoy long walks for getting peace of mind. Also Not far from the capital you can find Pedriza. This region of interesting geological features and beautiful countryside located on the southern slope of the Sierra de Guadarrama. But mostly to visit is the city of Salamanca, because it is one of the oldest cities and most impressive in Spanish.
