Experience in Madrid, Spain by Carlota

What is it like to live in Madrid? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

In Madrid there are many things to do, you will never get bored.

What is the student lifestyle like in Madrid?

In Spain we like a lot parties, stay in terraces when we have good weather, and people is open minded and usually we relate well.

How much does it cost to live in Madrid?

Madrid is one of the most expensive cities in Spain.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Madrid? Is there any advice you can give?

I´ve never looked for accommodation in Madrid, I don´think it is so difficult, but you should look with time.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

We have really good food in Madrid and in all Spain. You should try croquettes, spicy potatoes, and also dishes like "cocido" are typical.

What places would you recommend visiting in Madrid?

All Madrid is beautiful! And not just the city center, I recommend to go to places like El Escorial, Aranjuez...

Is it good to eat out in Madrid? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

I recommend not to go to places that are typical for tourists in the center, the most times they aren´t really good and they are too expensive.

In the most part of the spots you will eat really well.

Is the nightlife good in Madrid? Where is good to go?

There are lot of places to go, you should try to go to streets like "Huertas", "Malasaña", "Argüelles", where you will find many places not too expensive.

Of course there are many discos.

What advice would you give future students heading to Madrid?

Enjoy the city, the people and the culture, I´m sure you will have a good experience.

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