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Alcorcón / Where the bull stops

MeowScore 😼76/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

August

Experience the most significant celebrations packed with concerts, processions, and fireworks

🏰
january

Visit Alcorcon's historical sites, museums, and art exhibitions. (#6c757d)

🎉
february

Enjoy the Carnaval de Alcorcon, a colorful celebration with costumes and parades. (#f66d9b)

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march

Witness the Alcorcon Gastronomic Festival, where you can taste traditional, local recipes. (#556b2f)

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april

Take a walk through the beautiful parks and gardens of Alcorcon in full bloom. (#bada55)

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may

Experience the Alcorcon Open-Air Market, a blend of artisanal and local products. (#ffd700)

🎶
june

Enjoy the Alcorcon Music Festival, with memorable live music performances. (#b0c4de)

🏊
july

Cool down in Alcorcon's swimming pools and refreshing water parks. (#1e90ff)

🎆
august

Attend the Fiestas de Alcorcon, the most significant celebration of the year, packed with concerts, processions and fireworks. (#ff0000)

🍎
september

Delight yourself with Alcorcon's typical fresh fruits, straight from the fields. (#32cd32)

👻
october

Visit Alcorcon's Ghost & Horror Festival, Halloween-themed attractions and spooky activities. (#8b4513)

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november

Discover Alcorcon's wine season, and take part in tastings and winery tours. (#ffd700)

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december

Experience the Alcorcon Christmas Market, with handmade gifts and holiday cheer. (#37f3da)

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Alcorcon is moderately affordable for tourists, but not as cheap as other cities in Spain. The cost of living is relatively average, with decent options for dining and shopping.

Check out the Centro Comercial Tres Aguas for a variety of shops and restaurants. Look for local markets for cheaper prices on fresh produce and other goods.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short stay for business or passing through

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short stay for business or passing through

Alcorcon is a small city in the Madrid metropolitan area, often visited for its university or as a stopover on the way to other destinations.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Spain

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Spain

Credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting the bill is common and you may ask for a separate check. Tipping is not expected, but rounding up the bill is appreciated.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber optic and ADSL available

great Availability

Multiple providers, good coverage

excellent Cellular

Good coverage and speed

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent sidewalks

LGBTQ tolerated

Progressive laws

As a cat, Alcorcon is the perfect mix of lazy relaxation and playful fun.

Its sunny streets are a playground for adventurous cats and its cozy cafes are a haven for lazy felines.

Things to do

The mainstream

🎨
Casa de la Cultura
🏊
Polideportivo Los Cantos
🎭
Teatro Buero Vallejo
🛍️
Centro Comercial Tres Aguas
🏰
Parque de los Castillos

The mainstream

🎨
Casa de la Cultura

A cultural center hosting art exhibits, workshops, and live music performances. Bring your catnip for a purr-fectly relaxing evening.

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🏊
Polideportivo Los Cantos

A sports complex with a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a gym for cats who need to expend some energy. Bring your own water bowl!

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🎭
Teatro Buero Vallejo

An Art Deco theatre featuring plays and concerts, where cats can enjoy a night out on the town. Just be sure to nap beforehand!

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🛍️
Centro Comercial Tres Aguas

A shopping center with everything a cat could need. From cat food to scratching posts, it has it all. Plus, there's a roof you can sun yourself on.

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🏰
Parque de los Castillos

A beautiful park with castle themed playgrounds and winding paths for cats to explore. Perfect for a sunny afternoon walk.

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Off the beaten path

1
El Bodegón del Jamón
2
Iglesia de Santa María la Blanca
3
Cafetería La Mary
4
El Molino Park
5
Panda Supermarket

Off the beaten path

1
El Bodegón del Jamón

A traditional tapas bar with a secret courtyard, where cats can relax in the sun with a cold beer and some tasty ham. 🍻🍖😻

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2
Iglesia de Santa María la Blanca

A small and seemingly humble church with an ornate interior that will leave cats in awe. 🙏🐈💫

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3
Cafetería La Mary

A cozy hidden café, where cats can warm their paws with a hot coffee and try some delicious homemade cakes. ☕️🍰🐾

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4
El Molino Park

A peaceful haven with meandering paths and a duck pond for cats to enjoy a quiet stroll or a picnic. 🌳🦆🧺

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5
Panda Supermarket

A Chinese emporium hidden behind a huge car park, where cats can find all sorts of exotic delicacies. 🐼🦜🍜

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent sidewalks

LGBTQ tolerated

Progressive laws

Mindful meoweler tips

The Alcorcon Bullfighting Museum

Located within the bullfighting arena, this museum honors Spain's cultural tradition and history of bullfighting. Cats can explore the exhibits and learn about this controversial sport.

The Castle of Alcorcon

A stunning medieval castle with a rich history, the Castle of Alcorcon is a must-visit for any cat traveler. From the top of its towers, cats can take in breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape.

Bunuel Park

Named after the famous Spanish filmmaker Luis Bunuel, this park is a beautiful oasis in the heart of the city. With lush gardens, fountains, and sculptures, Bunuel Park is the perfect place for cats to relax and take a break from sightseeing.

Useful external sites

www.turismoalcorcon.es

Alcorcon Tourism↗

Official tourism website for Alcorcon, providing information about attractions, accommodation, events, and more.

www.ayto-alcorcon.es

Alcorcon City Council↗

Official website of the Alcorcon City Council, providing information about the city and its services.

www.yelp.com/alcorcón

Yelp↗

Online platform for travelers to find recommendations on restaurants, bars, and other services in Alcorcon.

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