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Getafe / Feel the fiesta in Madrid's backyard.

MeowScore 😾61/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😾
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

June

Enjoy the perfect weather for outdoor activities and cooling off in the pool.🌤️🏊‍♂️🏞️

🎉
january

Visit Getafe for its lively fiestas de San Antón celebrations and enjoy the traditional street market.🎉🐾🌭

🥳
february

Experience the vibrant carnival of Getafe with colorful parades and masked balls.🎭🥳🎉

🌷
march

Enjoy sunny spring days in Getafe's green parks, or explore the city's museums and monuments.🌷🌳🏛️

🌺
april

Take part in the annual Cruz de Mayo festival, admire the colorful flower displays, and try delicious local sweets.🌺🍬👀

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may

Join Getafe's passionate football fans and cheer for Getafe CF at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez stadium.⚽🤘🏟️

🏊
june

Escape the heat and relax in Getafe's shady parks and gardens, or head to the nearby aquatic park for a refreshing dip.🌤️🏊‍♂️🌳

🎇
july

Dine al fresco on Getafe's Plaza Mayor, enjoy live music and dance performances, and watch fireworks light up the night sky.🎶🎇🍽️

🎡
august

Experience the exciting Feria de Getafe, with funfair rides, concerts, and delicious food and drink.🎡🎢🍻

🐂
september

Learn about Getafe's rich history and culture at the annual Fiestas Patronales, with concerts, bullfights, and parades.📜🐂🎉

🥨
october

Sample delicious local wines and tapas at Getafe's annual Oktoberfest, with live music and traditional Bavarian costumes.🍻🥨🍷

🏞️
november

Explore the stunning landscapes surrounding Getafe, with colorful autumn leaves and crystal-clear lakes.🍂🍁🏞️

🎅
december

Experience the magic of Christmas in Getafe, with beautiful decorations, festive markets and delicious seasonal treats.🎄🎁🍪

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping and economic scene in Getafe - Spain is moderately priced and caters to different budgets and tastes. There are both higher-end stores as well as more affordable options available, making it possible for visiting cats to find what they need without breaking the bank.

For budget-friendly shopping options, head to the local markets and shopping centers, where great deals can be found. Don't forget to haggle to get the best price!

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Day trip from Madrid

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Day trip from Madrid

Getafe is a small city often visited as a day trip from Madrid. Some people may choose to stay for a night or two.

Tipping

5-10%

Standard tipping practice in Spain

Tipping

5-10%

Standard tipping practice in Spain

Cash is preferred but credit cards are also accepted. Splitting the bill among friends is common. Call the waiter over to pay, not the cashier.

internet situation

great Speed

Generally fast speeds, occasional slowdowns

great Availability

Widespread availability, few outages

excellent Cellular

Strong coverage across all carriers

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

Good infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Average tolerance

Getafe, a cat’s paradise with sunny rooftops to bask on.

But the industrial air might leave their fur a little less shiny.

Things to do

The mainstream

1
The Getafe Central Station
2
The Royal Tapestry Factory
3
El Bercial Shopping Center
4
Cerro de los Ángeles
5
Juan de la Cierva Park

The mainstream

1
The Getafe Central Station

Get whisked away to Madrid or other nearby cities from this busy train station. Don't forget to bring your cat carrier! 🚂🐾🌇

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2
The Royal Tapestry Factory

Need new wall decor? This cozy factory has been making tapestries for the Spanish monarchy since 1889, and you can watch them being made. 🧵👑🏰

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3
El Bercial Shopping Center

Calling all shopaholic cats! With over 50 stores and restaurants, this is the puuurfect place to satisfy your retail cravings. 🛍️🐱👛

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4
Cerro de los Ángeles

A pilgrimage site for history-loving cats, this hill and the cathedral on top are said to be at the geographic center of the Iberian Peninsula. 🐾⛪️🌎

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5
Juan de la Cierva Park

Perfect for a lazycat day under the sun, this park has picnic areas, playgrounds, and a lake where you can watch ducks float by. 🦆🌳🌞

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Off the beaten path

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Café Central Getafe
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Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Magdalena
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Cerro de los Ángeles
🐱📷
Plaza General Palacio
🏞️
La Alhóndiga Park

Off the beaten path

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Café Central Getafe

A cozy café that serves delicious coffee and pastries. Purrfect spot for catnaps.☕🐾

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Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Magdalena

A charming church with beautiful stained-glass windows and a peaceful atmosphere. 😌🕊️

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Cerro de los Ángeles

A hill with stunning views of Madrid and a giant monument to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. 🙏🏻🌅

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🐱📷
Plaza General Palacio

A historic plaza with a statue of a famous general. Perfect spot for cat photoshoots. 🐾📸

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🏞️
La Alhóndiga Park

A peaceful park with a beautiful lake and plenty of trees for cats to climb.🐱🌳

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable

Good infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Average tolerance

Mindful meoweler tips

Getafe Football Club

Home to Getafe's pride and joy, the football club has been playing in La Liga since 2004. Catch a game at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez stadium!

Cocido Madrileño

This hearty chickpea stew with meat and vegetables is a staple dish in Getafe and the rest of the Madrid region. Don't leave without trying it!

Santa María Magdalena Church

Built in the 13th century, this historic church features a blend of Gothic and Mudejar architecture. Don't miss the beautiful ceiling and altarpiece.

Useful external sites

www.visitgetafe.com/en

Visit Getafe↗

Official tourism website for Getafe, offering information on attractions, accommodations, and events in the area.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g562645-Getafe.html

TripAdvisor Getafe↗

Travel review website featuring user-generated content on hotels, restaurants, activities, and more in Getafe.

www.booking.com/city/es/getafe.en-gb.html

Booking.com Getafe↗

Online booking website with listings for hotels and other accommodations in Getafe.

Beware, most of the content was generated by AI