Do you have Valentine’s Day circled on your calendar? Are you planning something special with your partner, friends, or even family? Or do you feel like spending the day alone doing something different?
Then keep reading, because Madrid has plenty of plans to offer and doesn’t believe in just one way to celebrate love. It includes romantic dinners, walks, cultural plans, treats, and also experiences designed specifically to celebrate this day.
Yes, celebrating Valentine’s Day in Madrid goes far beyond the typical February 14th with flowers and chocolates. The city sets the stage for all kinds of adventures, and you decide how to fill it with good love.
How to celebrate Valentine's Day in Madrid as a couple
If there’s one way to experience Valentine’s Day in Madrid, it’s as a couple. And not because it’s mandatory to go in pairs, but because the city lends itself so well to sharing time, conversations, and plans with the one you love most.
There are all kinds of proposals, don’t be fooled. From the most classic plans of all time to more original ideas to break the routine. But let’s start with the essentials, with what never fails, and then we’ll raise the level.
Romantic dinners
We start with the great classic, because a romantic dinner in Madrid for Valentine’s Day still works, and very well. The city is full of restaurants that know how to create atmosphere, take care of the details, and turn the night of February 14th—or any other—into something truly special.
During these dates, many venues prepare special Valentine’s Day menus, designed to share, with more elaborate dishes and desserts designed for two. Some of those that never fail are Botín, active since 1725 and considered the oldest restaurant in the world, or La Llorería, an ideal option if you fancy a high-level gastronomic experience at a good price.
If you want to get away from the typical and opt for cuisines from other countries, there are proposals that fit like a glove on Valentine’s Day. Santoku La Barra is a modern Asian option, Alborz brings you closer to Iranian cuisine, and if you fancy a trip to North Africa without leaving Madrid, go straight to Zahara.
If you are looking for something more intimate, the small and cozy restaurants in neighborhoods like Chamberí or Salesas work wonderfully. And if you fancy a big plan, book a table at one of the best rooftops in Madrid; from here you will be able to see the sunset without giving up a good table.
Of course, whatever you choose, book in advance, because you are not the only one who is thinking of celebrating Valentine’s Day in Madrid.
Spa and relaxation experiences
If your idea of celebrating love involves slowing down, a couple’s spa in Madrid is a perfect plan. You can choose between thermal circuits, massages, steam baths, and relaxing treatments throughout the city. In addition, it is an activity that fits perfectly into any itinerary, whether in the morning, afternoon, or even at night.
One of the great classics is Hammam Al Ándalus Madrid, a space inspired by the ancient Arab baths, get a massage at the Temple of Massage or go further and enjoy the hair spa at Brisa Head Spa.
And of course, go straight for the special Valentine’s Day offers; there are many and very well thought out: couple’s packs, synchronized massages, details with cava, or complete rituals.
Take a tour of the city
Getting lost in the city, chatting, and letting the plan flow is one of the most romantic gestures that exist; you just need to choose well where to start.
One of the great classics is the surroundings of the Retiro Park, ideal for walking, crossing the Crystal Palace, or taking a classic boat ride on its pond. In February, the park is quieter, there is less noise and fewer people, and that makes it an even more pleasant plan.
Another route that never fails is the one that goes from Plaza de España to the Temple of Debod, from where you will be able to see one of the most beautiful sunsets in the city.
And if you want to see the city from another perspective and keep the plan 100% romantic, go up to the Mirador de Moncloa. From above, Madrid opens completely before you, giving you an impressive 360° panoramic view.
Something that only Madrileños know? Come and see the Jardines de la Quinta de la Fuente del Berro. It is a small, beautiful, and very little touristy park, perfect for walking calmly and feeling that you have left the usual circuit.
Other more groundbreaking ideas
If you are one of those who run away from the typical, Madrid also has more original Valentine’s Day plans that work great as a couple.
One of the most fun is an escape room for two. Solving tests together, communicating, making mistakes, and getting it right reinforces complicity and, in addition, guarantees laughter. Rooms like Fox in a Box Madrid, Coco Room, or, our favorite, Escape College offer mystery and adventure experiences—for all levels—perfect to turn this day into something different.
Another option is to sign up for creative experiences such as pottery, painting, or cooking workshops. Creating something together, even if it doesn’t come out perfect, is always a success on Valentine’s Day and leaves a tangible memory of the day.
You can also opt for a different night plan. Take a look at the concerts that are in the city, the best flamenco shows in Madrid or monologues, plays, and shows in small format.
And if you like to move around, a walk through Madrid at night through areas such as Malasaña or the surroundings of the Retiro is a foolproof plan. You can walk aimlessly, find a charming place to stop for a drink and, who knows, maybe end up enjoying a surprise plan that was not on the agenda.
Are you coming to Madrid to celebrate Valentine's Day alone, with friends, or with family?
Celebrating Valentine’s Day is not just for couples. Any of the plans we have already talked about—special dinners, walks through the city, quiet routes, cultural plans, or even a spa—works perfectly on your own, without having to adapt to anyone but yourself.
And yes, of course, all this is also applicable if you come with family or friends. But wait, because if you travel in a group there are still more things to do in Madrid that fit better when there are several of you.
A very good option are the guided tours of Madrid, many of them cheaper when done in a group. There are historical tours, mystery and legend routes, theatrical visits, or alternative tours through some of the best neighborhoods in Madrid, which allow you to get to know the city from another point of view and without falling into the typical.
If you fancy something more dynamic, activities such as laser tag, multiplayer virtual reality games, or indoor competitions work very well and, incidentally, help you release adrenaline and have a good laugh.
Another very cool idea is to sign up for wine or beer tastings, gastronomic workshops, sensory experiences, or even an urban gymkhana, plans designed to interact, participate, and enjoy together without the focus being on the romantic.
The perfect finishing touch for your Valentine's Day in Madrid
Do you want to add one more detail to your getaway to Madrid? Then think of the accommodation as part of the plan.
If you don’t want to fail with your choice, take a look at all the apartments we have in WAOU Rentals and complete your trip with a comfortable, well-located space designed to enjoy the city without complicating things.