Day Trip from Madrid to Aranjuez: Top Things to Do

Aranjuez is a town in Madrid's south, 50km from the capital, and is a World Heritage Site as given by UNESCO.

In order to reach Aranjuez from Madrid, you merely need to catch the C3 train line, as the road is direct and will only take 45 minutes, so very convenient for anybody ready to head and see this beautiful city out from Madrid center. Otherwise, you can get there by car, on the A-4 road, taking roughly 1 hour from the center of Madrid.

Once you're in Aranjuez, in addition to the obligatory visit to the Aranjuez Palace and its gardens, if you have more time than a day trip, you can stay at NH Collection Aranjuez, a hotel located in a historic building with spectacular views of the Royal Palace of Aranjuez and just a stone's throw from the Tagus River.

Top Things to do in Aranjuez

During your trip to Aranjuez, you can also enjoy some of these unique experiences:

Canoe Rides

Can you imagine sailing a river between forests full of history and wildlife? Well, in Aranjuez it is possible. You can't miss our kayak rides on the banks of the Palace and the Royal Gardens. A small oasis of overflowing vegetation and riverside fauna that will not leave you or your loved ones indifferent.

We invite you to try a different experience, whether with friends, as a couple, or as a family. Surrounded by forests, historical monuments, unique riverside flora and fauna, our kayak rides along the calm waters of the Tagus River await you. Immerse yourself in nature while practicing one of our star sports in the best calm water canoeing club in Spain.

You can rent double or individual kayaks to navigate freely through the several navigable kilometers surrounding the well-known Jardines del Príncipe and del Parterre. Our instructors will inform you of everything you will need to know to fully enjoy your route, always adjusted to your possibilities.

Do not miss it!

Horse riding in the Cuadra Bella Vista Horse Center

The beautiful plain of the Tagus River as it passes through Aranjuez allows for various routes of singular beauty, considered a Cultural Landscape of Humanity by UNESCO, ideal walks to travel on the back of the horses of the Cuadra Bella Vista, for people with or without experience. , and knowing with the perspective of yesteryear and in union with nature these exclusive walks, such as the route through El Real Cortijo de San Isidro with its Church and Royal Winery of Carlos III, the walks through Madrid's Tuscany with cereal landscapes, vineyards and olive groves that supplied their products to the Royal House and without forgetting the routes through the Historic Groves with their centuries-old trees and traditional strawberry and asparagus crops. With the security of experienced instructors, after generations dedicated to the world of horses, with their beautiful stables and specimens.

Ballon Ride

Another thing to do in Aranjuez is to discover the World Heritage Landscape from the best balcony: aboard The Balloon Company balloons. Flying in a balloon in Aranjuez will awaken all your senses, you will see the impressive Royal Palace (National Heritage), the Mariblanca, the Jardín del Príncipe, the Tajo valley... We will start at dawn, you can participate in the inflation and deflation if you wish. After the spectacular one-hour flight, as tradition dictates, you will be given your Balloon Baptism Diploma that accredits your feat, you will toast with cava to celebrate and you will have a picnic in the landing area. They will send you photos to remember and all insurance is included as well. Exclusive group flight available for a maximum of 8 passengers on weekends and certain holidays. Private flight for two, from Monday to Sunday. Tailor-made private flights and groups. Contact The Balloon Company, live an unforgettable adventure and experience. Let yourself fly!