Madrid is absolutely beautiful and ranks among my favorite cities in the World.

Compiling a list of the best day trips from Madrid wasn’t easy but we narrowed it down to three amazing medieval towns that lay just under two hours away.

1. Avila

1 hour and 21 minutes from Madrid

Most recognizable for: It’s large surrounding medieval style walls.

Known for: Having the highest number of Romanesque and Gothic Churches (and bars and restaurants) per capita in Spain.

2. Segovia

Most Recognizable for: The large aqueduct that lines it’s entrance.

Known For: The Alcazar of Segovia and the Segovia Cathedral

1 hour & 13 minutes from Madrid

El Bernardino in Segovia is famous for Spain’s “suckling pig” delicacy, a baby pig so tender that you can cut it open with a plate (not for the light hearted)

3. Toledo

Most Recognizable By: It’s location: A medieval castle dominates Toledo which is perched on a mountain top and surrounded by a moat like river.

Most Known For: The Alcazar de Toledo and the Toledo Cathedral

56 minutes from Madrid

Know of any other great day trips from Madrid? Feel free to inform us below!