Madrid is a dream city for any foreign student, thanks to its cultural wealth and its inexhaustible activity. Are you thinking of going to Madrid by Erasmus? Discover everything that awaits you as a student in Madrid.

Going to Madrid by Erasmus, an unforgettable experience

Besides being the capital of Spain, Madrid is at the height of the great European cities. It is the favorite destination of 26,000 European students. A very significant part of the 40,000 that choose Spain as a study destination.

And  that´s because Madrid is a charming city for Erasmus students.  Do you want to know why?

Places with history and tourist interest

The history of Madrid as a Spanish capital has provided it with a great historical, artistic and architectural heritage. The Royal Palace and the Congress of Deputies, both active sites, are good proof of this.

The «Plaza Mayor», legacy of the Habsburg dynasty; The «Puerta de Alcala«, built by Sabatini at the request of Charles III to commemorate his arrival in the capital; The Cibeles Fountain, an authentic symbol of the city, are worldwide famous.

On the «Paseo del Arte» you can visit cultural temples such as the Prado Museum, the «Reina Sofía» and the Thyssen-Bornemisza. In them you can contemplate the works of the great Spanish and European painters: Bosco, Tiziano, Velazquez, Goya, Magritte, Picasso, Dalí, Joan Miro, Francis Bacon …

The best universities to go by  Erasmus in Madrid

If we add public and private ones, Madrid has a total of 14 universities.

The Complutense University, the most prominent for its history and popularity, brings together 82,000 students each year. It is followed by the Polytechnic University, with 40,000 new registrations every year.

The intellectual atmosphere that is lived in the universities of Madrid, which bring together the best researchers and teachers in the country, as well as the university environment around them represent one of the main attractions for Erasmus students in Madrid.

Nightlife: the best areas to go out in Madrid

We know you’re young and you want to have some fun. Madrid has the best areas to go out at night.

«Barrio de Chueca«: its streets never sleep. «Chueca» is the icon of the party in Madrid, and it is for a good reason. Terraces, bars, pubs, discos and even cabarets offer fun every night of the year until the wee hours of the morning.
» Barrio de Las Letras»: in its cobblestones can be read some of the best verses of Quevedo, Góngora, Cervantes or Lope de Vega. The «Barrio de Las Letras» is a place full of activity where you can enjoy live music (flamenco, jazz, indie, rock …).

» Barrio de Malasaña»: a site that has made history in the world of music, hosting during the 80’s the musical and countercultural movement known as «La movida madrileña». This spirit is still alive today in the neighborhood of «Malasaña».

» Barrio de Salamanca»: for the most gourmets and glamour lovers, the neighborhood of Salamanca is perfect. Discotheques, bars and cocktails places offer all the fun seen in other areas of Madrid, but with elegance and exclusivity as a factor of distinction.
In Madrid there are areas to go out that fit all tastes. In diversity is the good taste!

As you can see, by using Erasmus to come to Madrid is something that you should do at least once in your liftime. The offer of activities and its stimulating environment will live up to your expectations, do not hesitate!

If you are willing to live an incredible experience like being a Erasmus student in Madrid, you must know the best student flats. Located in emblematic places and well located as «Gran Via», «Arenal» or «Ronda de Segovia».

Vitium residences for students offer you security, comfort and an unforgettable experience with other boys and girls like you.

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