Timeline
19:38
Grab a coffee or a simple tapa at Casa Paco. It is a lively neighborhood bar that opens early, giving you plenty of time to settle in before the rush.
20:08
Head to the observation deck at Faro de Moncloa. The 24-minute walk from the bar is straightforward. Take the elevator up to the 92-meter tower. You have a 30-minute window on deck, which is more than enough to find your spot.
20:53
Watch the sun dip below the horizon toward the WNW. The city lights will begin to flicker on as the golden light fades.
Local tip
The walk from Casa Paco to the tower is short, but the tower itself can get busy. Arriving an hour before sunset ensures you beat the peak crowd. Check the route for the walk if you need specific directions.
Check before you go
- Casa Paco is open Mo-Fr until 23:30, so it is easily accessible for an afternoon visit.
- The Faro de Moncloa visit is limited to 30 minutes once you are up there.
Worth knowing
- Casa Paco is open at 19:38 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Madrid (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).