Timeline
08:16
Stand before Palacio Longoria. Arrive twenty minutes before sunrise to position yourself where the morning light hits the intricate Art Nouveau stonework. The building faces roughly west, so the rising sun will illuminate the entrance and upper details just as the sky brightens.
08:46
Walk to Chocolatería San Ginés for breakfast. This spot is open 24/7, so you can arrive immediately after viewing the palace. Order chocolate con churros to dip into the thick, rich hot chocolate. It is a Madrid institution and the perfect fuel after an early start.
09:06
Head upstairs at La Mallorquina. This famous pastry shop is open from 08:30, so it will be open by the time you finish your churros. Take the peaceful upstairs room to linger over a café con leche and a chocolate croissant, watching the city wake up.
Local tip
Chocolatería San Ginés can get crowded with tourists, but the service is fast. If you prefer a quieter coffee experience, La Mallorquina’s upstairs room offers a calm retreat.
Check before you go
- Chocolatería San Ginés is open 24/7.
- La Mallorquina opens at 08:30 daily.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Madrid (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).