Timeline
07:45
Arrive at the Real Fábrica de Tapices before the doors open. The building’s historic facade is best photographed in the quiet, cool light before the crowds arrive.
08:35
Watch the sunrise. Although the factory is a working museum, the exterior and the immediate plaza offer a stark, beautiful contrast between the industrial heritage and the morning sky.
09:00
Walk to Chocolatería San Ginés. This Madrid fixture is open 24/7, so it is the perfect spot to break your fast with hot chocolate and churros while the city wakes up.
Local tip
The factory is closed on weekends and public holidays. Check the route from the factory to San Ginés, as it is not a direct walk.
Check before you go
- Real Fábrica de Tapices is only open Monday to Friday, 10:00-14:00. It is closed on weekends, public holidays, and in August.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Madrid (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).