Leganes is a vibrant city where you can experience Spain through a local lens. From leafy parks to local flavours, Leganes combines unique sights and attractions with easy access to Madrid. Sip wine at lively tapas bars, catch a football game at the local stadium and head into Madrid to sightsee in the capital.
Things to do in Leganés
Stroll along tree-lined paths and relax by the picturesque lake in Parque de Polvoranca. The family-friendly park features spacious grassy areas and is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic in the sunshine. Stroll through the serene rock garden, work up a sweat at the outdoor gym and challenge your travel companions to a game of ping pong on the public tables. The small café serves Spanish treats like churros and tortilla potato omelettes.
Cheer on local football teams at Estadio Municipal Butarque. The stadium is the home ground of CD Leganes, a club with a huge local fanbase. Sit in the stands or splurge on a VIP ticket. In addition to football matches, Estadio Municipal Butarque hosts concerts and other high-profile events.
From lively tapas bars to fine-dining restaurants, Leganes is a great place to try culinary specialties from Madrid. Family-run restaurants serve hearty dishes like “cocido madrileno” chickpea stew and “huevos rotos” fried eggs served on sliced potatoes. Street stands sell “bocadillo de calamares” baguettes stuffed with crispy fried squid rings, a popular local snack.
Use Leganes as a base to sightsee in Madrid, the vibrant Spanish capital. Visit the magnificent Royal Palace and admire works by Spanish masters like Francisco Goya and Diego Velázquez at the Prado Museum. Trendy neighbourhoods like Malasaña beckon with boutiques, art galleries and independent cafes.
Getting around Leganés
Leganes is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. Frequent commuter trains run between Leganes and central Madrid in around 30 minutes. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is a 30-minute drive away.