Destination: Madrid
Practical Matters Madrid   Before You Go   When You Are There    *Time    *Arriving    *Customs    *Money    *National Holidays    *Tourist Offices    *Opening Hours    *Public Transportation    *Driving    *Car Rental    *Taxis    *Personal Safety    *Telephones    *Post    *Tips/Gratuities    *Electricity    *Health    *Clothing Sizes    *Concessions   Language   Offices to Serve You Abroad	PERSONAL SAFETY As in most big cities, pickpockets are a problem in Madrid, especially in busy places such as open-air markets, large shops and railway stations. Valuables such as tickets and passports should be locked up in the hotel rather than carried with you. The Rastro Flea Market is a place where you need to be particularly careful. Madrid is a late-night city, but stay on main streets where there are more people. Be sure to take official taxis only.	COUNTRY Spain REGION CITIES Madrid   Viewing   Top Ten   What To See   Where To ...   Practical Matters Barcelona Santiago Seville MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK Book Info Order Online