Things To Do
in San Agustín de Guadalix

The town’s main church and plaza provide architectural detail shots, traditional facades and good people-watching opportunities during festivals.

Short walks to surrounding ridgelines offer panoramic views of the town with the Sierra de Guadarrama as a backdrop—best at sunrise or golden hour.

A short drive away, the reservoir offers dramatic water and mountain landscapes, reflections at dawn and birdlife for nature photography.

Capture daily life: narrow streets, local bakeries, outdoor terraces, and seasonal decorations during fiestas.

Small outdoor market days offer fresh fruit, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats; great for assembling a picnic or sampling local produce.

Street-level bars serve quick tapas and bocadillos (sandwiches) that function as local informal street food in the evenings.

A handshake is common for first meetings; friends and acquaintances may greet with a light kiss on both cheeks in social settings.

Lunch and dinner occur later than in some countries—lunch around 2pm and dinner after 9pm—so plan accordingly.

Some shops close midday and many people rest in the afternoon; be mindful of noise, especially in residential neighborhoods.

Ask permission before photographing people (especially at private parties or religious events) and respect signage in protected natural areas.

Tipping is modest in Spain: round up small amounts at cafés or leave 5–10% in restaurants for good service. For taxis, rounding up to the next euro or leaving small change is normal; tipping is not obligatory.

Cards are widely accepted in restaurants and shops, but small bars, markets and rural businesses may prefer cash; keep some euros on hand. Contactless payments and mobile wallets are increasingly common in larger establishments.

Mild temperatures, blooming fields and comfortable hiking conditions; spring weekends can be busy on popular trails and reservoirs.

Hot, dry afternoons with temperatures often in the high 20s–30s °C (80s–90s °F); mornings and evenings are pleasant—ideal for early hikes and late tapas nights. Expect local festivals and more visitors on sunny weekends.

Crisp, pleasant weather with colorful foliage in the foothills; excellent for cycling and photography and fewer crowds than summer.

Cold, sometimes frosty mornings and occasional snow in the higher nearby mountains; bring warm layers and check road conditions if driving to higher-altitude trails.

The main international airport for Madrid, about 35–50 km south depending on route and traffic; reachable by car or bus/shuttle services via Madrid—most international and domestic flights arrive here.

A smaller airfield inside the Madrid region used for general aviation and flight schools; not a major commercial airport but may be of interest to private flyers.