Discover the Majestic Apollo Fountain in Madrid

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the Camino de Santiago area and head southeast on the local roads towards Madrid. Follow signs for the A-6 highway, which will lead you directly into the city. As you approach Madrid, take the exit for M-30 towards the city center. Once on M-30, follow the signs for 'Centro' and 'Museo del Prado'. Park in one of the nearby parking garages (note that parking fees may apply, typically ranging from €2 to €3 per hour). Apollo Fountain is located at Paseo del Prado, s/n, which is a short walk from the parking area.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, your first step is to find a bus or train service that connects to Madrid. From the Camino de Santiago area, look for a local bus that goes to the nearest train station. Once at the station, take a train to Madrid. Upon arriving at Madrid's main train station (Atocha or Chamartín), you can use the metro. Take Line 1 (the light blue line) towards Valdecarros and change at Atocha to Line 1 towards Pinar de Chamartín. Get off at the 'Banco de España' station. From there, it's a 10-minute walk to Apollo Fountain along Paseo del Prado. Follow the signs towards the Museo del Prado, and you will find the fountain in the nearby gardens.

• Taxi or Ride-sharing

  Another convenient option is to take a taxi or use a ride-sharing app (like Uber or Cabify) directly from your location in the Camino de Santiago to Apollo Fountain. Simply enter 'Paseo del Prado, s/n, Madrid' as your destination. The driver will take you directly to the fountain. This method is often more comfortable but can be more expensive, typically costing between €30 to €50 depending on traffic and exact starting point.