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📅 Mar - May
🌡️ 21°C / 9°C
☁️ Comfortable and sunny, highly recommended
Spring in Madrid brings comfortable 21°C days perfect for families exploring the city's plazas and parks. Pack layers for cool 9°C mornings, sunscreen for intense Spanish sun, and comfortable walking shoes for family-friendly attractions like Retiro Park.
Passport
Visa / entry documents
Travel insurance certificate
Flight & hotel confirmations
Driver's license
International driving permit
Credit / debit cards
Cash (local currency)
Emergency contact card
Underwear ×7
Socks ×7
Comfortable walking shoes / sneakers
Light cardigan / layer
Pyjamas / sleepwear
Casual t-shirts ×3
Jeans / trousers ×2
Belt
Toothbrush + toothpaste
Shampoo + conditioner
Body wash / soap
Deodorant
Razor / shaving supplies
Moisturiser
Lip balm
Hair brush / comb
Nail clippers
Prescription medications
Pain relief — ibuprofen / paracetamol
Antihistamines
First aid kit
Band-aids / plasters
Antiseptic cream
Motion sickness tablets
Eye drops
Smartphone + charger
Universal power adapter
Portable battery pack
Headphones / earbuds
Camera + charger + memory cards
Tablet with loaded content
Pre-download shows and games before departure
Daypack / backpack 20L
Packing cubes
Luggage lock
Luggage tags
Reusable water bottle
Travel pillow (neck)
Eye mask + earplugs
Money belt / hidden wallet
Sunglasses
Reusable tote bag
Compact umbrella
Children's pain relief medication
Small toys + fidget toys
Colouring book + crayons
Tablet loaded with kids' shows + headphones
Baby / travel wipes ×3 packs
Nappies / diapers
Pack enough for journey plus 2 extra days
Stroller / compact pram
Baby carrier / sling
Portable white noise machine
Invaluable for maintaining sleep schedules
Children's cold + flu medicine
Kids snacks for travel
Portable booster seat
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