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My take: I went to Casa de Campo on a sunny day in winter with a good group of friends. I had heard quite a bit about it and decided it would be a perfect place to relax. It turned out to be relaxing, interesting and gave me a great view of the city but it was huge! So much so you can easily get lost if you stray away from the designated paths. We spent almost 3 hours inside the park including stopping for a mini picnic. Saying this, if I go again I will pack a lot more food as it’s the perfect picnic spot without the worry of being disturbed by crowds or roaming animals. The scene: Casa de Campo definitely has a very chilled vibe and you notice the difference in air quality as soon as you step foot off the metro. The park is full of trees, grass and is fairly hilly so enough to give you a good workout. The park is completely natural without being spoilt by many roads (although there is 1 for use by security vehicles), shops or cafes. Inside you can find a zoo and theme park which have entry charges. Prices: Park is free for everyone. Entry to the zoo is €22.90 for an adult paying on the day. It’s a bit expensive and even though I haven’t been in, you can see the dolphin show from the main Casa de Campo Park and it looks tacky and run down in my eyes. Entry to the theme park is €29.90. What to wear: Casual, walking clothes, hiking boots or trainers. Insider info: Bring a picnic and eat on a spot of grass plus your camera so you don’t miss getting some great snaps of the city.