What is the capital of Spain?
The capital of Spain is Madrid
Madrid is the capital city and seat of government of Spain, a country in Southern Europe. Spain uses the ISO codes ES and ESP, and its international dialling code is +34. The currency in use is the Euro (EUR).
For the full profile of Spain, including its flag, currency, calling code, population and the countries it borders, see the Spain country page. The country has an estimated population of 49,355,143 as of 2025.
Quick facts about Spain
- Capital: Madrid
- Region: Southern Europe
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Calling code: +34
- Flag emoji: 🇪🇸
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Spain?
The capital of Spain is Madrid.
Is Madrid the largest city in Spain?
Madrid is the capital of Spain and its seat of government. In many countries the capital is also the largest city, though not always, so the biggest city by population can differ.
What currency is used in Madrid?
Madrid, like the rest of Spain, uses the Euro (EUR, symbol €).
Capitals of neighbouring countries
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