Early Morning Arrival
So I finally got my butt over to Campus Iberdrola today. Been meaning to explore this place forever, heard so much about it. Rolled up bright and early, around 8 AM – figured less crowds, better vibe. Honestly, parking took a hot minute, had to circle the lot twice. Pro tip: Get here early or just use public transport, saves the hassle.
Exploring the Grounds & Fueling Up
First things first, walked the main pathways just to get a feel. Place looks modern, loads of glass and open spaces. Saw folks jogging around the perimeter – maybe next time I’ll bring my sneakers. My stomach started rumbling pretty quick though. Headed straight for the main cafeteria building they have. The coffee smell hit me halfway there – totally woke me up properly. Grabbed a decent espresso and this surprisingly fluffy croissant. Sat outside near one of the little plazas, just people-watching for a good 15 minutes. Felt pretty relaxing already.
Finding the Learning Hub & Work Grind
Okay, fueled up, time to be somewhat productive. I wanted to check out the main learning center or library everyone talks about. Got a little turned around, asked a friendly security guard – he pointed me right way. Inside? Wow. Super quiet, really focused energy. Found a spot by a window with natural light. Plugged in my laptop, worked solidly for like two hours. The Wi-Fi didn’t drop once – big win in my book. Felt way more focused than working from my noisy apartment.
Midday Energy Break & Green Spaces
Around noon, my brain needed a break. Packed up and went hunting for the green spots I saw on the map. Found this really nice little garden area tucked away. Benches everywhere. Sat down, just closed my eyes for a bit listening to the birds – surprisingly peaceful considering it’s part of a big campus. Saw people chatting on benches, others just chilling with a book. Perfect spot to recharge before lunch.
Lunch & Exploring Further
Headed back towards the food options. They’ve got different counters – sandwiches, hot meals, salad bar. Went for a custom salad bowl. Fresh stuff, decent price. Ate outside again, different plaza this time, more people around now. Saw some folks heading into a building labelled “Innovation Hub” – looked interesting, maybe something for next visit? Finished up and decided to just wander. Found a small exhibition space near the main entrance, popped in. Some digital art display, not really my thing, but cool it was there.
Late Afternoon & Wrapping Up
Still had some steam left. Saw signs for a small fitness area near the running path. Went to peek – basic outdoor gym stuff, parallel bars, pull-up bar. Gave it a quick try. Felt good to stretch a bit after sitting most of the morning. Hooked my water bottle and walked slowly back towards my car. Passed people playing petanque on the designated courts – looked fun and social.
Final Thoughts
Drove off feeling like I actually got a taste of the place, you know? Not just one thing, but a mix. Here’s what felt essential to do:
- Start early & grab coffee + breakfast at the cafe.
- Claim a good spot in the Learning Center and actually work a chunk.
- Find the quiet garden or plaza spots to recharge.
- Try the lunch options, building cafeterias are surprisingly okay!
- Just wander without a specific plan – you find interesting nooks.
- Use the outdoor paths – run, walk, or just sit.
- Peek into auxiliary spaces like exhibits or the innovation hub if open.
Honestly, the best part? It’s this unexpected mix of work, chill, and activity all rolled into one campus. Doesn’t feel corporate, feels… alive? Like a tiny little ecosystem. Glad I finally made the trip. Gonna plan another visit soon, maybe bring my bike!