Madrid City Center
In downtown
Start your adventure at Madrid’s crown jewel, Palacio Real de Madrid, the royal palace and the adjacent Sabatini Gardens. Madrid’s oldest district includes the popular landmarks of Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía and Plaza Cibeles, or the popular area of Lavapies in Embajadores.
Places to stay from $5 a night
Retiro
1.4 miles from downtown
This historic district can’t be missed. Loop around Retiro Park – once the royal family’s private garden, it’s full of lavish monuments and tree-lined avenues. People-watch on Paseo del Prado boulevard, filled with joggers, street vendors and locals, then spend a few hours exploring El Prado Museum’s important collection of paintings.
Places to stay from $40 a night
Salamanca
1.6 miles from downtown
Serrano and José Ortega y Gasset (in Lista) are great for shopping and are lined with luxury and designer shops. The residential neighborhoods of Recoletos, Lista, Goya and Castellana feature some of Europe’s most expensive real estate, and the area itself is one of Madrid’s most important commercial zones.
Places to stay from $33 a night
Chamberi
1.2 miles from downtown
This small, historic residential district is becoming gentrified as young professionals move to the area. Spread over 6 neighborhoods, it’s a lively district to visit for some local flavor and has a village-like atmosphere. Filled with Modernist, Gothic and neo-Mudejar architecture, its streets are best explored by foot.
Places to stay from $22 a night
Madrid is all bustling plazas, lively tapa bars, and a rich variety of museums showcasing Spain’s most celebrated artists. The world-famous Prado Museum features the work of Goya and Velázquez. The Prado forms the "golden triangle" with the Reina Sofía Museum—home to Picasso’s "Guernica"—and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, an enormous private collection highlighting a wide array of artistic styles.
Madrid’s medieval architecture holds centuries of history, like the intricate portico arches of Plaza Mayor, as well as the baroque Royal Palace, where state ceremonies are held to this day. And visiting top attractions like these is easy thanks to the city’s efficient and high-speed Metro system.
Spain's sprawling capital is a city that lives and breathes soccer. If you’re a fan, catch a game at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium—home to Real Madrid—and roar with the rest of the crowd as the "Galácticos" take the field.
Madrid’s weather is pleasant year-round, with perfectly comfortable temperatures on either side of summer. Even a winter vacation practically guarantees clear blue skies – making for a beautiful sight when flying into the airport during the day.
Tonight
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| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.06 |
| Language | Spanish |
| Average weekend price | $133 per night |
| Average weekday price | $135 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Gran Via
0.2 miles from downtown
Puerta del Sol
In downtown
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
2.6 miles from downtown
Paseo de la Castellana
3.1 miles from downtown
Plaza Mayor
0.2 miles from downtown
Lope de Vega Theatre
0.4 miles from downtown
Bridge of Alcalá
0.8 miles from downtown
Puerta de Toledo
0.8 miles from downtown
Paseo del Prado
0.6 miles from downtown
Palacio De Cristal
1.1 miles from downtown
Great city!
April 16, 2024
Great city! So much to see and do. Lots of people, lots of energy. Prices are creeping up, though the food is universally excellent. The transportation in and around the city is excellent. I enjoyed all the nooks and crannies of the neighborhoods so much history. I ate at La Posada de la Vina, Excellent! Food great, staff great and an excellent value. I really wanted to like Hotel Mora, good location, helpful staff. The bathrooms were terrible.
The center of Madrid is not so big, so you can get from...
April 15, 2024
The center of Madrid is not so big, so you can get from place to place by walking, enjoying Spanish architecture, tasty food and good ambience. Madrid is really godsend for art lovers, history, good food and shopping.
It’s good to go on a free walking tour to get yourself idea...
April 15, 2024
It’s good to go on a free walking tour to get yourself idea of the city and history. There are lots of alleys to explore, coffee house to sit in that later in day change to place grab and seat enjoy a beer and tapas
Probably the best city to visit in Europe if you want a...
April 12, 2024
Probably the best city to visit in Europe if you want a combination of art, museums, good food and great nightlife, all to reasonable prices. Stay close to Retiro park that allows you to relax by walking or jogging in a quiet haven in the middle of the bustling city.
Madrid was not what we expected.
April 10, 2024
Madrid was not what we expected. Madrid is very dirty and full of graffiti. The food was disappointing and so was the fact they charge you for everthing, including water & bread. Even for appetizers you did not order, but they just serve you. From the local restaurants to the fancy (El Botin). In conclusion our stay in Madrid was not memorable only disappointing. Barcelona was a better expirence, as was Seville.
Madrid is one of my favorite cities.
April 8, 2024
Madrid is one of my favorite cities. It has so much modern side and History at the same time. I love how much life you can find in it. It has a lot of art, fashion , popular places, shopping ans good spanish food. I am such a fan of this city
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