Barajas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
IFEMA
Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style.
El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Real Madrid City
Catch an event at Real Madrid City during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Juan Carlos I Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juan Carlos I Park, a lovely green space in Madrid. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Madrid at Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Castillo de la Alameda
Find out about the history of Madrid with a stop at Castillo de la Alameda. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Our pick of the best Barajas Hotel Deals
Senator Barajas Hotel
Clean room Friendly staff Healthy breakfast Convenient restaurants within the hotel 10-min away from Barajas airport
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas
Clean, convenient, good breakfast. Supermarket next door is very convenient.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Hotel Maydrit Airport
Airport shuttle and breakfast were why we stayed here. Everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Melia Barajas
Greats service
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
Very very good hotel nice clean big rooms absolutely will come back. Enjoy every minute.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Very helpful staff. Clean rooms, comfy bed.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barajas
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and La Caixa Foundation. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
