Popular places to visit
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Activities
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Segovia & Toledo Full Day Tour con Optional Alcazar de Segovia
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Other neighbourhoods around El Pilar
Tetuán
Travellers choose Tetuán for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Tetuan Station or Valdeacederas Station and check out top sights like Cuzco Square.
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 Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Chamberí
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Chamberí. If sightseeing is on the list, Calle de la Princesa is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Islas Filipinas Station or Quevedo Station to see more of the area.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Justicia
While you're in Justicia, take in top sights like Gran Via or Casino Gran Via, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chueca Station or Banco de Espana Station.
- Gran Via
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- IFEMA
- Prado Museum
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- San Miguel Market
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Paseo de la Castellana