Fuencarral Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
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 City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid Tour with Skip-the-Line Royal Palace and Prado Museum
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Other neighbourhoods around Fuencarral
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.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like WiZink Center and El Corte Inglés. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Convent of las Comendadoras de Santiago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.