The Spanish capital is not all hustle and bustle nibble tapas in a cobbled square, visit ancient churches, or relax in one of Madrid’s spacious parks.
Madrid Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Where to stay in Madrid
Madrid Centro
4.5/5(135 area reviews)
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Salamanca
4.5/5(14 area reviews)
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.
Retiro
4.5/5(15 area reviews)
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like El Retiro Park and Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Chamberí
4.5/5(14 area reviews)
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.
Chamartín
3.5/5(6 area reviews)
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.
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is AU$121 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$121
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (747 reviews)
"Good 👍 like everything:)"
Reviewed on 1 May 2024
Hotel Riu Plaza España
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is AU$327 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$327
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,083 reviews)
"Loved it !"
Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024
easyHotel Madrid Centro Atocha
Calle Mezquite 5B, Madrid, Madrid
The price is AU$130 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$130
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (494 reviews)
"Easy Hotel was affordable for my time in Madrid! It was perfect!"
Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Compostela Suites Apartments
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (228 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024
Gran View Apartments
C/ Gran Vía 48, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (595 reviews)
"We like the location, easy access by metro, buses or taxi, very convenient."
Reviewed on 1 May 2024
Suites Viena Plaza de España
Juan Alvarez Mendizabal 17, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,125 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful Staff :)"
Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
4.5/5(54 reviews)
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
4.5/5(15 reviews)
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
4/5(64 reviews)
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
4.5/5(93 reviews)
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.
Prado Museum
4.5/5(57 reviews)
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
4.5/5(89 reviews)
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
Activities
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
AU$41
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Madrid Tour with Skip-the-Line Royal Palace and Prado Museum
AU$154
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Prado Museum Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
AU$91
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Madrid
4.5
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
25 Feb 2020Even with constant crowds it is fairly easy to move about. Festivals in the major plazas are offered daily. GPS though is sometimes unreliable in narrow streets.
5/5 - Excellent
Chris
18 Jan 2020Enjoyed every single part of Madrid, all the places, Food, culture, streets, shopping and people.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
4 Jan 2020We spent 4 nights 3 days in Madrid. We could have easily condensed this into 2 days which would have left us more time to spend in Segovia and Zaragoza which we loved.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Jan 2020I definetly will recommend to my friends and relatives to visit Madrid, it is a safe place to travell and to visit and the people are very friendly and helpful.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
20 Nov 2019Vibrant city with lots to see and do. I loved walking around the city, it felt safe and had a great atmosphere. Retiro Park, the Prada museum, the palace and the hospitality were all very good.
5/5 - Excellent
dee
23 Oct 2019Amazin :)
