Popular places to visit
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!
San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.
Almudena Cathedral
Madrid’s only cathedral is a definite crowd-pleaser, with a mixed architectural style and breathtaking panorama of the city from its viewing platform.
Plaza de Oriente
Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.
City Hall
Take a tour around the building that housed Madrid’s administration for over 300 years to soak up some of the Spanish capital’s history.
Activities
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Our pick of the best Austrias Hotel Deals
Grupotel Mayorazgo
Lovely hotel, great room and staff. Breakfast was superb every day. My only gripe was it can be quite noisy. We were at the front if the hotel, the windows cut out a lot, but could still hear traffic and people outside and busy times (it was a busy time ) and we could also hear people in the next ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hotel Principe Pio
Spacious and Spotless room, modern decoration. Nice staff. Hotel is very well located, very safe area walking distance to Plaza de España and Príncipe Pio shopping centre.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor
Great central location with clean room & attentive staff.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Social Hub Madrid
Pretty close to Metro and shopping mall (with a very nice supermarket). A short walking distance to shopping streets and attractions (Royal Palace). Love the decoration vibe of hotel interior design. Facilities are friendly to guests including cross training seasons, a big kitchen for self cooking ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
VP Plaza España Design
excellent hotel, outstanding service. Will definitely stay again highly recommend.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
The Social Hub Madrid 4 star
Really great hotel, reception area is really well decorated and welcoming. Staff explained everything superbly. I didn't eat breakfast at the hotel but looked like there were tons of choices. Only a short walk to the nearest metro and train station too
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Austrias
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Gran Via or Puerta del Sol and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
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.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
