Barajas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Real Madrid City
Catch an event at Real Madrid City during your trip to Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums 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.
Rueda de Saturno
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Rueda de Saturno. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Our pick of the best Barajas Hotel Deals
Hotel101- Madrid
"Good"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
"A nice friendly hotel. A bit run down, but the room was nice."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Melia Madrid Barajas
"Easy convenient shuttle to hotel for a 10 hour layover. Room was well appointed and bed was comfortable."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
"A blanket is need in bed, the room was cold and couldn't adjust the temperature."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Sercotel Madrid Aeropuerto
"This hotel is closely situated next to the airport and the free airport shuttle was super helpful for our early flight the next day. The rooms were spacious and clean. Overall good and convenient hotel."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hilton Madrid Airport
"Unexpectedly spacious room and the bar in the lobby had great food (we tried the pizza and the club sandwich), albeit a little pricey. Their shuttle to and from the airport was a good replacement for the taxi but in the day of our departure we waited for about 40 minutes for it. The only thing I ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Barajas
Madrid Centro
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 Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and El Jardin de Serrano. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
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.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
