Castillejos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance
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Other neighbourhoods around Castillejos
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 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 El Corte Inglés and La Caixa Foundation. 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 Calle de la Princesa 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.
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Prado Museum
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- IFEMA
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Jarama Circuit
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum