Colonia de la Prensa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Colonia de la Prensa
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.
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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
Activities
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Colonia de la Prensa Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
O quarto estava sempre limpo, chuveiro agradável, café da manhã muito fraco, com poucas variedades, o omelete feito na hora nao tem ingredientes alem de queijo e presunto!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
yes and yes
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Regina
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was immaculate and comfortable. Location is outstanding and close to everything. Breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Emperador
Love it.. clean and the staff excellent
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Chamartin The One
Need halal . More egg options
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Latroupe Prado
Bien
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Colonia de la Prensa
Arganzuela
Spend some time visiting places like Matadero Madrid while getting to know Arganzuela, and be sure to check out the interesting museums. You can hop aboard the metro at Delicias Station or Legazpi Station to see more of the area.
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.
Embajadores
Teatro Nuevo Apolo and El Rastro are top sights in Embajadores, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
Austrias
Travellers to Austrias praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Oriente.
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.
