Fuencarral Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fuencarral
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.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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.
Parque Warner Madrid
Enjoy the rides and games at Parque Warner Madrid and find out why this is a popular theme park in San Martin de la Vega. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
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.
Activities
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best Fuencarral Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
It is nice place, clean , staff pleasant and help full. Close shops yes , Zara and Mango
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Great hotel, very modern and staff really nice. Very centrally located and close to the metro and train stations.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Principe Pio
Really great location near parks, transit and the royal palace. We used it as our hub for trips to other cities. Staff were really nice even though my Spanish is hardly worth attempting. They were also flexible about storage between our two stays. You could certainly use their breakfast buffet every ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Regina
Pessoal muito cordial
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Amazing rooms! Clean, big and comfortable. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Location is superb! Walking distance to the park and shopping!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
The hotel is very nice but if on the roadside it is very noisy all night with the windows open. There was no a/c so don’t know how hot it would be in the summer. The pool is small and shallow and the sauna is also vey small. Contrary to the information on Hotels there is no 24 hour shuttle to the ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fuencarral
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 Golden Mile. 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 National Archaeological Museum.
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.
