Palacio Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Lope de Vega Theatre
Enjoy a show at Lope de Vega Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Madrid. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Royal Theatre
Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.
Activities
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best Palacio Hotel Deals
Hotel Emperador
Great location! close to everything
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía
Excellent location! Loved the terrace bar. Our room was very quiet even though we were in the busy Gran Via.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Grupotel Mayorazgo
Our stay was quite nice.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Dear Hotel Madrid
Clean rooms and very friendly staff!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Courteous staff, great place to stay
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Room was spacious, storage area was very good, location was amazing and staff were really helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palacio
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.
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.
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.
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.
