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.
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.
Lope de Vega Theatre
Enjoy a show at Lope de Vega Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Royal Theatre
Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.
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.
Activities
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
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
Madrid: Prado Museum with Optonal Tapas or E-bike Tour
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best Palacio Hotel Deals
Hotel Emperador
Everything is good
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Urban Hive Madrid
Lovel hotel in a convenient central location with cool modern decor and good cleanliness. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. The pillows in the room weren't to my preference but their pillow menu service was great and a lovely little touch.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía
Great breakfast and fantastic location
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
Was very basic room. No amenities. It would have been nice to have soap for the little kitchen area. The AC did not work and there was no fan so it was very hot!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Dear Hotel Madrid
Me encantó el hotel, limpio, acogedor, bien ubicado, cerca de todo, personar muy amable.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Inhala Hotel Garden
Es un hotel remodelado orientado hacia una cultura ambiental muy linda y necesaria, sin embargo tengo una crítica severa a este y a cualquier hotel en Europa. La temperatura del cuarto no es controlable al antojo del huésped. Está establecido que vas a existir a 20.5 grados centígrados y punto. Gerencia ...
Reviewed on 13 May 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.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via 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 Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Barrio de las Letras
Known for its fantastic nightlife and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Barrio de las Letras. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and National Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Anton Martin Station to see more of the city.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Plaza del Dos de Mayo while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.
