Sol Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Puerta del Sol

Puerta del Sol

Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.

Puerta del Sol
Plaza Mayor showing a square or plaza, a monument and a statue or sculpture

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.

Plaza Mayor
Plaza de Callao

Plaza de Callao

Learn about the local history of Madrid when you take a trip to Plaza de Callao. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Plaza de Callao
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Preciados Street

During your visit to Madrid, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Preciados Street. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Preciados Street
El Oso y el Madrono

El Oso y el Madrono

Learn about the local history of Madrid when you spend time at El Oso y el Madrono. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

El Oso y el Madrono
Joy Madrid

Joy Madrid

Enjoy a show at Joy Madrid, a theatre with a story to tell in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Joy Madrid

Activities

Red double-decker hop-on hop-off bus in Madrid

Madrid City Tour

AU$42
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour
Big Bus Madrid Panoramic Open-top Bus Tour

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

AU$40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

AU$56
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

AU$69
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour

From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour

AU$90
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

AU$62
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
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Our pick of the best Sol Hotel Deals

Hotel Liabeny

Hotel Liabeny

4 out of 5
Calle de la Salud 3, Madrid
The price is AU$301 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$301
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,442 reviews)
"I stayed for a business trip. The hotel is in a great location. Taxi rank outside and a couple of minutes walk from Sol train station. I was lucky that my room was ready for me upon arriving earlier than check-in time. You are in the middle of everything from shopping to bars and restaurants. Room ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Liabeny
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19, Madrid, Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$582 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$582
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,171 reviews)
"the stuff were so friendly and acomodotaing. we arrived early and were able to get our room. the room was clean, location is great."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hotel Regina
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

4 out of 5
Gran Vía 29, Madrid
The price is AU$385 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$385
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Shops right outside the door- great location , clean room, comfortable bed, lots of space in room for storage, friendly staff, pool area nice."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
Intelier Palacio de San Martín Hotel

Intelier Palacio de San Martín Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza San Martin, 5, Madrid, Madrid
The price is AU$272 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$272
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,044 reviews)
"Good hotel."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Intelier Palacio de San Martín Hotel
UMusic Hotel Madrid

UMusic Hotel Madrid

5 out of 5
Calle de la Paz 11, Madrid
The price is AU$422 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$422
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (717 reviews)
"This hotel is fantastic. You are in the heart and walking distance from everything you need. They also have fantastic shows at the theater. We really enjoyed this hotel. Coffee shop across the street is amazing."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

UMusic Hotel Madrid
Hotel Europa

Hotel Europa

3 out of 5
Calle Carmen, 4, Madrid, Madrid
The price is AU$286 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$286
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff! Location is within walking distance to palace, museums, shopping, and dining."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel Europa
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Other neighbourhoods around Sol

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Madrid Centro

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

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 Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

Madrid Centro
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Huertas

5/5(23 area reviews)

Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.

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Embajadores

El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo 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.

Embajadores
Mercado de San Miguel showing markets, interior views and food

Palacio

While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.

Palacio
Chueca featuring café lifestyle and a city as well as a large group of people

Chueca

5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Chueca
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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.

Barrio de La Latina

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