Suroeste Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Madrid Local Tapas & Wine tour with Drinks & Rooftop Views
Our pick of the best Suroeste Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
The hotel has wonderful views of the City, however, the service by the staff is awful.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Regina
Easy walk to restaurants and shopping. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Very pleasant stay and would absolutely cone back.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Room was clean, staff were nice and friendly
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
The airport shuttle was easy. The breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Emperador
Wonderful hotel within a walking distance from a lot of sights. Friendly and efficient staff. The hotel has an amazing sky bar!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Live It Gran Via
Ok
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Suroeste
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.
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.
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.
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.
