Vicalvaro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vicalvaro
Popular places to visit
Faunia
Meet the animals who live at Faunia during your trip to Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
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.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
National Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
Activities
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing
Our pick of the best Vicalvaro Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
The hotel is centrally located, which was helpful. The breakfast buffet was great. Unfortunately the elevators broke down during our stay, but were fixed fairly quickly. The advertised pool wasn’t open during our stay on hot April days, so that was a bit disappointing. The AC in the room was hard ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Very helpful staff and the breakfast was amazing with plenty of choice. Rooms very clean and hotel also very clean. Well situated for the Metro (O’Donnell or Goya) and a short distance to the Retiro gardens. Easy to get to from the airport on Bus 203 (5 Euro per person when we took it). Lots of places ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
Everything including the breakfast was just excellent
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Staff were incredibly accommodating and kind. Beautiful location. The pool area is perfect for a midday dip.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Clean rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast Easy walk to most everything Great shower
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vicalvaro
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.
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.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like National Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
