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.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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.
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
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Walking Tour of Madrid Moderno, Madrid de los Bourbons
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Our pick of the best Vicalvaro Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Latroupe Prado
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Senator Barajas Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Hotel Liabeny
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vicalvaro
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.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like 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.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like 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 Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Paseo del Prado, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
