The Spanish capital is not all hustle and bustle nibble tapas in a cobbled square, visit ancient churches, or relax in one of Madrid’s spacious parks.
Madrid Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Madrid
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.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Salamanca
4.5/5(14 area reviews)
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and La Caixa Foundation. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
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.
Malasaña
4.5/5(10 area reviews)
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Liria Palace while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
Atocha
4.5/5(16 area reviews)
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.
Hotel Emperador
Gran Via 53, Madrid, Madrid
The price is AU$411 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$411
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,574 reviews)
"Excellent customer service!"
Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Plaza de España, 18, Madrid
The price is AU$490 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$490
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,763 reviews)
"Staff were exceedingly friendly and the hotel was kept in excellent condition with cleanliness being a standout. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is AU$140 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$140
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,924 reviews)
Just fine to spend a travel night
"Hotel close to MAD T1 Just fine to spend a night if you are dealing with next day flights, otherwise better to stay in the city"
Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
Calle Gran Vía 47, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (286 reviews)
"For a 3-star hotel it is excellent. In front of La Gran Via and the Santo Domingo bus and metro stops, it makes moving through Madrid a breeze. Carefour grocery is nearby, so are restaurants and ice cream shops. Near Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and other landmarks in the area."
Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025
Gran View Apartments
C/ Gran Vía 48, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,075 reviews)
Beautiful, clean, spacious
"Absolutely wonderful property. Spacious and beautiful, plus the rooftop view was amazing. Great location for the family. Would definitely book there again if we return to the area."
Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025
Compostela Suites Apartments
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (538 reviews)
"Overall good. However in apartment in the kitchen you can find only cutlery for 2 people. No kettle, tea or coffee. No hairdryer. Air-conditioning had silly noise. We stay only for one night so was ok for us. But didn't want to stay for longer time. Reception very friendly and very good communication. ..."
Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
4.5/5(54 reviews)
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Bernabéu Stadium
4.5/5(15 reviews)
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
4/5(64 reviews)
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
4.5/5(93 reviews)
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
4.5/5(71 reviews)
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.
Prado Museum
4.5/5(57 reviews)
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: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
AU$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
AU$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance
AU$44
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
AU$33
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
AU$91
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Madrid
4.5
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Even with constant crowds it is fairly easy to move about. Festivals in the major plazas are offered daily. GPS though is sometimes unreliable in narrow streets.
5/5 - Excellent
Chris
Enjoyed every single part of Madrid, all the places, Food, culture, streets, shopping and people.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
We spent 4 nights 3 days in Madrid. We could have easily condensed this into 2 days which would have left us more time to spend in Segovia and Zaragoza which we loved.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
I definetly will recommend to my friends and relatives to visit Madrid, it is a safe place to travell and to visit and the people are very friendly and helpful.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Vibrant city with lots to see and do. I loved walking around the city, it felt safe and had a great atmosphere. Retiro Park, the Prada museum, the palace and the hospitality were all very good.
5/5 - Excellent
dee
Amazin :)
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Other places like Madrid
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Prado Museum
- IFEMA
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- San Miguel Market
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Jarama Circuit
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Paseo del Prado