Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.

Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.

Almudena Cathedral
Admire the baroque architecture as you walk through the entrance and into the fascinating interior of Madrid’s only cathedral.

Plaza de Oriente
Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.

City Hall
Admire the architecture of Madrid’s old town hall or go for a tour of the interior to see where councilors ran the city for more than 300 years.
Things to do

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup

Mix & Save: El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen and Toledo
Austrias Hotel Deals

The Social Hub Madrid
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Hotel Riu Plaza España
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Senator Barajas Hotel
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Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
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Latroupe Prado
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Barceló Torre de Madrid
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Other neighborhoods around Austrias

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

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.

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

Malasaña
Museums, cafes, and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Calle de la Princesa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

Embajadores
Travelers love Embajadores for its fascinating museums, and you can see more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo.