Atocha Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Atocha Station Memorial
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Atocha Station Memorial. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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
The Puerta del Sol is where all of Madrid's roads meet, a central gathering point for madrileños, and home to some of its best-loved symbols.
Plaza Mayor
A square-shaped piece of Madrid's soul – a sheltered 17th century quadrangle that has seen bull-fights and fiestas, fires and protests and kings that come and go.
El Retiro Park
While Casa de Campo is a park walking on the wild side of western Madrid, its eastern counterpart, El Retiro Park, is Madrid's genteel, cultured take on park-life.
Activities
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Atocha Hotel Deals
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Very helpful staff. Clean rooms, comfy bed.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Latroupe Prado
Beautiful room in a nice location. Super convenient to get to all the attractions, but still quiet enough for a good rest. Booked a private room instead of shared room.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Liabeny
A estadia foi incrivel. Atendimento impecável conosco, especialmente com a minha filha, que ganhou até um mimo do hotel. Localização perfeita!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Regina
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Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Live It Gran Via
Great
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
The rooms were beautiful, breakfast was incredible, and the staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Atocha
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.
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.
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.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and El Rastro. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
Embajadores
El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo 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.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
Atocha Travel Guide
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Prado Museum
- Movistar Arena
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Palacio Vistalegre
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- U.S. Embassy
