Barajas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Real Madrid City
Catch an event at Real Madrid City during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
IFEMA
Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style.
Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Madrid at Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Juan Carlos I Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juan Carlos I Park, a lovely green space in Madrid. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Castillo de la Alameda
Find out about the history of Madrid with a stop at Castillo de la Alameda. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Our pick of the best Barajas Hotel Deals
Senator Barajas Hotel
great
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Pullman Madrid Airport & Feria
Excelente hotel a pocos metros de la estacion feria de madrid, habitaciones amplias, bien dotadas, el personal muy amable.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Melia Barajas
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Clement Barajas
Clean, quiet, good modern facilities, good breakfast and very helpful staff. An excellent hotel and we could not fault it in any way.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Amazing breakfast & doormen & rooftop bar! Although our room did not have a view, we were able to see plenty around the hotel. Very spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Staff great and beds very comfy
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barajas
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
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.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Movistar Arena and El Corte Inglés. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
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.
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.
