Barajas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Juan Carlos I Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juan Carlos I Park, a lovely green space in Madrid. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
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
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best Barajas Hotel Deals
Hotel Maydrit Airport
We did not take breakfast. Had dinner and thought the food was adequate for a hotel property. It was very quiet and we got a good night sleep before departing for the airport. Advantage of the free airport shuttle - however the times were about 1.5 hours earlier than we would have liked to be at ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Senator Barajas Hotel
Yes everything was very good. Pickup, room, staff.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Melia Barajas
Very clean room. Breakfast was fantastic! Airport shuttle a great perk!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
Perfect overnight stay for a layover. Airport shuttle is efficient.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Novotel Madrid Campo de las Naciones
Food was excellent in the restaurant and staff very friendly
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hotel Regina
Spotless room and very nice and helpful staff- location is perfect
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
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 El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. 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 Glass Palace and Calle de Alcalá, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Barajas Travel Guide
- Juan Carlos I Park
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- El Retiro Park
- Parque Warner Madrid
- Prado Museum
- Movistar Arena
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
