Cortes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Plaza de Santa Ana
You can find out about the history of Madrid when you stop by Plaza de Santa Ana. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
From Renaissance and Impressionist, to Expressionist and Post-Modern, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is the perfect complement to Madrid's two other fine art museums.
Paseo del Prado
Immerse yourself in culture as you spend a day exploring the many art galleries scattered along this charming, leafy boulevard.
Fountain of Neptune
Snap photos of this emblematic fountain, which represents a mythological Greek god and is the perfect complement to the resplendent buildings of the Paseo del Prado.
CaixaForum Madrid
Check out the exhibits on art, music and poetry at this former power station, now a futuristic hub of innovation and art.
Círculo de Bellas Artes
The rooftop terrace has stunning vistas of central Madrid, while the interior is a hub of the arts, from music and poetry events to lectures and science exhibits.
Activities
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing
Our pick of the best Cortes Hotel Deals
Radisson RED Madrid
Great
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Gran Hotel Inglés - The Leading Hotels of the World
Lovely hotel and location. Staff are very friendly
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
NH Madrid Nacional
Clean room, nice hotel. It’s in a great location, but they don’t offer you coffee so you have to buy it every day.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Catalonia Gran Via Madrid
Comfortable room, friendly staff and extraordinary location.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Far Home Atocha
Very good location and easy to find. Front desk staff is courteous, and is available 24 hours, making check in very easy. The double room was small, as expected, but everything was functional. It's an older building, but did the job. I personally found the bed and pillows much firmer that desired, ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Catalonia Atocha
Nice clean hotel with excellent staff.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cortes
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.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, 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 Gran Via or Puerta del Sol and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
Embajadores
Teatro Nuevo Apolo and El Rastro 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.
