El Viso Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Prado Museum
A roll call of brilliant painters – Bosch, Rubens, Botticelli, Rembrandt, Goya and Velázquez – are waiting to be viewed at the Prado Museum.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Armouries and pharmacies, rooms filled with fine porcelain, amazing collections of watches and silverware, and never-ending corridors graced by masterpieces.
Activities
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best El Viso Hotel Deals
Hotel Emperador
Love it.. clean and the staff excellent
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
yes and yes
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
O quarto estava sempre limpo, chuveiro agradável, café da manhã muito fraco, com poucas variedades, o omelete feito na hora nao tem ingredientes alem de queijo e presunto!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Regina
Very friendly staff and excellent service
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Latroupe Prado
Bien
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hostal Madrid Atocha
Amazing
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Viso
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.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Mercado de la Paz. 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.
Chamberí
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Chamberí. If sightseeing is on the list, Calle de la Princesa is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Islas Filipinas Station or Quevedo Station to see more of the area.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca 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 Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
