Estrella 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.
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.
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.
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 Guided Tour Royal Palace
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Estrella Hotel Deals
voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
Clean rooms, attentive staff
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Had a lovely time at the Crowne Plaza in Madrid. The staff were amazing - super friendly and helpful. Big shoutout to Camila in the restaurant, she was a joy to talk to! The food was delicious, and the rooms were fantastic! clean, comfy, and modern. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hotel Regina
Spotless room and very nice and helpful staff- location is perfect
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Espectacular muy buen servicio todo limpio y excelente ubicación
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Excelente todo
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hostal Madrid Atocha
The room was clean with comfortable beds. Very bare bones, but a good location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Estrella
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.
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.
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.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and La Caixa Foundation. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Estrella Travel Guide
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- 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
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Palacio Vistalegre
