Ibiza 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.

National Prado Museum
A roll call of brilliant painters – Bosch, Rubens, Botticelli, Rembrandt, Goya and Velázquez – are waiting to be viewed at the Prado Museum.

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

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid

Madrid Local Tapas & Wine tour with Drinks & Rooftop Views

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Our pick of the best Ibiza Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great service
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Hotel Regina
Breakfast was amazing - even had green juice. Room was lovely. Location is fab.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Barceló Torre de Madrid
Beautiful place and very customer service tha best
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Breakfast was diverse and good
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Hotel Emperador
Excellent location, great staff and good hotel conditions
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Very nice hotel with a very convenient location.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ibiza

Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like National Prado Museum and Plaza Mariano de Cavia, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal 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 National Archaeological Museum.

Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like National 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.

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.

Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and San Anton Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.

Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like National Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
