Madrid Centro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Madrid Centro
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.
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.
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Cutting-edge contemporary art – and challenging pieces by Spain's 20th century art 'superstars', Picasso and Dali – are among the works found in the Reina Sofía.
Plaza de España - Princesa
A beautiful square dominated by its statue to Miguel Cervantes – creator of windmill-tilting Don Quixote and his sidekick Sancho.
Activities
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
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 Madrid Centro Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Everything was great. The only thing was a little crowded, the elevators and the breakfast. But the hotel’s location was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hotel Regina
A great central hotel in Madrid in the best location you can find with a really good price for the room for where it is. We really enjoyed our stay here. The room had everything we needed for our stay and was very clean and comfy. Staff were lovely and attentive when we needed them. Would highly ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hotel Emperador
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and excellent location
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Live It Gran Via
In a very convenient location in the city center. The room was nice but du to sharing the bathroom with other people it got a little annoying. Also the walls are thin.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Room very clean. The housekeeper works extremely hard and very diligent
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified
Spotless room, great shower, lovely staff, delicious breakfast, perfect location....I'll be back!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Madrid Centro
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.
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.
Cortes
While you're in Cortes, take in top sights like Gran Via and jump on the metro at Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Austrias
Travellers to Austrias praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Oriente.
