Madrid Centro Travel 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.
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 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 culturally rich area.
Activities
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Spanish Cooking Class: Paella, Tapas & Sangria in Madrid
Paella cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing
Avila with Walls & Segovia with Alcazar - Full Day Tour from Madrid
Madrid: Day Trip to Cuenca with Cathedral or Enchanted City
Royal Monastery of El Escorial & Valley of the Fallen
Our pick of the best Madrid Centro Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Madrid Centro
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
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 Pedro Zerolo. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
Justicia
While you're in Justicia, take in top sights like Gran Via or Plaza de Pedro Zerolo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chueca Station or Banco de Espana Station.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Royal Palace of Madrid, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
What kind of hotels are in Madrid Centro?
Are there hotels near Madrid Centro?
- Salamanca Hotels
- Retiro Hotels
- Sol Hotels
- Chamberí Hotels
- Atocha Hotels
- Malasaña Hotels
- Arganzuela Hotels
- Chueca Hotels
- Cortes Hotels
- Recoletos Hotels
- Palacio Hotels
- Justicia Hotels
- Embajadores Hotels
- Barrio de las Letras Hotels
- Moncloa-Aravaca Hotels
- Latina Hotels
- Jerónimos Hotels
- Moncloa - Arguelles Hotels
- Literary Quarter Hotels
- Huertas Hotels