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.
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.
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.
Plaza de Santa Ana
You can find out about the history of Madrid when you stop by Plaza de Santa Ana. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this culturally rich area.
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.
Activities
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best Madrid Centro Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Regina
Yes, the room is kept and cleaned daily.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hotel Emperador
Very clean, nice staff great breakfast. Everything in point
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Liabeny
The hotel is decent with clean room, good service and breakfast buffet. The garage is a bit tight. The staff is willing to help pull the car out before we left the next day. It's very close to the old town and walking distance to many historic sites.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Great hotel with polite and friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified
Clean
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
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.
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.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
