Palacio Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.
Almudena Cathedral
Madrid's elegantly poised cathedral, paired opposite the Royal Palace in the west of the city, is a somewhat recent addition to this timeless city.
Lope de Vega Theatre
Enjoy a show at Lope de Vega Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Madrid. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Plaza de Oriente
Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.
Royal Theatre
Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.
Activities
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Our pick of the best Palacio Hotel Deals
Hotel Emperador
Nice hotel with in 30 minutes of many attractions and restaurants
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía
Amazing boutique hotel in Gran Via in the middle of the action. Amazing atmosphere at the reception and the terrace (music a bit too loud) and swimming pool much smaller than on hotel pictures. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Dear Hotel Madrid
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excellent options and quality
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
We had a great stay at Novotel Madrid Centre. The location is very convenient, the room was clean, and the staff were all friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
The staff in the restaurant were not very friendly but everything else was great!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palacio
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.
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
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.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Barrio de las Letras
Known for its fantastic nightlife and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Barrio de las Letras. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and National Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Anton Martin Station to see more of the city.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Calle de la Princesa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
