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
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Our pick of the best Simancas Hotel Deals
Spark By Hilton Madrid Alcala
Although i only stayed for 3 nights, the staff were so kind and accommodating. Especially the general manager whose name i forget, i think her name was essia. She guided me on what to see and enjoy in Madrid. Solo travelling is not easy because you have to figure everything out yourself, but she ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel ILUNION Alcalá Norte
Nice clean hotel, good breakfast. Brilliant location for Athletico Madrid football stadium
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Friendly helpful staff, breakfast choice is amazing, roof top bar is outstanding, very clean, wonderful view thank you very much
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
El hotel súper céntrico. A unos pasos del parque del retiro. Lo único es q pedimos habitacion para 3 y la cama en vez de queen era twin y se separaba. Viajamos mi esposo mi hija de 11 años y yo. El buffet de desayuno súper Rico. El staff siempre muy atento. Nos guardaron las maletas el último día ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
Fabulous hotel that provides great service abd is in a perfect location. Akways a pkeasure to stay here.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
I dont know
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Simancas
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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 Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
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.
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.
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.
