Getafe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Be surprised by Getafe, which holds interesting historic and religious settlements and is considered to be the centre of the Iberian Peninsula.

Go on holidays in Getafe and discover the hidden charms that this municipality holds. Apart from being the main industrial city to the south of Madrid, Getafe has some major attractions that often go unnoticed.

Getafe is the ideal base for visiting Madrid. Its proximity to the capital, only 8 miles away, together with its reasonable prices make it an excellent option for staying the night. If you do end up in Getafe, take some time to climb up the Cerro de los Ángeles. The pleasant ascent to the top, through endless pine trees, will allow you to claim you have passed through the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula.

Once at the top, you’ll find a number of religious monuments including the Hermitage of Our Lady of the Angels, the Convent of the Order of Discalced Carmelites and the Diocesan Seminary. Book acheap holiday in Getafe to discover some little-explored spots of the community of Madrid.

While you explore the centre, admire the Church of La Magdalena, built between the 16th and 18th centuries and considered the top examples of Madrid’s Renaissance architecture. A short distance away you’ll find Hospitalillo de San José, with its pretty cloister, which has left its past as a hospital behind to become a cultural centre. If you book one of our package holidays in Getafe, you can discover the settlements that still hold pure essence.

The variety of dining options in Getafe will make lovers of good food extremely happy. Cocido stew, callos a la madrileña (tripe), and chickpea stew are some of the examples of typical Getafe cuisine, influenced by the Castilian climate and the local produce.

Getafe’s climate is continental Mediterranean, with warm summers and cool winters in which the landscape can be covered with a blanket of snow.

Book your flight + hotel to Getafe now and enjoy much more than just a good location close to the capital.

Where to stay in Getafe

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El Bercial

While El Bercial isn't home to many top sights, Parquesur and La Cubierta Bull Ring are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Bercial
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Perales del Río

While there might not be top attractions in Perales del Río, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Basilica of Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Coliseum Stadium.

Perales del Río
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Cerro Buenavista

When in Cerro Buenavista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Calle de Manuel Cobo Calleja or Catedral of Santa Maria Magdalena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Conservatorio Station or Arroyo Cludebro Station.

Cerro Buenavista

Getafe Norte

While you're in Getafe Norte, take in top sights like Coliseum Stadium and jump on the metro at Los Espartales Station to see more of the city.

Getafe Norte
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is ₹15,892 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹15,892
₹17,481 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,230 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Barceló Torre de Madrid

Barceló Torre de Madrid

5 out of 5
Plaza de España, 18, Madrid
The price is ₹14,598 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹14,598
₹16,058 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,945 reviews)
"Excellent staff and amenities! Clean! Really enjoyed our visit!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Barceló Torre de Madrid
Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid

Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid

4 out of 5
Calle Serrano Jover 3, Madrid, Madrid
The price is ₹13,569 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹13,569
₹14,926 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,367 reviews)
"Great breakfast"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid

Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid

1 out of 5
C CALIDAD , 1, POLIGONO LOS OLIVOS, Getafe
Stay at this campsite in Getafe. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nassica Shopping Center and The Magic ...
6.6/10 (216 reviews)
"Nice area with swimming pool and a bbq area"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid
Gran View Apartments

Gran View Apartments

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,192 reviews)
Enjoyable Stay
"Overall my family and I had a very comfortable stay. The rooms are modern, spacious, and clean. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The only negatives were the slow elevators (one was broken) and the location (too close to the noise and crowds - my fault, not that of the hotels). If you expect ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Gran View Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments

Compostela Suites Apartments

3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (626 reviews)
"Breakfast was wonderful. We had dinner there and it was very good as well. The appartment was comfortable and clean. We had a frustrating commmunication issue because we called ahead to see if we could store our bags there ahead of our stay and we were told we could, but when we showed up with the ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Compostela Suites Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Getafe

3.6
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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Probably not all that great if you are here for business - not really enough ammenaties and definately don't stay here if you are here for an event at IFEMA

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

When we booked i thought we were staying actually in madrid not on the outskirts but was very nice if you were willing to pay for uber or taxi evrry time

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Just a pleasant suburb of Madrid with bars and restaurants .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good transport links to Madrid

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