Atocha Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Atocha Station Memorial
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Atocha Station Memorial. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
Top hotels in Atocha
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
The staff were off the scale AMAZING!!! Could not have been better
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Regina
The location is perfect in central Madrid with walking distance from main attractions. The staff is very courteous and helpful, the room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast had a lot of options to choose from. Overall, I’ll stay here again
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Emperador
The staff was very polite and helpful, the building interior while a bit dated was very clean. The outside was also in good shape. The entrance is a bit hectic with people and also floods very easily when it rains on the side walk. Overall the location is very convenient to attractions and I would ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Live It Gran Via
There was no heater in the room, no blanket.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Latroupe Prado
Super nice, all that we expected and more. Great staff and breakfast. Connections with train and bus service plus close to the site
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Radisson RED Madrid
The hotel is really cool and stylish, staff were amazing and so accommodating. Big room.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Atocha
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like 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.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like 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.
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 Sala Triangulo and Teatro Nuevo Apolo. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
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.
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.
