Barajas Travel Guide
Madrid





Popular places to visit

IFEMA
Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style.

El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.

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.

Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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Other neighbourhoods around Barajas

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.

Castellana
If you're spending time in Castellana, you might enjoy attractions like Golden Mile and ABC Serrano. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Nunez de Balboa Station to see more of the city.

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.

Tetuán
Travellers choose Tetuán for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Tetuan Station or Valdeacederas Station and check out top sights like Cuzco Square.

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.

Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top Madrid neighborhoods
- More trip options
- IFEMA
- Gran Via
- Plaza Mayor
- Puerta del Sol
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- WiZink Center
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Plaza de Castilla
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Jarama Circuit
- Plaza de Colon