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 theatre scene 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.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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.
Top hotels in Barajas
Hotel Maydrit Airport
We did not take breakfast. Had dinner and thought the food was adequate for a hotel property. It was very quiet and we got a good night sleep before departing for the airport. Advantage of the free airport shuttle - however the times were about 1.5 hours earlier than we would have liked to be at ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Senator Barajas Hotel
Yes everything was very good. Pickup, room, staff.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Melia Barajas
Very clean room. Breakfast was fantastic! Airport shuttle a great perk!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
Perfect overnight stay for a layover. Airport shuttle is efficient.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Novotel Madrid Campo de las Naciones
The showers fitting need to be more modern - sink was blocked in my room 4xx
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Hotel Regina
Spotless room and very nice and helpful staff- location is perfect
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Glass Palace and Calle de Alcalá, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Barajas Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Barajas Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Madrid neighborhoods
- More trip options
- IFEMA
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Movistar Arena
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Plaza de Castilla
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Jarama Circuit
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
Choose Your Barajas Hotel Style
Hotels Near Barajas, Madrid
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