Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Madrid
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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.
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.
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
Top hotels in Casco Antiguo
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
The stay was very good until it was time for check out. One of the 2 elevetors got broken, and the other elevator only stopped 4 times in 20 minutes in my floor. Because they were small elevators they were always full. Had to take down the stairs with my luggege and in all lost half an hour in the ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Latroupe Prado
I really liked most everything about Latroupe Prado! The facilities were very clean, the staff very accommodating and helpful, and my room very comfortable. It would be nice to have paper towels next to en-suite sink to clean around sink area when finished. I will be returning to stay at Latroupe ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excellent hotel. Outstanding Breakfast variety and quality!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hostal Madrid Atocha
The staff was very helpful with everything and the room was super clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
I like how everything was close by and in a convenient location. You can walk everywhere from their and metro is right across the street.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Very clean room and sheets. Receptionist was very polite they answered all my questions.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Antiguo
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Embajadores
El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo 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.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and El Rastro. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- IFEMA
- Movistar Arena
- 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
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Palacio Vistalegre
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Plaza de Colon
- Plenilunio Shopping Mall
