Madrid Centro 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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Journey by means of modern art through the key political and social moments of recent times.
San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.
Top hotels in Madrid Centro
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Perfect location to explore Madrid. Metro-Station in front of the building. Sightseeing Spots like the historic center or the Royal Palace in walking distance.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Regina
Perfectly located, well-appointed rooms, quiet and comfortable stay, phenomenal breakfast, and lovely staff. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Madrid!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Clean room
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Emperador
Central location. Close to all main attractions. Clean hotel nice rooms great staff
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Live It Gran Via
Ok
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Gran View Apartments
They dont accept american express.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Madrid Centro
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
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.
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.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
Austrias
Travellers to Austrias praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Oriente.