Madrid Centro Travel Guide
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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.
Plaza de Cibeles
Pay a visit to the fountain of fertility, encircled by magnificent buildings at the heart of Spain's capital.
Top hotels in Madrid Centro
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great hotel, friendly staff, close to everything , amazing food and wonderful breakfast!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Emperador
The rooms and the hotel stood out in cleanliness also the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Regina
All was excellent
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Great space, great location and amazing service!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel Liabeny
Habitación comoda, limpia, personal muy atento. Localización excelente, cerca de todo, pero retirado de la multitud de gente. Volveremos
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Madrid Marriott Hotel Princesa Plaza
Thank you for a spectacular stay. I don't have a single negative comment, only words of thanks. Keep doing things with love and dedication to service. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Madrid Centro
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Gran Via or Puerta del Sol 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.
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 San Anton Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca 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 CaixaForum Madrid and Prado Museum, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
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.
Madrid Centro Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Madrid Centro by Star Rating
- Choose Your Madrid Centro Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Madrid neighborhoods
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Plaza de Callao
- Almudena Cathedral
- El Rastro
- Preciados Street
- Casino Gran Via
- Sabatini Gardens
- Plaza de la Villa
- Círculo de Bellas Artes
- Plaza del Emperador Carlos V
- Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande
Hotels in Madrid Centro by Star Rating
Choose Your Madrid Centro Hotel Style
Hotels Near Madrid Centro, Madrid
- Sol Hotels
- Salamanca Hotels
- Chueca Hotels
- Malasaña Hotels
- Atocha Hotels
- Huertas Hotels
- Lavapiés Hotels
- Chamberí Hotels
- Recoletos Hotels
- Jerónimos Hotels
- Retiro Hotels
- Golden Triangle of Art Hotels
- Austrias Hotels
- Embajadores Hotels
- Almagro Hotels
- Barrio de La Latina Hotels
- Arganzuela Hotels
- Cortes Hotels
- Literary Quarter Hotels
- Palacio Hotels
