Barajas Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Real Madrid City
Catch an event at Real Madrid City during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Madrid at Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Juan Carlos I Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juan Carlos I Park, a lovely green space in Madrid. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Castillo de la Alameda
Find out about the history of Madrid with a stop at Castillo de la Alameda. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Top hotels in Barajas
ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas
The bed and pillows were comfortable , but it was very very noisy and the room was so hot we had to sleep with the window open …. Car, motorcycle , people at the pub accross the street making noise until 3am…. Terrible sleep ….if you are a light sleeper stay somewhere else
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
The hotel was conveniently located for the airport and about 30 minutes from the city centre on line 5 metro The staff were friendly, we could not get the courtesy bus from the airport as we waited and ended up paying 25€ for a taxi, that could have been better information provided. The food and ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hotel Clement Barajas
Great value for money.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
En el Rooftops del hotel acosan todo el tiempo a los huespedes se supone que si llevas varios diaz en el hotel y te as identificado no tendrian todos los diaz preguntarte que si estas hospedado , tambien te hacen sentir mal porque no puedes disfrutar de unos tragos cada ves que pides un trago o cualquier ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Very well situated in the middle of the best spots in Madrid. Will most definitely stay again, the best staff, great good and excellent location
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Principe Pio
Really great location near parks, transit and the royal palace. We used it as our hub for trips to other cities. Staff were really nice even though my Spanish is hardly worth attempting. They were also flexible about storage between our two stays. You could certainly use their breakfast buffet every ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
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 National Archaeological Museum.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.
