Media Legua Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit Media Legua
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
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
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.
Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.
Parque Warner Madrid
Enjoy the rides and games at Parque Warner Madrid and find out why this is a popular theme park in San Martin de la Vega. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
Things to do
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Media Legua
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excellent hotel at the Plaza de España. Great location, close to shopping, restaurants and more. It's our second time there! Great Staff and breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Amazing rooms! Clean, big and comfortable. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Location is superb! Walking distance to the park and shopping!
Reviewed on 2 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
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
os my #1 Hotel choice in Madrid Always, been here several times.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
It was ok
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hotel Emperador
Central location. Close to all main attractions. Clean hotel nice rooms great staff
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Media Legua
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.
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.
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.
Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
