Retiro Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
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.
Prado Museum
An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.
Royal Botanical Garden
Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
Paseo del Arte
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Velazquez Palace
You can study the exhibits at Velazquez Palace, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Madrid. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
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
Top hotels in Retiro
voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
All was excellent!!
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Room ok, staff at reception very helpful. Location excellent as we arrived by train at Atocha station. Very well lit bathroom.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Room was very clean and hotel staff were friendly and very helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
We loved our time at the Petit Palace Lealtad. Great location, close to almost everything but in a quiet street. The staff were amazing and the hotel looked very good. Next time we are in Madrid, this will definitely be our choice.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII
Muy bien ubicado, el staff es bastante amable y las habitaciones son lo suficientemente amplias, hay mini bar, calefacción, y un baño de buen tamaño, las camas son cómodas. Me volvería a hospedar siempre.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great hotel, friendly staff, close to everything , amazing food and wonderful breakfast!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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 Glass Palace and Royal Botanical Garden. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe 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.
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.
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.
Retiro Travel Guide
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Hotels Near Retiro, Madrid
- Madrid Centro Hotels
- Salamanca Hotels
- Ibiza Hotels
- Atocha Hotels
- Recoletos Hotels
- Jerónimos Hotels
- Golden Triangle of Art Hotels
- Embajadores Hotels
- Arganzuela Hotels
- Cortes Hotels
- Literary Quarter Hotels
- Justicia Hotels
- Barrio de las Letras Hotels
- Goya Hotels
- Ciudad Lineal Hotels
- Puente de Vallecas Hotels
- Pacífico Hotels
- Niño Jesús Hotels
- Moratalaz Hotels
- Estrella Hotels
