San Isidro Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit San Isidro
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup
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 San Isidro
Hotel Regina
Amazing experience!
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Excelente todo
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Espectacular muy buen servicio todo limpio y excelente ubicación
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Latroupe Prado
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room and communal spaces were all clean and well looked after.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hostal Madrid Atocha
The room was clean with comfortable beds. Very bare bones, but a good location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Loved it. Place was nice. Staff was professional and helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Isidro
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
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.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and El Rastro. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
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.
