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.
National 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.
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 City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Simancas
Hotel ILUNION Alcalá Norte
An excellent hotel in a quiet, safe area of Madrid. The staff were courteous, helpful and very accommodating. The room is clean, modern, and very spacious but the bathroom is a little bit dated.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Spark By Hilton Madrid Alcala
Breakfast was fresh but limited in variety. Bar had sufficient variety. Lunch Variety was modest but taste of whatever I ate was good.. Staff was helpful and very polite. On my request, the manager sent one of his staff member to buy medicine for me as I was not well. My thanks to the staff for their ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Servicio regular, demoras innecesarias para limpiar y recoger las mesas después de terminar de comer, por lo demás , todo bien
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Nice comfortable room. Could use more lighting in the bathroom. Thank you!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Chamartin The One
The big plus of this hotel is it's proximity to Charmatin. The staff were also really friendly and helpful. The room was very clean but the building and hardware was showing it's age. Regardless, it was still a great hotel to stay at in between a flight and a train.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
love the place great for the price
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Simancas
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.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like National Prado Museum and Plaza Mariano de Cavia, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like National 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.
