Trafalgar Travel Guide
Madrid
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.
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.
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
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Discover Puy du Fou España with Transportation Included
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Trafalgar
Hotel101- Madrid
"The rooms were very clean, water is always available, the air conditioning was a great touch for very hot days"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"Excellent location with the metro on door step. Restaurants aplenty around the hotel and royal palace and other tourist attractions nearby in walking distance. Hotel and room was clean and staff excellent and welcoming."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Regina
"excellent hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
"Excellent breakfast and nice location"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Live It Gran Via
"Great location, friendly staff, clean bathrooms. Great for a stay in the Gran Via neighborhood of Madrid!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
"The staff is welcoming. The hotel is well organized and caters well to travelers’ needs. One improvement would be to provide additional shade around the pool and even over the pool in some places for those who want to avoid the sun yet still enjoy the water."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Trafalgar
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Plaza del Dos de Mayo while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
Chamberí
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Chamberí. If sightseeing is on the list, Calle de la Princesa is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Islas Filipinas Station or Quevedo Station to see more of the area.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and El Jardin de Serrano. 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 El Jardin de Serrano.
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.
