Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit Casco Antiguo
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.
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.
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.
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 Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
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 Casco Antiguo
Hotel Riu Plaza España
The hotel is centrally located, which was helpful. The breakfast buffet was great. Unfortunately the elevators broke down during our stay, but were fixed fairly quickly. The advertised pool wasn’t open during our stay on hot April days, so that was a bit disappointing. The AC in the room was hard ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
We had a great stay at Novotel Madrid Centre. The location is very convenient, the room was clean, and the staff were all friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
Everything including the breakfast was just excellent
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Staff were incredibly accommodating and kind. Beautiful location. The pool area is perfect for a midday dip.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Clean rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast Easy walk to most everything Great shower
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Antiguo
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
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 Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. 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 Gran Via or Puerta del Sol 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 Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Barrio de las Letras
Known for its fantastic nightlife and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Barrio de las Letras. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and National Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Anton Martin Station to see more of the city.
