Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Madrid
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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.
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: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance
Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace
Top hotels in Casco Antiguo
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hotel Emperador
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Hostel Las Rosas
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
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.
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.
Embajadores
El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo are top sights in Embajadores, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
- Parish Church of Santa Maria la Blanca
- Gran Via
- Bernabéu Stadium
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- IFEMA
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Plaza de Colon
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- U.S. Embassy