Madrid Centro Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit Madrid Centro
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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
Plaza de España - Princesa
See Madrid’s most iconic skyscrapers and admire the monument to Miguel de Cervantes in one of the city’s most important squares.
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
With some of Spain’s foremost modern and contemporary artworks and a collection that ranks among the world’s finest, this is a museum art lovers won’t want to miss.
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
Madrid: Reina Sofía Museum Entrance Ticket
Madrid: Prado Museum with Optonal Tapas or E-bike Tour
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Top hotels in Madrid Centro
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"The Eden Gastro Bar did not prioritize seating for hotel guests as indicated. The food was tasty. Otherwise, everything else was excellent as well as the location in central Madrid."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Regina
"Everything was perfect. The quality of breakfast was great as well. The only haphazard thing was turn down service."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Live It Gran Via
"The room was big and clean. The kitchen was good. Its so close to La Plaza Mayor and Plaza del Sol. Everyone was so amicable and courteous."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Emperador
"Everything is good"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
"The only reason I gave the hotel 4 stars is because of the noise from the elevators. To their credit, we were immediately moved and upgraded to a suite away from the constant noise of the elevators. If you are a light sleeper keep this in mind when booking. We cannot say more about the staff and ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
"I have a pleasant stay at this hotel. Very roomy and clean. Staff are friendly and prompt responded requests."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Madrid Centro
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
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.
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.
Cortes
While you're in Cortes, take in top sights like Gran Via and jump on the metro at Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
