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.
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 Guided Tour Royal Palace
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Trafalgar
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Best place to stay in Madrid
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Lovely stylish hotel. Very clean, staff helpful and friendly. Advertised a children’s play area but this only seemed to be a corner of chairs in the lobby area.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
Beautiful stylish hotel. Rooms are exceptional. We had interconnecting rooms for our family. Rooms were large and fantastic interior design. Everything was in pristine condition and very clean. Staff were very professional and friendly. They were very helpful making suggestions for day trips and ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
walkable area
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Amaing place to stay. Location is great, right next to Gran Via for great food and shopping as well as the Metro for easy travel.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Amazing in every detail!! 100 % exceeded my expectations! Thank you
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Trafalgar
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or San Placido Monastery 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 San Anton Market. 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 Golden Mile. 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 National Archaeological Museum.
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.
