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.
Santiago 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.
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
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid Tour with Skip-the-Line Royal Palace and Prado Museum
Spanish Cooking Class: Paella, Tapas & Sangria in Madrid
Top hotels in Villa de Vallecas
![Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83330000/83323200/83323148/56b4f042_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Hotel Riu Plaza España](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29350000/29345500/29345493/w8192h5459x0y0-3a753264_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Barceló Torre de Madrid](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15380000/15372000/15371941/99c2dfd6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Hostel Thirty One](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89152500/89152491/59b3c08b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024
![easyHotel Madrid Centro Atocha](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81670000/81663500/81663409/83a84c80_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Villa de Vallecas
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Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
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Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like El Retiro Park and Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
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Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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Arganzuela
Spend some time visiting places like Matadero Madrid while getting to know Arganzuela, and be sure to check out the interesting museums. You can hop aboard the metro at Delicias Station or Legazpi Station to see more of the area.
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Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
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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.
- Gran Via
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Plaza Mayor
- Puerta del Sol
- Parque Warner Madrid
- Prado Museum
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Cívitas Metropolitan Stadium
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Casa de Campo
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Jarama Circuit
- U.S. Embassy
- Paseo del Prado
- Plenilunio Shopping Mall
- Las Rozas Village Outlet