Carabanchel
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
Private Classic Car Tour of Madrid and El Escorial
Manzanares River’s Story: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Madrid
Authentic Spanish cooking with local grandma in Madrid
Private Tour: Reina Sofia Museum with Skip-the-Line Access
Top hotels in Carabanchel
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Other neighbourhoods around Carabanchel
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.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Royal Palace of Madrid, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Embajadores
Teatro Nuevo Apolo and El Rastro 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.
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 Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
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.
- Palacio Vistalegre
- Madrid Río
- Islazul
- 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