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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
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
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Prado Museum: Ticket & Self-Guided Audio Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Top hotels in El Pilar
Hotel Regina
No detail overlooked! Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff, wonderful breakfast. Would return in a heartbeat!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excellent
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Emperador
Impecable
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hostal Madrid Atocha
The room was clean and nice. The staff was amazing.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Clean room, warm greetings from the staff and the Bar
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Latroupe Prado
Great location right next to the train. Comfortable rooms for families of 3 or 4. Clean, comfortable beds, nice towels, quiet and good facilities. Cafe/bar with many options. Luggage storage available
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Pilar
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
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.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.
El Pilar
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Parque Warner Madrid
- Prado Museum
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Jarama Circuit
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Xanadu Shopping Center
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Plaza de Colon
- Paseo del Prado
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