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 Suroeste
![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
![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
![Hard Rock Hotel Madrid](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66907000/66906927/e0535d0c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Suroeste
![Mercado de San Miguel showing markets, interior views and food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/50000/50902-San-Miguel-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Madrid featuring heritage architecture, a bridge and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51051-Bridge-Of-Segovia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Madrid featuring a marina and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51091-Casa-De-Campo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Moncloa-Aravaca
Travellers choose Moncloa-Aravaca for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Ciudad Universitaria Station or Aravaca Metro Station and check out top sights like Madrid Zoo Aquarium.
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Embajadores
El Rastro and Plaza de Cascorro 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.
![Spain showing heritage architecture, night scenes and building ruins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57271-Malaga-Amphitheatre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
- Urtinsa Industrial Estate
- Parque Oeste Shopping Center
- Hospital Sur
- 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
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- U.S. Embassy
- Plenilunio Shopping Mall
- Las Rozas Village Outlet