Atocha Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Atocha Station Memorial
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Atocha Station Memorial. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
2-Day Guided Tour to Cordoba and Seville from Madrid
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
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Other neighbourhoods around Atocha
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
More to explore for Atocha
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- Gran Via
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Plaza Mayor
- Puerta del Sol
- Parque Warner Madrid
- Prado Museum
- IFEMA
- El Retiro Park
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- WiZink Center
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Plaza de Castilla
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Casa de Campo
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Madrid Amusement Park
- San Miguel Market
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Plenilunio Shopping Mall
- Jarama Circuit
- Paseo del Prado