Aravaca Travel Guide
Madrid
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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
Things to do
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Aravaca
The Oliver Apartamentos Aravaca
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Senator Barajas Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Latroupe Prado
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aravaca
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.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Calle de la Princesa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
Tetuán
Travellers choose Tetuán for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Tetuan Station or Valdeacederas Station and check out top sights like Cuzco Square.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
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.
- Hospital Sanitas La Zarzuela
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Prado Museum
- IFEMA
- Movistar Arena
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Plaza de Castilla
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Jarama Circuit
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Palacio Vistalegre
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Plaza de Colon