Austrias Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
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.
San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.
Almudena Cathedral
Admire the baroque architecture as you walk through the entrance and into the fascinating interior of Madrid’s only cathedral.
Plaza de Oriente
Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.
Plaza de la Villa
Admire the beautifully preserved historic buildings that line this charming square in the heart of Madrid.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing
Top hotels in Austrias
The Social Hub Madrid
Beautiful palace view from the room, lovely and clean and tidy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Well located for exploring Madrid. Only complaint is that there didn’t appear to be an extractor fan in the bathroom so the mirror became very steamy and covered in condensation - a fan or heated mirror ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
VP Plaza España Design
Beautiful property and excellent service.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
The breakfast was very good and the bar selection was acceptable with staff always ready to please you. Kuddos a Flores, yousef y Gabriella in the lobby bar
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Very helpful staff and the breakfast was amazing with plenty of choice. Rooms very clean and hotel also very clean. Well situated for the Metro (O’Donnell or Goya) and a short distance to the Retiro gardens. Easy to get to from the airport on Bus 203 (5 Euro per person when we took it). Lots of places ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
Most wonderful hotel from the interior design throughout to the excellent service, cleanliness, breakfast and location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Literally the worst hotel to stay at. Staff is miserable and horrible to their guests. Wouldn’t recommend anyone leaving their dog here let alone a person
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Austrias
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 Gran Via or Puerta del Sol 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 Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Barrio de las Letras
Known for its fantastic nightlife and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Barrio de las Letras. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and National Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Anton Martin Station to see more of the city.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or San Placido Monastery while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
