Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit Casco Antiguo
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.
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.
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.
Parque Warner Madrid
Enjoy the rides and games at Parque Warner Madrid and find out why this is a popular theme park in San Martin de la Vega. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
National 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
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner
Top hotels in Casco Antiguo
Hotel101- Madrid
"The hotel itself is clean. But it felt like some areas, such as the gym and mirrors were not cleaned thoroughly. I also feel like not all staff but some of the people working there aren't really offering a great customer service. They should be happy to be doing their job since a lot of tourists ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"Excellent location with the metro on door step. Restaurants aplenty around the hotel and royal palace and other tourist attractions nearby in walking distance. Hotel and room was clean and staff excellent and welcoming."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Regina
"excellent hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
"Excellent breakfast and nice location"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
"The room was clean enough. Pool was not open. Parking is impossible. Lobby is dirty."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Live It Gran Via
"Great location, friendly staff, clean bathrooms. Great for a stay in the Gran Via neighborhood of Madrid!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Antiguo
Austrias
Travellers to Austrias praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Oriente.
Embajadores
El Rastro and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía 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.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and El Rastro. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
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.
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 Plaza Mayor, 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.
