Popular places to visit
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.
City Hall
Admire the architecture of Madrid’s old town hall or go for a tour of the interior to see where councilors ran the city for more than 300 years.
Royal Theatre
Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.
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.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Royal Palace Madrid Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Madrid Food Tour: Gastronomy & History with Lunch or Dinner
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Other neighbourhoods around Palacio
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 Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via 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.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Convent of las Comendadoras de Santiago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.
Justicia
While you're in Justicia, take in top sights like Gran Via or Plaza de Chueca, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chueca Station or Banco de Espana Station.