Retiro Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
Royal Botanical Garden
Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.
Paseo del Arte
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Church of San Jeronimo El Real
The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.
Things to do
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum
Madrid: Cuenca and Enchanted City Day Tour
Walking Tour of Madrid Moderno, Madrid de los Bourbons
Top hotels in Retiro
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025
voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Reviewed on 5 Sep 2025
Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Paseo del Prado, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
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.
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Hotels Near Retiro, Madrid
- Madrid Centro Hotels
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- Atocha Hotels
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- Lavapiés Hotels
- Jerónimos Hotels
- Golden Triangle of Art Hotels
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- Arganzuela Hotels
- Cortes Hotels
- Literary Quarter Hotels
- Barrio de las Letras Hotels
- Justicia Hotels
- Goya Hotels
- Ciudad Lineal Hotels
- Puente de Vallecas Hotels
- Moratalaz Hotels
- Adelfas Hotels
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