Atocha
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Atocha Station Memorial
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Atocha Station Memorial. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
Things to do
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Top hotels in Atocha
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
The staff are exceptional - it’s a great hotel with modern rooms, secure, good location. We used their parking, checked in easy with plenty of reception staff who took luggage from the boot to our room. The memorabilia in the open area and halls made going around the hotel fun. Neat gym. A really ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Hotel Regina
Great room and location ! Breakfast was
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026
Hotel Emperador
Small room clean good breakfast and price
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Live It Gran Via
There was no heater in the room, no blanket.
Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026
SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified
The room was clean and functional. It was a bit smaller that what I perceived from the pictures but it accommodated all of my needs. The shower was bigger that I had hoped for so that was a plus. The reading area in the lobby area was great! Since I checked in online I got free drinks and that was ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026
Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía
The hotel was always clean, staff was helpful and friendly, the location is perfect too. Right in the middle of everything.
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Atocha
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
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 CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
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.
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.
