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 fascinating museums 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.
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.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Top hotels in Atocha
Hotel Regina
Wonderful staff, attention to details, nice modern designed rooms. Perfect location.
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Friedly
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Hotel Emperador
The room was clean, the hotel staff were attentive and the hotel was centrally located in walking distance from many attractions. I have stayed at this hotel before.
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Latroupe Prado
this is a great option, even for a family of 4. it is relative cheap - it is a hostel anyway, but it is clean, well maintained and amazingly quite considering it is in a business area. the door, wall and window are super-well insulated so we did not hear anything over 2 nights stay over here. it ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
Hotel Liabeny
The hotel is decent with clean room, good service and breakfast buffet. The garage is a bit tight. The staff is willing to help pull the car out before we left the next day. It's very close to the old town and walking distance to many historic sites.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
SLEEP’N Atocha – B Corp Certified
Staff was wonderful! Lobby is so cute! Drink machine was an awesome perk!
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Atocha
Arganzuela
Spend some time visiting places like Matadero Madrid while getting to know Arganzuela, and be sure to check out the interesting museums. You can hop aboard the metro at Delicias Station or Legazpi Station to see more of the area.
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.
