Popular places to visit
National 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.
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
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.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
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.
Naval Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Naval Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Madrid. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Madrid: Prado Museum with Optonal Tapas or E-bike Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Top hotels in Retiro
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
"Great location, helpful staff"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Hotel Claridge Madrid
"The staff was very friendly. The place is clean and it’s near everything. The only thing is that they have no ironing board and iron in the room. Also you cannot get any movie channel in English. Only news. Other than that, everything else is great."
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"Amazing Hotel. The best rooftop in Madrid . Delicious breakfast"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Hotel Regina
"This is a fabulous hotel! Wonderful staff, clean rooms with darkening shades, nespresso, and Dyson hair dryers. The breakfast buffet was exceptional!"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
"Never stayed here before but wouldn’t hesitate to go back. Although not as central as l would have liked it was not far from metro and all public transport services.Only 10 mins walk from the lovely retiro park."
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
"Great place to stay"
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
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 National 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.
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.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like National Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like National Archaeological Museum.
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.
