Popular places to visit
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 family-friendly area.
Velazquez Palace
You can study the exhibits at Velazquez Palace, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Madrid. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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 Retiro
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Lovely hotel! Definitely recommend. Lovely communal areas: comfortable rooms, great gym and very welcoming hotel staff. Good location too.
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Agumar Hotel
We had an overnight flight from the US, so we arrived long before check-in, but they gave us a room right away. It was reasonably sized, exceptionally well maintained, and the bathroom had a full-size extra-deep tub. The staff was also very helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Hotel Claridge Madrid
Room has much more space, Staff are friendly. Hope bathtub has something prevent slipping such as mat .
Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Great room, quiet and close to monuments!
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great location, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Hotel Regina
Hotel is beautiful. Accept there is Contruction going on . I didn't like the noise and worker walking around my room, and room keys were not working everyday. AC wasn't working either. Overall only hotel by itself is pretty.
Reviewed on 14 Feb, 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 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 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.
