Colonia de la Prensa
Madrid
Visit Colonia de la Prensa
Popular places to visit
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.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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.
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 Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
Things to do
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
Walking Tour of Madrid Moderno, Madrid de los Bourbons
Top hotels in Colonia de la Prensa
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025
Latroupe Prado
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
Senator Barajas Hotel
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
Hotel Liabeny
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Colonia de la Prensa
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Embajadores
Travelers love Embajadores for its fascinating museums, and you can see more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo.
Lavapiés
Enjoy the fascinating museums in Lavapiés. Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station to see more of Madrid.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Colonia de la Prensa
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Prado Museum
- Movistar Arena
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Plaza de Castilla
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Palacio Vistalegre
- Plaza de Colon
- Xanadu Shopping Center
- U.S. Embassy
