Palacio
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.
Almudena Cathedral
Madrid’s only cathedral is a definite crowd-pleaser, with a mixed architectural style and breathtaking panorama of the city from its viewing platform.
Royal Theatre
Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.
Plaza de Oriente
Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.
City Hall
Take a tour around the building that housed Madrid’s administration for over 300 years to soak up some of the Spanish capital’s history.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Top hotels in Palacio
Hotel Emperador
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025
Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá - The Leading Hotels of the World
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025
Room Mate Macarena, Madrid Gran Vía
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Dear Hotel Madrid
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025
Generator Madrid
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Palacio
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.
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.
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.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes, and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Calle de la Princesa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.