Retiro

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Prado Museum showing street scenes
Prado Museum which includes a monument and heritage architecture
Retiro
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Prado Museum featuring interior views and art

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.

Prado Museum
El Retiro Park showing a park

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.

El Retiro Park
Madrid featuring a pond, heritage architecture and a castle

Glass Palace

Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.

Glass Palace
Royal Botanical Garden

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.

Royal Botanical Garden
Madrid featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Church of San Jeronimo El Real

The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.

Church of San Jeronimo El Real
Madrid featuring a fountain, a statue or sculpture and night scenes

Paseo del Arte

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Paseo del Arte

Things to do

Big Bus Madrid Panoramic Open-top Bus Tour

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

P1,453
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Picture 3 for Activity Madrid: Day Trip to Cuenca with Cathedral or Enchanted City

Madrid: Cuenca and Enchanted City Day Tour

P5,774
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Cuenca and Enchanted City Day Tour
Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum

Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum

P5,450
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum
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Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting

P9,408
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting
Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour Unesco Heritage

Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour Unesco Heritage

P2,595
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour Unesco Heritage
Ghosts of Madrid: Exploration Game and Tour

Ghosts of Madrid: Exploration Game and Tour

P583
per adult
Ghosts of Madrid: Exploration Game and Tour
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Top hotels in Retiro

Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
4 out of 5
Paseo Infanta Isabel 13, Atocha, Madrid
The price is P9,761 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P9,761
P10,737 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Fyi"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
4 out of 5
Calle Pez Volador 1, Madrid
The price is P8,079 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P8,079
P8,887 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (462 reviews)
"Perfect for a quick stay."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII
Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII
4 out of 5
Calle Alfonso XII, 18, Madrid, Madrid
The price is P7,016 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P7,016
P7,717 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"It would have been nice to have a small microwave oven in the room and a larger refrigerator. That said, the room was spacious; the bathroom excellent; the breakfast buffet excellent (but pricey) as well. That staff at the front desk was outstanding - especially Lucia."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
4 out of 5
Calle de Antonio Maura, 5, Madrid, Madrid
The price is P5,377 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P5,377
P5,915 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (991 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with family. The room was nice and spacious."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
3 out of 5
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is P3,547 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P3,547
P3,901 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,096 reviews)
"It is close to barajas airport"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Hotel Emperador
Hotel Emperador
4 out of 5
Gran Via 53, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,671 reviews)
"Staff are EXCELLENT. The whole lobby ambience is wonderful. Great loaction to Madrid!"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Retiro

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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.

Ibiza
El Retiro Park showing a park, a pond and a sunset

Jerónimos

Visitors often come to Jerónimos for its interesting museums, but many stay to explore sights like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station.

Jerónimos
CaixaForum Madrid showing outdoor art

Golden Triangle of Art

Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Paseo del Prado, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.

Golden Triangle of Art
Madrid which includes railway items

Atocha

Take time in Atocha to visit attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.

Atocha
Church of San Manuel y San Benito showing heritage architecture, flowers and a garden

Recoletos

Consider exploring the interesting museums in Recoletos. If sightseeing is on the list, Jorge Juan y Santacilia is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station to see more of the area.

Recoletos
Barrio de las Letras showing outdoor art

Huertas

Calle de Cervantes 2 and Congress of Deputies are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travelers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and popular shops.

Huertas

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