Retiro
Madrid
Popular places to visit
El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
Prado Museum
An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
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.
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 walkable area.
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.
Things to do
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
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup
Top hotels in Retiro
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
The staff is what makes this hotel special. From the greeting and helpfulness of the front desk who went out of the way to help us to the kind server at the roof top restaurant, we felt very welcome and cared for at this hotel. We stayed because of the location across the street from the train station. ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Great service and breakfast was wonderful
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Great proximity to Parc, Prado, Old Town, and Palace.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Internet good. Staff friendly. Well located
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Latroupe Prado
Hostel 比預期中好，職員有禮，房跟訂房時相片是一樣，只時清潔房間職員忘了每天幫我們清潔垃圾，跟前臺職員說後，職員立即幫我們解決了。另外，如果有張大一點的桌子更好。酒店超級方便，去火車站，坐機場巴士或 Metro 最多只是 10分鐘路程。下次一定會再來住。
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
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.
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.
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.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
