Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cason del Buen Retiro
Part of the Prado Museum, this neoclassical landmark is one of the last surviving buildings of a palace that once stood in El Retiro Park.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Salamanca & Ávila Full-Day Tour + Cathedral & Medieval Wall Tickets
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
Everything was spotless, smelled really good
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Claridge Madrid
Room was always immaculate. Very comfortable place. Definitely I will stay again.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great location. Huge hotel but very well run- we had no wait at check in and were seated immediately for the large breakfast buffet every day. The best is the big rooftop bar that had really long lines of people waiting to go in or get a table, but as a hotel guest we just walked out and were seated ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Regina
Great location. Very modern and spacious. First class breakfast selections.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
This hotel is exceptional. It has amazing amenities and absolutely helpful and accommodating staff!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Property is nice and close to the airport. The hotel is located in a newly developed area and currently is alone - no other services or businesses near by. The nice breakfast buffet is "available," not included. The shuttle service has limits, so make sure your flights work. I found out about the ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 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.
