San Diego
Madrid
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
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
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.
Things to do
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup
San Diego Hotel Deals
Hotel Regina
Yes
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Everything is good except the elevator is too busy and small but for such a good location, this hotel is the best choice
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Great rooms and breakfast
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Hostal Madrid Atocha
super nice staff at reception, specially the venezuelan guy. the hotel is remodeling, so that is a little inconvinient, but it was clean, nice and walking distance to good restaurantes and stores.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Staff were lovely. Allowed early check in. Room was great!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Very well located… impeccable service… no surprise!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Other neighborhoods around San Diego
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.
Retiro
Discover the vast Buen Retiro Park, featuring gardens, statues, and monuments, along with art galleries in the Crystal Palace and Palacio de Velázquez. Enjoy rowboats on Retiro Pond, sports courts, and the picturesque Rosaleda rose garden.
Jerónimos
Visitors often come to Jerónimos for its interesting museums, but many stay to explore sights like Glass Palace and Royal Botanical Garden. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station.
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.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like CaixaForum Madrid and Prado Museum, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Lavapiés
Enjoy the fascinating museums in Lavapiés. Teatro Nuevo Apolo is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station to see more of Madrid.
San Diego
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Parque Warner Madrid
- Prado Museum
- Movistar Arena
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Lope de Vega Theatre
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Paseo del Prado
- Plaza de Colon
