Sol
Popular places to visit
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.
Plaza de Callao
Learn about the local history of Madrid when you take a trip to Plaza de Callao. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Preciados Street
During your visit to Madrid, you can enjoy retail therapy at Preciados Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
El Oso y el Madrono
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at El Oso y el Madrono. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Convent de las Descalzas Reales
Marble statues, woven tapestries and the tomb of its founder are among the highlights of a fascinating convent and museum, where Franciscan nuns still live.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Madrid: Day Trip to Cuenca with Cathedral or Enchanted City
Madrid: Experience the Original Tapas Crawl
Madrid Food Tour: Gastronomy & History with Lunch or Dinner
Go City: Madrid Explorer Pass with 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 Top Attractions
Madrid Highlights - Half-Day Tour
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Other neighborhoods around Sol
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 Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Teatro Nuevo Apolo and El Rastro.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Royal Palace of Madrid, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Pedro Zerolo. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
Justicia
While you're in Justicia, take in top sights like Gran Via or Plaza de Chueca, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chueca Station or Banco de Espana Station.