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.
Santiago 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.
Plaza Mayor
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
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.
Things to do
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Segovia & Toledo Full Day Tour, optional Alcázar de Segovia Entry
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Top hotels in Simancas
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Other neighbourhoods around Simancas
San Blas-Canillejas
Travellers love San Blas-Canillejas for its popular shops, and you can see more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Simancas Station or Suanzes Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Riyadh Air Metropolitano and Plenilunio Shopping Mall.
Ciudad Lineal
Travellers choose Ciudad Lineal for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Barrio de la Concepcion Station or Avenida de la Paz Station and check out top sights like Arturo Soria Plaza Shopping Center.
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Glass Palace and El Retiro Park, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal 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 National Archaeological Museum.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.