Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit Casco Antiguo
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Gran Via, a favourite shopping spot in Madrid. Discover the charming cafes and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Bernabéu Stadium
Catch an event at Bernabéu Stadium during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Puerta del Sol
Learn about the history of Puerta del Sol, one of the top monuments in Madrid. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Plaza Mayor
Learn about the history of Plaza Mayor, one of the top monuments in Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Prado Museum
Prado Museum is a popular museum in Madrid with a rich history. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
El Retiro Park
El Retiro Park is just one of the places to see in Madrid, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Casco Antiguo
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excellent
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Regina
BEST HOTEL EVER!!! Beautiful and convenient location, lively but still quiet and close to the metro. We booked the luxury penthouse and it was gorgeous with a spacious private terrace. The breakfast was spectacular and offered just about every type of food & beverage you can imagine. Every member ...
Reviewed on 18 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
Hotel Emperador
The hotel is on the Gran Via , an excellent location. Our room is spacious and great condition with balcony. We were able to see st. Patrick parade on the Gram Via from our balcony and window ( down on the street) . Room is very clean and comfortable. Wash room is great too . We like our room and ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Live It Gran Via
Ok
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Casco Antiguo
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
Austrias
Travellers to Austrias praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Oriente.
Embajadores
Teatro Nuevo Apolo and El Rastro are top sights in Embajadores, and you should be sure to explore the fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station to see more sights in the area.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Gran Via or Puerta del Sol and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
