Casco Antiguo Travel Guide
Madrid
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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 art galleries 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 entertainment choices 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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
After visiting Royal Palace of Madrid, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Casco Antiguo
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Senator Barajas Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Latroupe Prado
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
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.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Embajadores
El Rastro and Puerta de Toledo 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 Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and El Rastro. 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 Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor 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 Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
- Parish Church of Santa Maria la Blanca
- Parque Ciudad de Mayari
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque Warner Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Prado Museum
- IFEMA
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Paseo de la Castellana
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Calle de Alcalá
- Plaza de Cibeles
- San Miguel Market
- Plaza de Colon
- Plenilunio Shopping Mall