Popular places to visit
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.
San Miguel Market
Shop for fresh produce, attend a festival or relax with a drink and some tapas at Madrid’s popular marketplace.
Plaza de Oriente
Framed by grand works of architecture and decorated with pretty gardens, this regal square is an oasis of calm within a busy tourist area of Madrid.
Almudena Cathedral
Admire the baroque architecture as you walk through the entrance and into the fascinating interior of Madrid’s only cathedral.
City Hall
Admire the architecture of Madrid’s old town hall or go for a tour of the interior to see where councilors ran the city for more than 300 years.
Things to do
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
From Madrid: Segovia & Toledo Tour with Alcazar and Optional Cathedral
Top hotels in Austrias
Grupotel Mayorazgo
Great location. Very attentive staff. Outstanding breakfast. Very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor
I stayed here for the NFL Madrid Game in November. The location was amazing. The hotel was distance to many must see Madrid attractions and nearby to several subway stations. I ate breakfast on several occasions and loved the great selection and taste of the food. The staff was extremely nice. The ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Social Hub Madrid
Nice menu but items of order forgotten on both mornings. Room clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Principe Pio
Everything was lovely from check in to check out.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
VP Plaza España Design
Everything, we really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. This is the third time we staying at VP and we will come back.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Social Hub Madrid 4 star
Very friendly staff. Conveniently located.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Austrias
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.
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.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
