Barajas Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
IFEMA
Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style.
Real Madrid City
Catch an event at Real Madrid City during your trip to Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Madrid at Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Juan Carlos I Park
Explore the great outdoors at Juan Carlos I Park, a lovely green space in Madrid. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Rueda de Saturno
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Rueda de Saturno. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
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
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Top hotels in Barajas
Hotel101- Madrid
"Newer hotel. There's not a lot right near the hotel, but there's really no reason to leave it. The food was good, especially the breakfast. Very good value."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
"La cercanía con el aeropuerto es perfecta llegas en menos de 10 minutos"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Melia Madrid Barajas
"What a great hotel! Huge, beautiful, spacious, the nicest employees, the clear best out of the 5 hotels we stayed at during our trip. The breakfast buffet is amazing and there is a HUGE selection. The staff are so nice - especially Jamie/Jaime at the front desk! The beds are the most comfortable ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sercotel Madrid Aeropuerto
"Only stayed for a single night. The location is perfect as it's close to the airport. The hotel offers shuttle service to the airport as well. The room was a fair size. Only improvement suggestio. Would be to provide a kettle and coffee and tea available in the room."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
"The staff was very helpful"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hilton Madrid Airport
"Unfortunate design, very cold,"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barajas
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 Bernabéu Stadium.
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and La Caixa Foundation. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
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.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.
