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.
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.
Puerta del Sol
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
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.
El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
Prado Museum
An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.
Things to do
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Madrid Essential: Historic Center, Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace
Top hotels in Canillas
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hotel Emperador
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hostel Las Rosas
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Canillas
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.
Tetuán
Travellers choose Tetuán for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Tetuan Station or Valdeacederas Station and check out top sights like Cuzco Square.
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.
Barajas
Travellers choose Barajas for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Barajas Station or Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 Station and check out top sights like Juan Carlos I Park.
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.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- El Retiro Park
- Prado Museum
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- IFEMA
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Real Madrid City
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Plaza de Colon
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- U.S. Embassy
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum