Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Royal Botanical Garden
Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
Paseo del Arte
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Church of San Jeronimo El Real
The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.
Things to do
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Toledo City Tour & Winery Experience with Wine Tasting from Madrid
Top hotels in Retiro
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Clean room, good staff, excellent location
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Agumar Hotel
Room was very dated. One of the two beds had a problem with the frame and was not level. The shower was a nightmare as you have to press up against the wall to get properly under the water. Lobby is great and the best part about the stay. Most of the service was good, but they are extremely understaffed ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Claridge Madrid
Room has much more space, Staff are friendly. Hope bathtub has something prevent slipping such as mat .
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Great room, quiet and close to monuments!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great place and location close to gran via and major interesting places to visit
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Principe Pio
Room was spotless and comfortable, the location was great and the staff were amazing!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like 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.
Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
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.
Cortes
While you're in Cortes, take in top sights like Gran Via and jump on the metro at Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
