Vicalvaro Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Faunia
Meet the animals who live at Faunia during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
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.
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.
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.
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 Vicalvaro
Hotel101- Madrid
"The room was very quiet but we found the bed to be so very soft that we didn't have a very good sleep. We only stayed one night, and the airport shuttle provided by the hotel was very convenient."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"Para esse hotel fico até sem palavras. Tudo organizado, equipe super prestativa. E o hotel... Precisa dizer alguma coisa mais?"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Regina
"El hotel tiene muy buena ubicacion, todos los empleados te dan un gran servicio, el cuarto me parecio un poco diferente a las fotos, como mas cuarto universitario o para ir con amigas que para estar en pareja. Todo esta limpio, nuevo, moderno solo esperaba otro tipo de habitacion, fuera de ahi todo ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
INNSiDE by Meli á Madrid Valdebebas
"The location was very close to the airport"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
"The staff were warm and welcoming. The room was clean. The pool, when it opened, was lovely. The hotel is well located. The bar and restaurant were wonderful. We had breakfast at the hotel ever morning - it was excellent. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Live It Gran Via
"Was a good place to stay in the middle of the center grand via , clean , the staff was kind and welcoming!!! The only things was the AC cuz it was a little hot . But beside that ,everything was great"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vicalvaro
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.
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.
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.
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.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like El Jardin de Serrano.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like National Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
