Atocha Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Atocha Station Memorial
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at Atocha Station Memorial. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops 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.
Santiago 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.
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
e-Scavenger hunt Madrid: Explore the city at your own pace
Alhambra Granada and Cordoba Mosque - Reduced group hotel pick up from Madrid
Private Tour: Toledo Day Trip from Madrid by High-Speed Train
Discover Madrid’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
2-Day Guided Tour to Cordoba and Seville from Madrid
Top hotels in Atocha
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Other neighbourhoods around Atocha
Arganzuela
Spend some time visiting places like Matadero Madrid while getting to know Arganzuela, and be sure to check out the interesting museums. You can hop aboard the metro at Delicias Station or Legazpi Station to see more of the area.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like El Retiro Park and Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
Barrio de las Letras
Known for its fantastic nightlife and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Barrio de las Letras. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Anton Martin Station to see more of the city.
- Atocha Station Memorial
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- Prado Museum
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- El Retiro Park
- IFEMA
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Plaza de España - Princesa
- Real Madrid City
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- U.S. Embassy