Recoletos Travel Guide
Madrid





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Popular places to visit

Plaza de Colon
See two distinctive monuments honoring Christopher Columbus and then spend the rest of the day discovering the sights and sounds of the busy Paseo de la Castellana.

National Archaeological Museum
Take a trip into the past as you explore the collections of this vast museum. Find prehistoric cave paintings, Roman mosaics and Greek vases under one roof.

National Library
Gaze at the intricate façade before you head inside to explore a collection of several million items.

Church of San Manuel y San Benito
Admire the impressive neo-Byzantine architecture of this century-old landmark before passing through the entrance to discover a fascinating array of artwork.
El Corte Inglés
You can search for that perfect souvenir at El Corte Inglés during your trip to Madrid. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Palacio del Marques de Salamanca
Palacio del Marques de Salamanca is just one of the places to see in Madrid, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

Prado Museum: Ticket & Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Recoletos

Petit Palace President Castellana
Perfect location!!! Large rooms. Didn’t have a chance to have breakfast. Extremely attentive staff.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Hotel Fenix Gran Meliá - The Leading Hotels of the World
Great location
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Bless Hotel Madrid, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World
The service on the rooms was a little slower than usual, no turn down service on the whole stay
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

NH Collection Madrid Colón
room was big and spotless very confortable. the not so good thing is that this time in my stay the people working at the front desk were not nice . they were there just doing their job but not welcoming at all. This bother me alot
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Hotel Regina
Spotless room and very nice and helpful staff- location is perfect
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excelente ubicación, personal amable, desayuno espectacular
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
