Vicalvaro Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Faunia
Meet the animals who live at Faunia during your trip to Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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
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
Madrid: Zoo Aquarium Madrid Ticket
Toledo City Tour & Winery Experience with Wine Tasting from Madrid
Top hotels in Vicalvaro
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
Everything was great with suite 805; very clean, attention to detail of the staff, view from the window, private terrace at the rear. All perfect. Thank you for a very pleasant stay, I hope to return soon.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Regina
Fantastic hotel and location
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Great place. Room was too hot. Overall very happy.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
We greatly enjoyed ourl stay. Excellent staff The hotel benefits from not being a chain showed in so many individual designs. Breakfast was in a light airy room with a large choice of foods. The bar is a fun place to hang out. The pool was a touch cool but was beautifully clean. From welcome to departure, ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 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 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 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 National Archaeological Museum.
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.
