Vicalvaro Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Faunia
Meet the animals who live at Faunia during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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.
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.
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
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
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Local Flamenco Show at El Cortijo
Top hotels in Vicalvaro
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Love it, is my second time using this hotel
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Good
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Regina
Excellent services! Staff absolutely amazing! Front desk! Top of the front line! Excellent!!!!!!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Emperador
El hotel es limpio y en el centro de todo
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hostal Madrid Atocha
Everything went smoothly, friendly staff at check in, room cleaning service daily although we were unsure if the bedding was actually changed but either way it was very tidy every time we came back!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Everything about this place was nice.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 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.
