Popular places to visit
National 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.
El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
Royal Botanical Garden
Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
Church of San Jeronimo El Real
The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.
Naval Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Naval Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Madrid. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Mix & Save: El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen and Toledo
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Retiro Hotel Deals
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Excellent!
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Breakfast was great. Salad, fruit, eggs, was what i ate but they had meat, cheese, beans. Fresh and delicious. I looked forward to breakfast every morning. Service was efficient
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Overall, my stay at the property was great. First the good things, the location is good close to most of the major attractions. The rooms are very nice. The breakfast buffet is amazing and the food in the restaurant is as good as any of the restaurants in the city, there was only two things that ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hotel Regina
Breakfast was great
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
Noisy room
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Hotel Emperador
Clean room, attentive staff, great location and we loved the roof bar (although would have been nice to apply the 20% discount to alcoholic drinks!).
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
Jerónimos
Visitors often come to Jerónimos for its interesting museums, but many stay to explore sights like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station.
Atocha
Take time in Atocha to visit attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
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.
Recoletos
Consider exploring the interesting museums in Recoletos. If sightseeing is on the list, National Archaeological Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station to see more of the area.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travelers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and popular shops.
