Retiro
Madrid
Popular places to visit
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
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.
Paseo del Arte
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cason del Buen Retiro
Part of the Prado Museum, this neoclassical landmark is one of the last surviving buildings of a palace that once stood in El Retiro Park.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup
Top hotels in Retiro
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
This is a wonderful place to stay. Staff is friendly and helpful and hotel and restaurant are awesome!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
Clean rooms, attentive staff
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII
Basic room. Good location. Reasonably clean. Good amenities provided in bathroom.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Very nice staff at all times. Convenient to everything. Pleased with nearly everything.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
It was great
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Regina
WiFi is weak.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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
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.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Paseo del Prado, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
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.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
