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.

Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.

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.

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 family-friendly area.

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.
Things to do

Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

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

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Top hotels in Retiro

Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Barceló Torre de Madrid
Reviewed on 9 Aug 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.