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. Check out 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

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

Madrid in a Day, including Skip-the-Line to Royal Palace & Prado Museum

Tour of the Don Quixote Windmills of La Mancha and Toledo with Lunch

Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour Unesco Heritage
Top hotels in Retiro

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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 Prado Museum and Glass Palace. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station.

Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Parroquia Jesus de Medinaceli, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.

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.

Recoletos
Consider exploring the interesting museums in Recoletos. If sightseeing is on the list, Jorge Juan y Santacilia 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.
Hotels Near Retiro, Madrid
- Madrid Centro Hotels
- Salamanca Hotels
- Atocha Hotels
- Recoletos Hotels
- Golden Triangle of Art Hotels
- Ibiza Hotels
- Embajadores Hotels
- Arganzuela Hotels
- Literary Quarter Hotels
- Cortes Hotels
- Justicia Hotels
- Barrio de las Letras Hotels
- Goya Hotels
- Ciudad Lineal Hotels
- Puente de Vallecas Hotels
- Moratalaz Hotels