Madrid Neighborhoods

List of areas to explore

1  Alonso Martínez & Bilbao

Alonso Martinez & Bilbao is yet another area where folks come out to enjoy its nightlife in the variety of tapas...

2  Castellana

Stretching north from the Paseo del Prado, the Paseo de la Castellana takes you to several residential and business...

3  Chueca & Malasaña

A couple classic sticky-floored bars in Malasaña remain from the era of the movida madrileña, and old time cafes...

4  Embajadores & Delicias

This section of town, which borders the city's central neighborhoods, offers just a couple evening entertainment...

5  Huertas & Santa Ana

The Barrio de las Letras teaches a lesson in Spanish literary history. Stroll from the Paseo del Prado to the Plaza...

6  La Latina & Lavapiés

Twenty to thirty-somethings flock to La Latina to grab a drink or tapas. Elbows fly trying to get an outdoor cafe...

7  Moncloa, Arguelles & Pintor Rosales

Many students share flats around the university district of Moncloa and Arguelles which provides for an active...

8  Plaza España & Conde Duque

The Plaza de España with its relaxing fountain and park benches marks the end of the busy Gran Vía. It's easy...

9  Plaza Mayor, Ópera & Sol/Gran Via

A visit to Madrid usually starts from the center, where crowds hustle and bustle around historical architecture...

10  Retiro & Paseo del Prado/Atocha

This area makes a good base, with several hotels to choose from and the Atocha train station. Once settled in,...

11  Salamanca

Simply window shopping in Salamanca has an air of sophistication. Find all the top brands sprinkled throughout...

12  Ventas

Ventas gets its name from Madrid's bull ring where the big time toreros come to perform. It's worth a trip on the...

13  Outside the City



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