Discover Madrid’s 68 best Landmark Hunter spots for your trip

Royal Palace of Madrid

★ 4.7 · 134,456 reviews

Step inside the Royal Palace of Madrid, the ceremonial heart of the Spanish monarchy. Wander through opulent state rooms filled with art and antiques, either on your own or with a guide.

Cibeles Fountain

★ 4.7 · 57,583 reviews

Pause at the Cibeles Fountain, the white marble centrepiece of one of Madrid's grandest intersections. Take in the sculpted Cybele and her lion-drawn chariot, then photograph it beside the neighbouring Palacio de las Comunicaciones.

Gran Vía

★ 4.8 · 11,021 reviews

Stroll Gran Vía, the avenue that defines central Madrid. Look up at the early-1900s facades, dip into the shops and bars, and watch the street change as the lights come on.

Plaza Mayor

★ 4.6 · 205,108 reviews

Wander into Plaza Mayor, the arcaded square at the heart of old Madrid. Walk beneath the arches, take in the Philip III statue and linger at a terrace in one of the city's defining public spaces.

Puerta del Sol

Pass through Puerta del Sol, the busy square at the centre of Madrid. Take in the statues and historic buildings and spot the clock famous for ringing in the New Year.

Metropolis Building

★ 4.7 · 6,373 reviews

Admire the Metropolis Building, the ornate landmark marking the start of Gran Vía. Study the golden dome and winged statue from the street, then continue along the avenue.

Puerta de Alcalá

★ 4.7 · 63,954 reviews

See the Puerta de Alcalá, Madrid's neoclassical triumphal arch beside Retiro Park. Circle the arch to study its carved stone and sculptures, then continue into the park.

Catedral de Santa María la Real de la Almudena

★ 4.6 · 33,357 reviews

Visit the Almudena Cathedral, Madrid's grand church beside the Royal Palace. Wander its colourful chapels, then descend to the Romanesque crypt and the museum.

Temple of Debod

★ 4.4 · 70,464 reviews

Watch the sun set behind the Temple of Debod, a real Egyptian temple rebuilt in a Madrid park. Stroll around its reflecting pools, step inside the small museum, and enjoy the open city views.

Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral

★ 4.7 · 10,421 reviews

Spend a day moving between two of Spain's historic cities on one coach tour from Madrid. You will see Segovia's aqueduct and Alcázar, then walk Toledo's medieval streets.

Plaza de España

Stop by Plaza de España, a cinematic square designed by Aníbal González in 1929. Stroll around the plaza and take in the canal, where you can travel by boat.

Monument to Alfonso XII

★ 4.7 · 3,401 reviews

Visit the Monument to Alfonso XII, the grand colonnade beside Retiro Park's lake. Photograph it from the steps, or take a rowing boat out for the view from the water.

Cybele Palace

Take in Cybele Palace, the elaborate white former post office that now houses Madrid's council offices. Circle the building and the busy square in front to appreciate its ornate 1919 architecture.

Fountain of the Fallen Angel

★ 4.6 · 9,397 reviews

Find the Fountain of the Fallen Angel in Retiro Park, a sculpture of Lucifer falling from heaven. Study the angel's expression and the gargoyles below, then continue your stroll through the park.

Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen

★ 4.7 · 1,719 reviews

Leave Madrid behind for the Escorial, the monastery-palace built under Philip II. You will tour its courtyard, cloister, royal apartments and pantheons with a guide, then continue to the Valley of the Fallen's basilica and cross.

Teatro Real

★ 4.6 · 15,108 reviews

Discover Teatro Real, the opera house at the heart of Madrid's cultural life. Tour its grand interior by day, or take a seat in the evening for a full opera or ballet performance.

Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales

★ 4.4 · 3,641 reviews

Discover the Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, a working convent hidden in central Madrid. Follow a guided tour through chapels, tapestries, and a collection of sacred art.

Las Ventas Bullring Tour with Audio Guide

★ 4.6 · 3,549 reviews

Walk into Las Ventas, Madrid's landmark Neo-Mudéjar bullring, at your own pace. Listen to the audio guide in the arena, then browse the museum's costumes and artwork and try the virtual bullfighting simulator.

Church of Saint Anthony of the German

★ 4.6 · 4,797 reviews

Look up inside the Church of Saint Anthony of the German, a Baroque jewel in central Madrid. Take in the frescoes that cover the elliptical walls and painted dome from floor to ceiling.

Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great

★ 4.7 · 8,957 reviews

Step inside the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great, a neoclassical church with an enormous frescoed dome. Look up at the dome and find the chapel painted by Goya.

Neptune Fountain

★ 4.6 · 16,154 reviews

Pause at the Neptune Fountain on the Paseo del Prado, one of Madrid's classic neoclassical monuments. Admire the white marble sea god on his shell-shaped chariot and pair the stop with the neighbouring fountains along the avenue.

Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida

★ 4.7 · 3,014 reviews

Visit the Ermita de San Antonio de la Florida, the small chapel where Goya is buried. Tilt your head back to read his frescoes across the ceilings, after watching the short introductory film.

Toledo Guided Day Trip

★ 4.3 · 3,639 reviews

Explore medieval Toledo on a day trip from Madrid. Join a guided walk through narrow streets, then spend your free time at monuments of your choice.

Avila and Segovia Day Trip with Tickets

★ 4.6 · 5,207 reviews

Trade Madrid for two walled heritage cities on this guided day trip to Ávila and Segovia. You will walk Ávila's medieval ramparts, enter its basilica, then stand beneath Segovia's Roman aqueduct and tour the cathedral and Alcázar.

Real Monasterio de la Encarnación

★ 4.6 · 1,802 reviews

Join a guided tour of the Real Monasterio de la Encarnación, a working 17th-century convent in central Madrid. Spend about an hour among its artworks and see the reliquary of Saint Pantaleon.

Congress of Deputies of Spain

★ 3.8 · 645 reviews

Stop outside the Congress of Deputies, Spain's parliament building, for a look at one of Madrid's most imposing façades. Study the columns and carved detail before walking on to the next sight in the centre.

El Pardo Royal Palace

★ 4.5 · 5,996 reviews

Head out to El Pardo Royal Palace, a former hunting lodge and later home of Franco on Madrid's northern edge. Tour the furnished rooms and chandeliers, then stroll the surrounding grounds if the weather allows.

Berlin Park

★ 4.4 · 11,782 reviews

Step into Berlin Park, a shaded Chamartín green space with an unexpected piece of German history. Find the three sections of the Berlin Wall, then wander past fountains and playgrounds while parrots call from the treetops.

Iglesia de San Jerónimo el Real

★ 4.6 · 2,556 reviews

Step inside Iglesia de San Jerónimo el Real, tucked behind the Prado. Admire the neo-Gothic sanctuary and stained glass, and enjoy a quiet pause between Madrid's museum and park districts.

Bank of Spain

★ 4.3 · 900 reviews

Pause at the Bank of Spain, the commanding landmark on Plaza de Cibeles. Admire its monumental facade from the street as part of a stroll along Alcalá and the Paseo del Prado.