Sol
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.
Puerta del Sol
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
Plaza de Callao
Learn about the local history of Madrid when you take a trip to Plaza de Callao. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Preciados Street
During your visit to Madrid, you can enjoy retail therapy at Preciados Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
El Oso y el Madrono
Learn about the local history of Madrid with a stop at El Oso y el Madrono. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Convent de las Descalzas Reales
Marble statues, woven tapestries and the tomb of its founder are among the highlights of a fascinating convent and museum, where Franciscan nuns still live.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Madrid Tour with Skip-the-Line Royal Palace and Prado Museum
Madrid Highlights - Half-Day Tour
Go City: Madrid Explorer Pass with 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 Top Attractions
Madrid: Opera and Zarzuela Show and Dinner
Madrid: Day Trip to Cuenca with Cathedral or Enchanted City
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Other neighborhoods around Sol
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Cortes
While you're in Cortes, take in top sights like Gran Via and jump on the metro at Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
Embajadores
Travelers love Embajadores for its fascinating museums, and you can see more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Tirso de Molina Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and El Rastro.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Royal Palace of Madrid, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
Justicia
While you're in Justicia, take in top sights like Gran Via or Plaza de Chueca, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chueca Station or Banco de Espana Station.
More to Explore
- Gran Via
- Plaza Mayor
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza de Callao
- Preciados Street
- El Oso y el Madrono
- Plaza de Canalejas
- Casino de Madrid
- Convent de las Descalzas Reales
- Fnac
- Plaza del Carmen
- Teatro Albéniz
- Plaza de Celenque
- Teatro Caser Calderon de Madrid
- Plaza de las Descalzas
- Arco de Cuchilleros
- San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts
- Church of San Gines
- Joy Madrid
- Plaza Red de San Luis
- Plaza de Pontejos
- Casa de la Panaderia
- Church of Nuestra Senora del Carmen y San Luis
- Stamp and Coin Market
- Statue of Carlos III
- Real Casa de la Aduana
- Santa Cruz Palace
- Real Casa de Postas
- Oratorio Santo Nino del Remedio
- Casa Matesanz