Location: Retiro
Top Things to do in Retiro
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Retiro, Community of Madrid
So many of Madrid’s buildings look like castles, you’ll think you’ve stumbled into a fairytale. Even City Hall is astounding, with its white pinnacles and neo-Gothic features. A self-guided architecture tour can begin by the great bear statue in the central Puerta del Sol. Wander by the fanciful Royal Palace before absorbing the natural beauty of Retiro Park, then visit one of the city’s many museums. You could happily cap off each day by nibbling on forkfuls of paella while sipping Spanish rioja.
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1. Paseo del Prado
2. Palacio De Cristal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,590 reviews
Reviewed By MayfieldParrish - Denver, United States
Beautiful steel and glass structure next to a small pond. It is in the middle of the beautiful Retiro Park. It is an awesome photo op area. We visited in fall and the colors of the trees adjacent to the glass was just awesome.
3. Palacio de Cibeles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,982 reviews
Reviewed By BernieH001 - Ennis, Ireland
This beautiful building is very impressive from the outside and the main reception area has wonderful views of the domed ceiling. The Observation deck on the 8th floor is well worth the €3 (or €1.50 if you are a senior), with terrific views across the city and along Calle de Alcalá and Puerto de Alcalá
4. Monumento a Alfonso XII
5. Centro de Artes de Vanguardia la Neomudejar
6. Palacio de Fomento
7. Iglesia San Jeronimo el Real
8. Pantheon of Distinguished Men
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By 598marisap - Dallas, United States
This is a beautiful neo byzantine building close to Atocha. It is dedicated to famous politicians from 19th century Spain. The sculptures are just amazing! The entrance is free for the public.
9. Royal Basilica of Our Lady of Atocha
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By 598marisap - Dallas, United States
This is a beautiful shrine close to Atocha main station. The church has a beautiful image of the Madonna, a black Madonna with an enigmatic face. On the left side of the church, it is a statue of the Child Jesus of Atocha.
