Discover Madrid

If life were a city, it would be Madrid

Discover all that this fascinating capital city can offer.
Our city has its secrets and InterContinental wants to help you discover them with our Concierge team’s assistance.
The team is available to you from the moment your stay is confirmed, to provide with any assistance and advice necessary to make the most of your stay in the beautiful city of Madrid.

Triangle of art

“El Triángulo del Arte” brings together some of the most important paintings in the world.
Along more than a kilometer you will find the Prado Museum, the Thyssen Bornemisza Museum, and the Reina Sofía and Caixa Forum Art Centre.
Just 5 minutes away from the hotel you will find a real gem for art lovers, the Museo Sorolla, which was the painter’s private residence since 1910. Joaquin Sorolla, was born in Valencia, and he is considered to be the highest representative of Spanish impressionism and a master of light who knew how to convey the Mediterranean scene like no other.

Madrid museums

Shopping spree

From the exclusivity of the most prestigious international fashion brands, even the most alternative designs, but without forgetting the traditional style, Madrid offers endless options for shopping.
Visit the elegant shopping area of Calle Serrano and Ortega y Gasset just a few minutes away.

Shoppings recommendations

Restaurant Botin 1725 Gourmet

Gastronomy

Madrid offers more than 3,100 restaurants where you can enjoy from the most traditional to the most avant-garde Spanish cuisine. Some of the best restaurants in town are very close to the hotel.
Do not hesitate in consulting our Concierge team for recommendations to fit your taste.

Restaurant recommendations

Football

Madrid has two main football teams: Real Madrid & Atlético de Madrid.
The Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is just 10 minutes away from InterContinental Madrid and is facing a completed renovation.
With nearly a million visitors a year, the stadium and its Museum Tour is one of the main attractions of the city.
The Wanda Metropolitano is located 20 minutes away by metro and it is an impressive state of the art stadium.

World Heritage cities

In July 2021 one of Europe’s most famous streets, the tree-lined Paseo del Prado in the capital Madrid, has been added to the Unesco World Heritage list – along with the adjoining Retiro Park as “Landscape of Art and Science”.
Madrid enjoys a privileged location in the center of Spain. From the capital you can visit some of the most beautiful cities in the country, which UNESCO has listed as a World Heritage Sites. The most prominent are Toledo, Aranjuez, El Escorial, Alcala de Henares, Avila and Segovia.
Thanks to the high-speed train (AVE) you can visit cities like Barcelona, Seville and Cordoba in a maximum of 2.5 hours.

The Perfect Day

Start your day with a stroll along one of Madrid’s most iconic avenues: the elegant Paseo de la Castellana, lined with skyscrapers and charming cafés with inviting terraces.

Continuing south, admire the grand neoclassical buildings of Plaza de Cibeles, such as the City Hall and the Bank of Spain, masterpieces by architect Antonio Palacios. Don’t miss the Círculo de Bellas Artes, where you can enjoy a coffee in its refined lounge or head up to the rooftop terrace for one of the best views in Madrid.

Your morning ends at El Retiro, the city’s most iconic park—known as Madrid’s green lung and a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the so-called Paseo de la Luz. Wander among sculptures, fountains, and tree-lined paths, rent a rowboat on the central lake, and experience Madrid from the water, just like the locals do.

Immerse yourself in Madrid’s literary spirit by exploring the Barrio de las Letras, once home to great writers such as Cervantes and Lope de Vega. Located near the Art Triangle, this neighborhood blends history and culture with cobblestone streets etched with famous quotes, charming cafés, and a vibrant artistic atmosphere.

The Art Triangle, set along the Paseo del Prado, brings together three essential museums: the Prado, with masterpieces like Las Meninas and The Garden of Earthly Delights; the Thyssen-Bornemisza, showcasing works from the Renaissance through the 20th century; and the Reina Sofía, home to Picasso’s Guernica and pieces by Dalí and Miró. Together, they offer a unique journey through the history of Western art.

To end the afternoon, enjoy some tapas and a cold beer on a terrace in lively Plaza de Santa Ana, surrounded by history and a warm local atmosphere. Just around the corner, Echegaray Street is home to bars with soul, like La Venencia, a traditional sherry tavern that has preserved the flavor of old Madrid.

Watching the sunset from the Egyptian Temple of Debod is one of those little luxuries that only Madrid can offer—an unforgettable experience. Just a short walk away, near Plaza de España, you’ll find the Royal Palace complex, where 18th-century architecture and the Royal Collections Museum take on a magical glow under the night lights.

Continue to the magnificent Plaza Mayor, once the scene of bullfights, now the perfect spot to try the city’s most iconic street food: a calamari sandwich. Finish your evening with a glass of Rioja at a historic tavern in La Latina, or savor paella and tapas at the vibrant Mercado de San Miguel.