The Expat's Guide to Madrid Neighborhoods

Get to know the districts of Madrid — from elegant Salamanca to leafy Moncloa. Explore the map or browse guides to find the right fit for your lifestyle.

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Street view exit from Plaza Mayor toward Calle de Felipe III and Calle Mayor in central Madrid.

Centro

Historic, walkable, and full of character.

Map showing the boundaries of Chamberí

Chamberí

Classic, central, and deeply madrileño.

Elegant architecture in the Barrio de Salamanca, Madrid’s premier district for luxury real estate and refined living.

Salamanca

Refined, elegant, and impeccably located.

Spring blossoms near a fountain in Retiro Park, the green heart of the residential and leafy Retiro district.

Retiro

Leafy, calm, and residential.

Plaza de Castilla in the Tetuán district, featuring iconic modern architecture at the gateway to Madrid’s northern business hub.

Tetuán

Diverse, authentic, and practical.