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Tourist Navigation Guide for Madrid

The Heart of Spain · Madrid has one of Europe's cleanest and most punctual Metro systems, connecting all major attractions and Barajas airport.

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7Transit Lines
26Key Stations
26Accessible Stops
7Metro/Subway Lines

About Getting Around Madrid

Madrid has one of Europe's cleanest and most punctual Metro systems, connecting all major attractions and Barajas airport. The historic centre is very walkable between Metro stops.

Top tourist tip: The Tourist Travel Pass gives unlimited Metro and bus travel for 1 to 7 days at a flat price.

Best pass for tourists: Abono Turístico (Tourist Travel Pass)

Transit Lines in Madrid

Madrid has 7 public transit lines, including 7 metro/subway lines. CityNav supports all of them for offline and real-time navigation.

12356 (Circular)810

Key Stations in Madrid

Sol
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Gran Vía
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Atocha
1 line · Accessible ♿
Nuevos Ministerios
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Chamartín
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Plaza de España
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Callao
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Retiro
1 line · Accessible ♿

+ 18 more stations supported in CityNav

Top Tourist Landmarks in Madrid

Museo del Prado
Retiro Park
Royal Palace
Puerta del Sol
Use CityNav's AR walking navigation to get step-by-step directions to any of these landmarks from your current location.

Transit Authorities in Madrid

Metro de Madrid (Metro) Official site →
Cercanías (Cercanías) Official site →

Train, Bus & Metro Times in Madrid

Madrid has 7 transit lines covering trains, buses and metro routes across the city. CityNav shows real-time departure times at every station — and when you're underground or off the grid, offline timetables keep you moving without any internet connection.

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Metro & Subway

7 lines — tap any station in CityNav for real-time arrivals

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Buses

Bus routes across Madrid — plan your journey before you board

Check live times in Madrid →

Where to Visit in Madrid

From iconic landmarks to hidden local gems, Madrid has something for every type of traveller. CityNav gives you AR walking directions and step-by-step transit routes to any attraction — no map-reading required.

Museo del Prado

AR walking directions via CityNav

Retiro Park

AR walking directions via CityNav

Royal Palace

AR walking directions via CityNav

Puerta del Sol

AR walking directions via CityNav

💡 Open CityNav's AR camera mode to see walking arrows to any landmark from your exact position — works even without a data signal.

Navigate Madrid with CityNav

Get real-time turn-by-turn directions, AR walking navigation, offline transit maps and SOS emergency alerts — all designed for tourists exploring Madrid.

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🛟 Madrid Safety Centre

Emergency numbers, hospital info, common tourist scams and key local phrases for Madrid — all on one page that works offline in the CityNav app.

Open Madrid Safety Centre →

✈️ Download before you fly

Madrid's transit maps, timetables and Safety Centre work fully offline in CityNav. Download the app before you board and you can navigate from the moment you land — no roaming data, no airport Wi-Fi needed.

Download on the App Store → Get a 7-day Trip Pass — £3.99

Frequently Asked Questions — Getting Around Madrid

Does the Madrid Metro serve Barajas Airport?

Yes — Metro Line 8 (pink) connects Nuevos Ministerios to all Barajas terminals in about 15–20 minutes. A standard Metro ticket includes an airport supplement; the Tourist Travel Pass also covers airport access.

Is the Madrid Metro fully air-conditioned?

Yes — Madrid Metro is one of Europe's most modern systems, with all stations and carriages fully air-conditioned. Particularly comfortable during Madrid's hot summers when outdoor temperatures regularly exceed 35°C.

How late does the Madrid Metro run?

The Madrid Metro runs until 1:30am on weekdays and Sundays, and until 2:30am on Fridays and Saturdays. Night buses (búhoes) run through the night on major routes.

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