Paseo del Arte & Retiro
The one-kilometre Paseo del Arte, or Art Walk, stretches alongside the elegant avenue of Paseo del Prado and known for its three world-class art museums: the Prado, the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Reina Sofia, each with a housing some stunning artistic attractions within.
The gorgeous Retiro park lies close by as do the tranquil botanical gardens.
There are some upmarket eateries and very pleasant terrace bars and cafés in this zone too.