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Salamanca, Madrid — Area Guide & Where to Stay

Salamanca is one of the 21 districts of Madrid, north-east of the historical centre.

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Where to stay in Salamanca

Where the beds are, and what that means for the visit.

Salamanca ranks among Madrid's smartest districts: international luxury labels keep branches here, alongside upscale restaurants, nightlife venues and hotels.

Things to do in and around Madrid

Ranked by global recognition; descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).

Museums & Galleries

3
  • National Museum of Archaeology Heritage
  • Lázaro Galdiano Museum
  • Museo Casa de la Moneda

Churches & Religious Sites

3
  • Church of Saint Manuel and Saint Benedict Heritage
  • Church of San Fermín de los Navarros Heritage
  • Real Diputación de San Andrés de los Flamencos Heritage

Castles & Historic Sites

8
  • Colegio del Pilar Heritage
  • Palace of Villamejor Heritage
  • Residencia de Estudiantes Heritage
  • Palacio del Marqués de Salamanca, Madrid Heritage
  • Hospital Santa Cristina Heritage
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  • Palacio de Biblioteca y Museos Nacionales Heritage
  • Fundación Carlos de Amberes Heritage
  • House of Hermanitas de los Pobres Heritage
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About Salamanca

What are the main landmarks in Salamanca?

The Fundación Carlos de Amberes and the Real Diputación de San Andrés de los Flamencos stand within the district, as do the Colegio del Pilar and the Eva Perón monument. Within it too lie the Lázaro Galdiano Museum, the National Museum of Archaeology and the Museo Casa de la Moneda. The Sorolla Museum lies toward Almagro.

What is the history of Salamanca?

The district dates from 1970.

Where is Salamanca?

Salamanca lies east of the Chamberí district, south of Chamartín and north of Retiro, and covers about 5.4 km².

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Updated October 2026