Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, Madrid

Name: Plaza del Emperador Carlos V
Address: Madrid, Spain

#161 among attractions in Madrid

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Plaza del Emperador Carlos V is a square in the city of Madrid. It is named after Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, who also reigned in Spain as Charles I. However, it is referred to as Plaza de Atocha, because it is where Madrid Atocha railway station is located. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°24'31"N, 3°41'31"W

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Arganzuela (Atocha)Madrid Spain

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Plaza del Emperador Carlos V – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo del Prado, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Real Jardín Botánico de Madrid, CaixaForum Madrid.

~1900 ftN
World-class European art collection
Museo del Prado, Madrid
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~870 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Madrid
5 min walk • The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía stands as a beacon of contemporary art in the heart of Madrid, Spain. Established in 1992, this museum has rapidly become a pivotal institution for modern and contemporary art on the international stage.
~950 ftN
Royal botanical garden with trails
Real Jardín Botánico de Madrid, Madrid
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~930 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
CaixaForum Madrid, Madrid
5 min walk • CaixaForum Madrid is a contemporary cultural center in the heart of Spain's capital, known for its distinctive art exhibitions, thought-provoking lectures, and dynamic social and educational programs. Housed in a converted power station, the museum is a striking...
~260 ftNE
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Monument to Claudio Moyano, Madrid
2 min walk • The Monument to Claudio Moyano is an enduring tribute located in the bustling heart of Madrid, Spain. This memorial honors Claudio Moyano Samaniego, an influential Spanish politician and educator, renowned for his contributions to the education system in Spain...
~920 ftNW
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Medialab-Prado, Madrid
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0.4 miNE
Memorial, Garden, Park
Forest of Remembrance, Madrid
11 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Madrid, Spain, lies a serene oasis known as the Forest of Remembrance. This tranquil park is a poignant tribute to the victims of the March 11, 2004, terrorist bombings that struck Madrid's commuter train system.
0.4 miN
Church, Historical place, Gothic architecture
Church of Saint Jerome the Royal, Madrid
11 min walk • Saint Jerome the Royal is a Roman Catholic church from the early 16th-century in central Madrid.
~1080 ftSE
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Atocha station memorial, Madrid
6 min walk • The Atocha station memorial is a memorial monument located at Atocha station in Madrid, Spain, that commemorates the 191 victims of the 11 March 2004 Madrid train bombings.
~890 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Museo Nacional de Antropología, Madrid
5 min walk • The National Museum of Anthropology is a national museum of Spain, located in Madrid near the Parque del Buen Retiro and opposite Atocha railway and metro station. It is considered the oldest anthropology museum in Spain, formally inaugurated on April 29, 1875, during the reign of Alfonso XII.
0.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
La Casa Encendida, Madrid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Plaza del Emperador Carlos V?

Nearby attractions include Monument to Claudio Moyano, Madrid (2 min walk), Royal Monastery of Santa Isabel, Madrid (3 min walk), Golden Triangle of Art, Madrid (4 min walk), Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Madrid (5 min walk).

How to get to Plaza del Emperador Carlos V by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plaza del Emperador Carlos V:

Metro

Estación del Arte • Lines: L1 (1 min walk)
Atocha • Lines: L1 (6 min walk)

Bus

Pº Infanta Isabel - Minist. Medio Ambiente • Lines: 10, 14 (2 min walk)
Prado-Atocha • Lines: 10, 14, 27, 34, 37, 45, N10, N11, N12, N13, N14, N15, N25, N26, N9 (3 min walk)

Train

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha (6 min walk)
Atocha-Cercanías (7 min walk)