To visit Plaza de Moncloa, hop on our Madrid City Tour sightseeing bus. Travel along Route 1: Historic Madrid and explore this area in the west of the city, as well as other stops located near Madrid’s main attractions. The stop is located at 88 Calle Princesa.
What is Plaza de Moncloa?
Plaza de Moncloa is one of the main gateways to central Madrid and an important transport hub connecting Ciudad Universitaria, the Argüelles neighbourhood and the A Coruña road.
Nearby, you will find well-known buildings and landmarks such as the Spanish Air and Space Force Headquarters, the Arco de la Victoria and the Faro de Moncloa. The square is also close to several green spaces and tourist attractions in the west of the city.
Where is Plaza de Moncloa?
Plaza de Moncloa in Madrid is located in the Moncloa-Aravaca district, at the end of Calle Princesa and next to the beginning of Avenida de la Memoria. It is an ideal stop for visiting Ciudad Universitaria, Parque del Oeste and the Argüelles neighbourhood. It is also well connected to other tourist attractions such as Plaza de España, the Temple of Debod and Casa de Campo.
How can you get to Plaza de Moncloa?
You can easily reach Plaza de Moncloa by public transport, as Metro lines 3 and 6 serve Moncloa station. However, we recommend taking Route 1 of our sightseeing bus.
Madrid City Tour provides a convenient way to reach different parts of Madrid while enjoying panoramic views as you travel. You can get off at the Plaza de la Moncloa stop, explore the area on foot and hop back on the bus to continue discovering Madrid at your own pace.
What can you do in Moncloa, Madrid?
The Moncloa area combines monuments, panoramic views and walks through some of Madrid’s main green spaces. During your visit, you can see the Arco de la Victoria, go up the Faro de Moncloa for panoramic views of the city and explore Ciudad Universitaria. You can also walk through Parque del Oeste, visit the Temple of Debod or continue towards Plaza de España and Casa de Campo.
What can you see near Plaza de Moncloa?
The Plaza de la Moncloa stop provides easy access to several natural and historic attractions in the west of Madrid.
- Casa de Campo: Spain’s largest urban park and one of Madrid’s main green spaces. It has walking paths, leisure areas and extensive natural surroundings.
- Parque del Oeste: Located next to Moncloa, it offers gardens, paths and areas to relax. Nearby attractions include La Rosaleda, the Madrid Cable Car and the Temple of Debod.
- Temple of Debod: An Egyptian temple dating from the 2nd century BC, donated to Spain by the Egyptian government. It is located near Plaza de España and is especially popular for its sunset views.
Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the arch in Moncloa?
It is called the Arco de la Victoria, although it is also popularly known as the Puerta de Moncloa. It was built in the 1950s and is approximately 40 metres high.
How much does it cost to visit the Faro de Moncloa observation deck?
General admission to the Faro de Moncloa costs €4. The reduced ticket costs €2, while the lowest concessionary rate is €1 for eligible visitors.
