Barrio de las Letras (Huertas) guide
Barrio de las Letras is the 'Literary Quarter', where Cervantes and Lope de Vega lived. Quotations are set into the pavement of its pedestrian streets, and the Prado is a 5–10 minute walk away.
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Who it suits
Museum-goers who want to walk to the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofía, and who also want bars nearby. Antón Martín (line 1) and Sevilla (line 2) are the closest Metro stations.
Atmosphere
Calle de las Huertas and Plaza de Santa Ana are full of bars, so the area is busy at night. Side streets such as Calle del León are calmer.
Why stay here
It is arguably the best balance in Madrid: central, walkable to the Golden Triangle of Art, and full of character.
FAQ
Is Huertas the same as Barrio de las Letras?
Yes, people use the names interchangeably. Huertas is the main street of the quarter.