It's a popular area for foreigners to go out, but also for the 'not so young locals' (between 25 and 35) who may feel a bit old for Malasaña. There are also many theaters and it's quite common to retire to the bars nearby after performances. Plaza de Santa Ana is a common meeting point in the area since many bars there have made seating available outdoors - the square itself is also quite attractive. Bars here are small and are a bit crowded, but they're usually good fun. There are a couple of places are quite famous for their jazz concerts in this area. The traditional wine and tapas stops are well worth a visit.

For some years now, Calle Fuencarral and the Chueca neighbourhood in Madrid have become reference points for Spanish modernity. The trendiest shops, hair salons and tattoo/piercing parlours have given the area a very active life during the day. Restaurants, bars and clubs with innovative décor liven Madrid’s night, accommodating a varied clientele.

The excellent location of this area has allowed it to become an urban catwalk for independent fashion where trendies, skaters, rappers, indie kids and grunge lovers coincide in a neighbourhood where the tolerant environment acts like a magnet for all types of people.

Five minutes from the Puerta del Sol and running perpendicular to Gran Vía, the streets Fuencarral and Hortaleza have gradually seen the establishment of alternative shops, tattoo and piercing parlours, gay libraries, gay venues, delicate restaurants and trend-setting hair salons.

Distance to our apartments for rent in Madrid:
Apartment Tirso de Molina is a 10 minute-walk to Chueca
Apartment Retiro is a 10 minutes away by subway to Chueca