Malasaña
Discover 34 authentic local spots in Malasaña, one of Madrid's most vibrant neighborhoods. From specialty coffee shops to hidden bars and local restaurants - all recommended by locals.
Malasaña is one of Madrid's neighborhoods worth knowing on its own terms. We've mapped 34 local favorites here — spanning other, vinyl shops, brunch spots and more — each rated 4.8★ on average by real visitors. This is the version of Malasaña you get when a local shows you around, not the one on the postcard.
Carapazona | Papelería Artesanal and PALMA39 are the highest-rated starting points. Walk it rather than plan it: Malasaña rewards turning down the side streets between the spots below.
All 34 spots in Malasaña — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Other
1 place in Malasaña
Vinyl Shops
7 places in Malasaña
PALMA39
Recycled Music Center & Friperie
The Disk Storage
MARILIANS RECORDS
www.Jazzymas.com
Rotor Discos
Lost Things Discos & Libros
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Brunch Spots
3 places in Malasaña
Restaurants
1 place in Malasaña
Vintage Shops
13 places in Malasaña
Vintage Point Malasaña Vintage second hand store
Siloam Vintage
La Antigua
Lady Cacahuete
Alphaville Vintage Sport
EXÓTICA
Triolet Vintage Madrid
Juanita La Vintage
LOOP Vintage
La Parpusa vintage
Alphaville Vintage Shop Tienda Vintage Malasaña
Temple Susu
Kinda Kinks
Indie Bookstores
3 places in Malasaña
Antique Shops
2 places in Malasaña
Bars
2 places in Malasaña
Breakfast
1 place in Malasaña
Artisan Bakeries
1 place in Malasaña
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best places to visit in Malasaña, Madrid?
Malasaña has 34 local spots curated by Polomaps, across 10 categories. Top-rated spots include Carapazona | Papelería Artesanal, PALMA39, Le Praliné Brunch / Malasaña — all recommended by locals rather than tourist lists.
Is Malasaña worth visiting in Madrid?
Yes! Malasaña is one of Madrid's most authentic neighborhoods with 34 local favorites averaging 4.8★. You'll find other, vinyl shops, brunch spots, restaurants — all recommended by locals, not tourists.
How do I explore Malasaña like a local?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every Malasaña spot on a live map around you, with walking distances and directions. Save your favorites and search anything specific — the app finds well-rated local places for any craving.
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