Aravaca is a neighborhood of Madrid, located in the Moncloa-Aravaca district, bordering the neighborhoods of Valdemarín and El Plantío, as well as the municipality of Pozuelo de Alarcón. This district is one of the most sought-after in the northwest of the city due to the quality of its buildings, its exclusivity, privacy, and security, as well as its proximity to Madrid city center.
Notable landmarks in the Aravaca-Moncloa area include Casa de Campo and the Moncloa Palace. The area is also home to the Somosaguas faculties, IESE, the new IEB campus, and prestigious schools such as Santa María de los Rosales and the International School of Aravaca. In terms of healthcare, Aravaca has several clinics and hospitals, including Clínica La Zarzuela, recognized as one of the highest-quality hospitals in Madrid.
From a commercial and gastronomic perspective, the heart of the neighborhood—Aravaca village—offers charming shops and pleasant restaurants. Nearby are shopping centers such as El Corte Inglés in Pozuelo, Zielo, La Finca Grand Café, and the restaurant-lined streets of Valdemarín.