Top Places for Art and Cultural Activities in Madrid

Fundacion Mapfre Recoletos
4.5 (1076 Votes)

Art Gallery, Museum, Photo Gallery, Exhibition

Fundacion MAPFRE is accommodated in a building designed by the famous architect Agustín Ortiz de Villajos for the Duchess of Medina de las Torres. Today, the Fundación MAPFRE offers the best of art from the late 19th century to the Second World war. The museum traces the evolution of Spanish art and hosts a series of trending exhibitions that feature paintings and photographs by ...Read more
Panteon De Hombres Ilustres
4.3 (68 Votes)

Tomb, Sculpture

The Panteon de Hombres Ilustres is located in Nuestra Senora de Atocha Basilica and contains tombs of some of the most illustrious people of Madrid including Ríos Rosas, Canovas del Castillo and Canalejas. The place is a national heritage site and pays homage to the most influential people in a unique way. The sculptures on the tombs are the highlight of the place and represent the city&...Read more
Parroquia De Nuestra Senora Del Carmen Y San Luis
4.6 (23 Votes)

Church, Religious Site, Architecture

One of the most popular churches in Madrid, the Iglesia de Nuestra Senora del Carmen y San Luis was constructed in the early-mid 17th century and is the only surviving part of the convent of Carmen Calzado. The Spanish Civil war took a huge toll on the original church and was destroyed in 1935. Many rare art pieces were also lost during this time. Today, the church maintains its roots and stand...Read more
Casa De La Panaderia
4.3 (43 Votes)

Historical Site, Architecture , Heritage Building

The Casa de la Panaderia was built in the early 17th century and designed by Juan Gomez de Mora. The fire of 1672 destroyed the whole place and reconstruction was done under the guidance of architect Tomas Roman. Today, the place accommodates the Madrid Tourism Center and combines the best of 17th century architecture and art with the city’s rich history. Highlights Include: Royal Spanis...Read more
Museo De Historia De Madrid
4.4 (23 Votes)

Art Museum, Library, History Museum

Showing a rare collection taken from various sources including National Library, Prado Museum, Academy of Fine Arts, Archaeological Museum and private donations of art lovers, the Museo de Historia de Madrid was initially used as a Municipal Museum built in 1929. Today the place has some of the most varied collection of historic artefacts including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, post...Read more
Parroquia De Santa Teresa Y San Jose Madrid
4.4 (3 Votes)

Church, Religious Site, Architecture

Declared as a place of cultural interest in 1995, the medieval building of Parroquia de Santa Teresa y San Jose Madrid juxtaposes beautifully against the surrounding modern buildings. The architect of the church-Jesus Carrasco Muñoz was inspired by "The Interior Castle" of Saint Teresa of Jesus and created a melange of eclectic design with modern touches that complement the simplicity of...Read more
Palacio De Velazquez
4.4 (12 Votes)

Palace, Architecture , Exhibition

The Palacio de Velazquez showcases the trending exhibitions by Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and is one of the best places to visit if you are looking for art spaces that ooze charm. The palace was built in 1881 by architect Ricardo Velázquez Bosco with the help of ceramist Daniel Zuloaga. The neo-classic building is popular for its red-brick construction with impeccable tile-work em...Read more
Museo Casa De La Moneda
4.4 (3 Votes)

Museum, Statue, Specialty Museum, Sculpture

The Museo Casa de la Moneda has a vast collection of historic artefacts including 1500 drawings and 5000 prints, a number of statues, models of sculptures that are extracted from Italian, Flemish, Spanish and French schools of the 16th and 18th centuries. The Lottera Games collection are a rare treat for history lovers and consist of lotteries printed in Spain since the 1940’s. Highlights...Read more
Mondo Galeria
4.5 (2 Votes)

San Lucas, 9
Art Gallery
Puerta De Alcala

Art Gallery
Iglesia De San Antonio De Los Alemanes

Calle de La Puebla, 20, 28004 Madrid, Madrid, Spain
Church
San Francisco El Grande Basilica

Church
San Jeronimo El Real

Calle de Moreto, 4, 28014 Madrid, Madrid, Spain
Church
Puerta Del Angel

Neighborhoods

The neighbourhood off Puerta del Angel is loved for its quiet streets and has truly transformed post the world war. The area around the Feria del Campo and the Manzanres river is filled with Cherry trees of various species and a beautiful boulevard, apt for a calm walk. The number of Plazas that adorn the neighborhood are the highlight of the place while the Casa de Campo park is the main attra...Read more
Plaza De Castilla

Park, Architecture

The Plaza de Castilla is bisected by the Paseo de la Castellana and is one of the best places to see modern architecture in Madrid. The Caja Madrid Obelisk designed by Santiago Calatrava is a highlight here and is spotted easily from a distance. Other highlights include the ‘Gate of Europe towers’ that are twin office buildings having a height of 374 feet and featured in the famous ...Read more