Galleries and Exhibition Halls

CaixaForum, which opened in 2008 has become a major landmark in the city of Madrid offering a wide range of temporary exhibitions, workshops, lectures, films, debates and family activities. It is located in the Paisaje de la Luz (Landscape of Light), the green heart of Madrid, and the building that houses this social, cultural and artistic centre is the former Mediodía Power Station, considered an industrial jewel of the 20th century.

Its vertical garden, the first to be installed in Spain and the one with the largest continuous surface area in the world, was designed as a connection between the building and the Paseo del Prado and is made up of more than 15,000 plants covering the 460 m2 wall. This grandiose wall of vegetation survives without soil, only with water and nutrients.

Located on the Paseo del Prado, CaixaForum is one of the most important cultural centres in Madrid. It houses multimedia, ancient, modern and contemporary art.

You will find more information about the visit, exhibitions, festivals, conferences, workshops or debates at: ticketsmadrid.caixaforum.com

La Casa Encendida is a social and cultural centre located in  Lavapiés neighbourhood. With a neo-Mudejar style  from the early 1930s, Casa Encendida is considered an open and dynamic cultural space with a comprehensive cultural programme for children and adults alike.

In Casa Encendida you will find the most avant-garde artistic expressions of the city of Madrid coexisting with educational activities, discussion and debate in four areas of action: Culture, Solidarity, Environment and Education. The space also boasts a magnificent terrace with a wide variety of plant species that allows you to enjoy the most beautiful sunsets in the city.

Located on Calle Ronda de Valencia, Casa Encendida is the social and cultural centre of the Montemadrid Foundation. It is an open and vibrant space for all audiences.

You can find all the information about the exhibitions at: https://www.lacasaencendida.es/exposiciones

Alcalá 31 Exhibition Hall is housed in an emblematic building designed by Antonio Palacios, constructed between 1935 and 1943. Originally the headquarters of the Banco Mercantil e Industrial, the building is currently owned by the Community of Madrid.

The exhibition hall occupies the grand central nave, which once served as the bank's operations patio. The hall's programming emphasizes contemporary creations within the realm of international visual and plastic arts. Throughout the year, the hall hosts individual and collective exhibitions focusing on mid-career artists, retrospectives of established artists with diverse critical acclaim, and presentations of significant Latin American art collections.

A converted water reservoir from Canal de Isabel II now houses a renowned space dedicated to photography and visual arts. Built between 1907 and 1911, it was originally Madrid's first elevated water tank.

Dive into captivating temporary exhibitions with a focus on contemporary photography and audiovisual creations. Each year, coinciding with Madrid Fashion Week, a tribute is paid to a celebrated fashion design master with a dedicated showcase.

Both established masters and rising stars from the national and international photography scene are showcased. This commitment to highlighting the latest trends solidifies the venue's role as a leader in the photographic medium.

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Nestled in a historic building on Madrid's central Alcalá Street, Círculo de Bellas Artes is a renowned private cultural center.

Founded in 1880, it has been at the forefront of promoting innovative artistic trends for over a century. 

From visual arts and literature to science and performing arts, the center offers a diverse range of cultural experiences. Enjoy stunning views of the city from its rooftop terrace and explore the various exhibition spaces. 

El Espacio Fundación Telefónica, inaugurated in May 2012, is located in the emblematic Telefónica building on Madrid's Gran Vía. This building was inaugurated in 1930 as the company's new headquarters, becoming the first skyscraper in Europe and for almost a year also the tallest.

El Espacio aspires to be a benchmark for 21st-century culture, where visitors can reflect and debate on the journey of telecommunications and art in the past, present, and future. It serves as a meeting point between historical avant-gardes and the knowledge revolution we are experiencing today. In its 6,000 m2, divided into four floors, the dialogue between art, technology, and new forms of communication unfolds through a variety of workshops, guided tours, an auditorium, and several exhibition spaces, making it an ideal place to visit with children and teenagers.

This 2,400-square-meter cultural space located in Nuevos Ministerios, next to Paseo de la Castellana, was inaugurated in October 1983. It showcases the most relevant architecture of the 20th and 21st centuries, with the aim of disseminating architectural culture in Spain. In 2020, rehabilitation work was carried out so that since the end of 2022 it has been the headquarters of the ENAIRE Collection of contemporary art.

La Arquería Exhibition Hall has achieved extraordinary recognition in the field of international architectural culture, and specifically in the specialty of exhibition design and assembly, known as ephemeral architecture, which has been recognized with numerous awards.

The Conde-Duque Cultural Center is a vibrant hub of culture and art in the heart of Madrid. This former ducal palace, transformed into a contemporary space, boasts an eclectic program that encompasses theater, dance, visual arts, and music. Its halls, patios, and galleries provide the perfect setting for enjoying exhibitions, concerts, performances, and workshops. A place where tradition and innovation meet, offering visitors a unique and enriching experience. Whether you're an art lover, a culture enthusiast, or simply looking for something different, Conde-Duque welcomes you with open arms

Matadero Madrid's exhibition halls are a showcase for the most cutting-edge contemporary art, offering a constant stream of groundbreaking exhibitions that will surprise and challenge your perceptions. This creative oasis in the heart of the city also boasts an inexhaustible cultural agenda featuring independent cinema, experimental theater, live music, workshops for all ages, and more. 

Don't miss the chance to experience a truly unique artistic journey.

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