Madrid is one of the European capitals with the greatest cultural wealth and atmosphere, ideal for all art lovers. The city has countless museums, art galleries, and all kinds of cultural activities, which delight everyone who visits it.
Given the large number of places and interesting exhibitions that our capital offers, here we offer you a summary of the most interesting ones.
Art Exhibitions: Essential Museums and Galleries
Prado Museum. The Prado Museum is one of the best and most renowned art galleries in the world, which has made it the most visited museum in Spain. In addition to its unbeatable permanent exhibition, the Museum has temporary exhibitions, such as the one dedicated to Rubens, which will be present in the Villanueva building until February 12. In addition to those painted by the master himself, the exhibition also displays others painted by his assistants in his own workshop.
Madrid Cow Gallery. A curious and picturesque exhibition that we can see in various streets of Madrid is the “Madrid Cow Gallery” exhibition. This exhibition of “decorated cows” that we can see in various streets of Madrid, has its origins in the Interprofessional Organization of Beef of Spain and the Madrid City Council, seeking to bring the citizen closer to connecting with the countryside through an artistic perspective. This unique exhibition can be seen in the streets of Madrid until mid-December.
Museo del Traje. Madrid never stops surprising us. Did you know that the capital has a Costume Museum? In this museum you can find iconic pieces such as, for example, the suit worn by Audrey Hepburn in the film “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. Another of the great jewels of the museum is a white silk dress by the famous designer Coco Chanel, as well as creations by internationally famous Spanish designers, such as Paco Rabanne or Balenciaga. It is an ideal museum to be visited by students, as it is in the University City.
Film and Theatre Festivals: Cultural Events Calendar
Madrid has numerous cinemas and theatres, where it is possible to enjoy both the latest releases and the classics.
This year marks the centenary of the first definitive edition of “Luces de Bohemia”, the great grotesque novel by D. Ramón María del Valle-Inclán, a work that has a cast led by actors Ginés García Millán and Antonio Molero, and directed by the prestigious director Eduardo Vasco, which you can see from October 17 to December 15, from Tuesday to Sunday, at the Teatro Español. You cannot miss this classic of Spanish literature!
Concerts and live music: Key places and dates:
The vibrant European capital, that is Madrid is regularly visited by important music stars, making our city the ideal place to enjoy the best musical concerts. Here are some of the most important:
– Dire Straits. Although the band split up three decades ago, their music continues to be a worldwide reference, with more than 120 million records sold and an influence that continues to conquer new generations.
This tribute show to Dire Straits will take place on December 7 at Ifema, and will feature the presence of true music legends, musicians who worked directly with the original band such as Chris White, who was part of the Brothers in Arms and On Every Street tours, and Terence Reis on lead vocals and guitar.
– Paul McCartney. Pop music could not be conceived without the Beatles. Paul McCartney, legendary member of the band, will give a concert in Madrid at the Wizink Center, as part of his “Got back” tour. The brilliant British singer and composer, idol of several generations around the world, will delight us with his music on December 9 and 10.
– Gipsy Kings. And if you love both pop music and flamenco, you are in luck. The group Gipsy Kings, the greatest exponent of the fusion of these genres, will perform at Ifema on December 19, where we will be able to enjoy their greatest hits
As you can see, Madrid is a city that never stops, and that offers all kinds of cultural and recreational activities, for all audiences and all tastes.
Make the most of your stay in Madrid, and enjoy!