Art & Culture in Madrid

Madrid is the place to be for the art and culture enthusiast. From museums and galleries to monuments and hidden bookstores. Wherever you go, the city has it all. Discover Spanish art in FMCMP or visit hidden gem Museo Geominero. Check out Librería Bardón for ancient and rare books. Discover these and more local gems, handpicked by our Spotters, for an inspirational day.

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52 Hidden Gems

Fundación Mapfre

An art jewel in Madrid

"Fundación Mapfre" in Madrid is an excellently curated exhibition that's very well lit & hung. At a reasonable 3 euros, a great way to spend an hour or so.

Art & culture

Shopping

Andrea

Roberts

Jun 11, 2025

Museo Lázaro Galdiano

Madrid, heir to art palace

"Museo Lázaro Galdiano" in Madrid comprises almost 5,000 pieces on display. Here you'll find well-known names and pieces. Free entrance for the last hour.

Art & culture

Andrea

Roberts

Jun 10, 2025

CentroCentro

Iconic landmark with hidden depths

CentroCentro may be Madrid’s city hall, but inside hides a vibrant cultural hub with exhibits, concerts, cafés, and a stunning view from its mirador!

Art & culture

Bars

Cinema

Coffee & tea

Music

Andrea

Roberts

Jun 9, 2025

Club Alma Sensai

Chic divine

"Club Alma Sensai" in Madrid is a private club for women but also open to a few good men. It is a concept in exclusive leisure, fun and elegance...

Art & culture

María José

Morr

Jun 3, 2025

La Casa Tomada

The best sandwich ever!

"La Casa Tomada" in Madrid is one of my favorite place to eat a great sandwich. The brothers who run are from Venezuela so you can find lots of specials...

Art & culture

Bars

Restaurants

Snacks

María José

Morr

Jun 3, 2025

Accidente Aereo

A fallen angel

"Accidente Aereo" is a bronze statue that's proof that when you're in Madrid you should never look down or you could miss great art pieces like this one...

Art & culture

Elena

Quintero

Jun 3, 2025

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Art & Culture in Madrid

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Art & culture

Beatriz

Catherine

You?

Andrea

María José

Cesar

Álvaro

Daniel

Elena

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Beatriz

Catherine

You?

Andrea

María José

Cesar

Álvaro

Daniel

Elena

Fundación Mapfre

An art jewel in Madrid

Andrea

Roberts

Museo Lázaro Galdiano

Madrid, heir to art palace

Andrea

Roberts

CentroCentro

Iconic landmark with hidden depths

Andrea

Roberts

Club Alma Sensai

Chic divine

María José

Morr

La Casa Tomada

The best sandwich ever!

María José

Morr

Accidente Aereo

A fallen angel

Elena

Quintero

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