Cinema & Arthouse in Madrid

Grab a drink and some popcorn and discover Madrid’s cinema scene for a perfect evening at the movies. Whether you're looking for the latest releases or contemporary films, our Spotters have discovered the best local theaters for every film lover. Step back to the ‘20s at Cine Doré or explore the unique Sala Equis, the oldest XXX theatre in Madrid. Explore these and many more local gems here, all handpicked by our Spotters.

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Sala Equis

A former XXX movie theater

"Sala Equis" used to be the oldest XXX cinema in Madrid. Now it's a multifunctional cultural space, a completely new concept of cinema...

Bars

Cinema

Music

Elena

Quintero

Jul 8, 2025

Autocine Madrid

Retro Cinematic Experience

"Autocine Madrid" is the largest drive-in cinema in Europe! My recommendation: grab a snack before the movie at any of the foodtrucks or at the diner.

Cinema

Restaurants

Snacks

Cesar

Gonzalez

Jul 7, 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

Cineteca de Madrid

A different kind of cinema

"Cineteca de Madrid" is an incredible movie theater inside the contemporary art center 'Matadero de Madrid'. Indie film and documentaries for 4€...

Cinema

Elena

Quintero

Jun 2, 2025

Artistic Metropol

A cinema for movie lovers

"Artistic Metropol" between Madrid's Puerta de Toledo and Embajadores, is a small, hidden cinema where I like to go for the variety of special screenings.

Cinema

Shopping

Elena

Quintero

Jun 2, 2025

Matadero Madrid

Historic and Contemporary

Once a slaughterhouse, Matadero Madrid is now a stunning hub for art, film, and design—grab a coffee and soak in the city’s creative spirit.

Art & culture

Cinema

Coffee & tea

Relaxing

Snacks

Catherine

Driver

May 21, 2025

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Cinema & Arthouse in Madrid

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

Our Locals' Favorite Cinema

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

Sala Equis

A former XXX movie theater

Elena

Quintero

Autocine Madrid

Retro Cinematic Experience

Cesar

Gonzalez

CentroCentro

Iconic landmark with hidden depths

Andrea

Roberts

Cineteca de Madrid

A different kind of cinema

Elena

Quintero

Artistic Metropol

A cinema for movie lovers

Elena

Quintero

Matadero Madrid

Historic and Contemporary

Catherine

Driver

Heading to Cinema?

... for just €9.99

Going to Cinema?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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