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The regional and central governments have taken different measures in relation to the evolution of the coronavirus (COVID-19). For this reason, from here we would like to help you to deal in a kinder way the situation in which we are.
On 25 February, the exhibition 'Gran Sur: arte contemporáneo chileno en la Colección Engel' opened at Sala Alcalá 31. For the first time in our country, it allows us to see the largest display of works by Chilean artists from the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Now you can also do it virtually, would you like to join us?
Buitrago del Lozoya hosts the 'Museo Picasso - Colección Eugenio Arias', a gallery that was created thanks to the close friendship between the artist Pablo Ruiz Picasso and his barber, Eugenio Arias, and whose collection is mainly made up of the works that the artist gave to his friend. Now you have the opportunity to explore the museum virtually. Don't miss it!
The Canal de Isabel II Hall of the Region of Madrid is hosting the exhibition 'David Delfín' until 10 May, which pays tribute to the career of the charismatic designer from Malaga, claiming his transgressor nature, and today we suggest you take t explore in a virtual way.
If you still don't know the Cerralbo Museum, we invite you to take a virtual visit, to discover what the aristocratic residences of the late 19th century were like. Photos, videos and a 360º virtual visit will give a good account of the beauty of this house-museum, which houses several works of art and archaeological objects.
In the heart of the Barrio de las Letras is the House Museum of one of the most important poets and playwrights of the Spanish Golden Age: Lope de Vega. Discover how are the rooms of the house in which the writer lived the last 25 years of his life, through the video that you will find in his website. Will you join us?
We are going, virtually speaking, to the town of Alcalá de Henares in Madrid, since the Cervantes Birthplace Museum, one of our most universal writers, is located there. Discover without leaving home, how was the house that saw the birth of the creator of Don Quixote de la Mancha.
Now it's possible to explore virtually the natural spaces of the Sierra de Guadarrama without leaving home, thanks to an innovative project to digitize tourist routes that shows the beauty of our Region. Discover with us the 15 routes mapped with Street View Trekker. Let's get started!
The Museum of Romanticism opens its doors virtually to discover what the society of the 19th century was like, and more specifically the current of Romanticism. Through various videos, you will walk through its rooms, which give a good account of the richness of its objects.
The Madrid town of Alcobendas has been hosting the National Museum of Science and Technology since 2014. It's a proposal that combines the museum of collections with the dissemination of science and technology. Although it has not been possible to access the museum since 12 March, you can take a virtual tour. Don't miss it!
Would you imagine explore the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum at any time and without leaving home? Now it is possible thanks to the '#Thyssenmultimedia' visits, with which you can see its permanent exhibition, some of the most important temporary exhibitions at your own pace, and if you have Virtual-Reality (VR) glasses, enjoy a truly immersive experience. Discover it with us!
The Museo del Traje was created with the aim of showing the historical evolution of clothing in Spain from the 18th century to the haute couture of today. Since last March 2nd it cannot be visited due to the different restoration and improvement works that are being carried out, but you have the possibility to do it virtually, would you like to do it?
It is not always possible to access the different museums in the region, so from here we propose you to get to know the Sorolla Museum in an easy and intuitive way, thanks to its 360º virtual visit, which will allow you to go through the different rooms of the Joaquín Sorolla and Bastida house-museum without leaving home. Below we reveal how!
In the known as Art Walk, is one of the most important and visited museums in the world, we are talking about the Prado Museum. Through its website, it is possible to access on-line to a large part of its collection and obtain complementary information easily and comfortably, and what better time to do it than now. Will you join us?
Exploring the halls of the National Museum of Natural Sciences has never been easier. You are just one click away from accessing one of the oldest museums in Europe, which will undoubtedly delight both children and adults. If you have a computer or a mobile device, let yourself be carried away by the different rooms and discover the history of science in our country.
Discover history from another point of view thanks to the virtual tours offered by the MAN National Archaeological Museum. Move around the different rooms, and let yourself be surprised by the different tours full of archaeological knowledge and information. Here we go!
The spring is about to arrive, and surely the lovers of outdoor activities look forward to go hiking and discover new routes. For them, this is the circular route through the Sierra de los Porrones, where they can enjoy unique landscapes of Mediterranean vegetation in the heart of the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park. Here we go!
If you have not yet witnessed the 'Changing of the guard and Solemn Changing', we encourage you to enjoy this show, before the summer break. The Royal Guard, with the aim of recovering the traditions of the Troops of the Royal House, gives us the opportunity to see this parade, which is accompanied by the Music Unit. Below we reveal you all the details...
All the mysticism surrounding the world of vampires, which has been collected throughout filmography and literature, is now presented in this exhibition at the Caixa Forum exhibition hall, from 14 February to 7 June. The magic and illusion, captured in the customs and relationships of the vampire, are reflected as never seen before through the different artistic expressions.
If there is one town in the Region of Madrid that is worth visiting because of its location, cultural heritage and landscape, it is Rascafría. It's a town that is the gateway to the Valle del Lozoya, at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama. This week, we propose you this simple urban route, following the course of the Artiñuelo River that crossing the town, with little difficulty, will make you enjoy the nature and the heritage.
This is a unique space, born from the innovative idea of a group of artists, which has been consolidated since its birth as a reference place in avant-garde sculpture. The Museum of Open Air Sculptures in Leganés is waiting for you with extensive opening hours and for all audiences.
There are many reasons to visit the Zarzuela Hippodrome, without doubt, there is no better place for racing lovers, but in addition, with the start of the season last weekend, you will be able to see its complete agenda full of attractive leisure proposals, guided visits, a museum, activities for children and first-class cuisine. A day at the races has never been so much fun, are you going to miss it?
In the Sierra Norte and more specifically at the foot of the Sierra de La Cabrera, is located this municipality of the same name to which we go this week to learn about its important cultural legacy and the attractiveness of its environment, with the possibility of exploring the area through its routes. Are you ready?
Today, many people choose their tourist destination in places that have been used as improvised movie sets. The Region of Madrid is home to more than thirty municipalities that are divided into four routes, inviting us to explore where important western productions were made. We invite you to discover it with us!
Madrid has it all (or nearly all): history, culture, sports and a city like this cannot let visitors leave without knowing our cultural richness and variety, as far as museums are concerned, but this time, we do not mean the most famous located in the 'Paseo del Arte', but some other lesser known but important and curiosities that will not leave you indifferent.
Less than an hour from the capital is located Gargantilla del Lozoya, a municipality that is fundamentally characterized by the beauty of its landscapes, its history, its culture, and why not, its gastronomy. We are going there this week, taking advantage of the fact that last year the remains of the chapel of Santiago were declared an Asset of Cultural Interest (BIC). Join us!
On February 22nd, a new season of the 'Tren de Felipe II' will begin, a tourist train, with which you will travel across time, while getting to know the cultural heritage of San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Through the existing travel packs, you will have access to different guided visits. Choose yours!
The town of Alcorcón in Madrid has many attractions that make it the perfect destination to continue exploring our region, but this time we went there to see a very special museum, the 'Museum of Contemporary Art in Glass', which is located in a historic building, the 'Castillo Grande de San José de Valderas'. Let's get started!
In the Region of Madrid, we have undertaken to show you the region by proposing a different leisure plan every week. On this occasion the idea is to get to know eleven towns, which form part of a new initiative that was unveiled at the last edition of Fitur, and which, under the name of 'Villas Floridas' (flowering towns), seeks to enhance its unique beauty. Do you want to know more? Stay with us!
Located in the valley of the Tajuña River, a few kilometres from the capital, is located this beautiful town, whose Plaza Mayor is the cover of the official guide to 'Los Pueblos Más Bonitos de España 2020 ('The Most Beautiful Villages of Spain 2020), and which we encourage you to visit if you have not already done so, to learn about its history, culture, gastronomy and much more. Are you coming?
Madrid is culture. The city boasts some of the most important museums around the world. If you are an art lover, do not miss this tour around five lesser-known yet impressive museums, worth visiting not only for their collections, but also for the beautiful buildings that house them. One more way of sightseeing without leaving the city!
Located in the well-known Plaza de Cibeles is the Linares Palace, an exquisite building, built thanks to the Marquises of Linares and that since 1992 has recovered its activity hosting the headquarters Casa de América. Now you have the opportunity to learn more about its history through guided visits, and all its secrets through dramatized visits. Are you going to miss it?
The largest private art collection in Spain opens its doors to the public. Since last September, it is possible to visit the Liria Palace, one of the most important buildings in the city, which belongs to the Casa de Alba. Currently the residence of the XIX Duke of Alba, we encourage you to discover its rooms and works of great value in a unique tour, in the heart of the capital.
Throughout the year, Madrid will pay homage to the universal writer born in Canarias, Benito Pérez Galdós, who lived in the capital for most of his life. Through his works, we can travel to that time and get to know another Madrid, a unique experience, which will be materialized during the next months through different cultural activities. Discover them with us!
The Sierra de Guadarrama was one of the most active and stable fronts during the Civil War. That is why, from 1937 to 1939, numerous bunkers were built along it, being the ones located in Los Molinos one of the best preserved. We encourage you to visit 10 of them, on a route in the middle of nature, which combines outdoor activities with history. Put on your boots and come to Los Molinos.
This week we propose you a visit to the Museum of the Real Coliseo Carlos III, in San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1995, it is the oldest covered theatre museum in Spain that still exists, a unique building in which a great artistic and musical life takes place. A cultural day in a space, located in a city declared a World Heritage Site, that you cannot miss.
Surely you know the Sierra de Guadarrama, or maybe you don't. If you do not know it, below you will find a route, which will allow you to know a unique corner in each of the 13 villages that are part of the route. If you know it, we are sure you will be surprised. This route, which was chosen as the Route of the Year 2018 by users of the Turinea portal, will allow you to discover not only the natural value of the area, but also archaeological sites, museums, castles or simply the charm of the mountain villages.
Until May 31st don't miss 'Game On. The History of the Videogame 1972-2020', the largest international exhibition on the history and culture of the videogame, which, thanks to the Fundación Canal de Isabel II, invites you to travel through six decades of history. A spectacular exhibition project in a unique space, which you should not miss!
Last October, began a new season of 'El Real Junior', a cultural programme that aims to bring the best stories to family and children's audiences, combining well-known titles with new proposals. The event will take place at the 'Teatro Real' until June. Don't miss it!
The Madrid town of Manzanares El Real host the emblematic castle of the Mendoza family, one of the best preserved in the region. With the aim of making its history better known, don't miss the different activities on offer until June, which include themed visits, theatre performances and family workshops. We are waiting for you!
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