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Matadero Madrid

ArchitectureDesignArtOpen until 9pmFreeLegazpi (Metro L3, L6)

Matadero Madrid is a centre for contemporary creation housed in the Neo-Mudejar pavilions of Madrid's old municipal slaughterhouse and cattle market, built 1911-1925 by architect Luis Bellido and repurposed after the abattoir closed in 1996. Reopened in 2006, its naves now host site-specific art installations, a design centre, a cinema archive, dance and music programming, and artist residencies, alongside vast riverside courtyards open to the public.

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Getting there

Plaza de Legazpi, 8, 28045 Madrid, Spain

Nearest station: Legazpi (Metro L3, L6), Legazpi (Cercanías)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue17:00–21:00
Wed17:00–21:00
Thu17:00–21:00
FriToday12:00–21:00
Sat12:00–21:00
Sun12:00–21:00

Admission

Free

Exhibitions and outdoor spaces are free entry (capacity permitting); some special ticketed events (e.g. the Nave 16 immersive shows) have separate paid admission.

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Visitor Information

Is Matadero Madrid free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Matadero Madrid is free. Exhibitions and outdoor spaces are free entry (capacity permitting); some special ticketed events (e.g. the Nave 16 immersive shows) have separate paid admission.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Matadero Madrid?
Matadero Madrid is open Exhibition space (Nave 0): Tue-Thu 17:00-21:00, Fri-Sun & public holidays 12:00-21:00, closed Mon. Outdoor courtyards open daily 09:00-22:00 (until midnight via Plaza de Legazpi only). Free entry, capacity permitting. Reduced hours 24 Dec (closes 18:00); closed 25 Dec.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Matadero Madrid?
Matadero Madrid is located at Plaza de Legazpi, 8, 28045 Madrid, Spain, in the Legazpi (Arganzuela) area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Legazpi (Metro L3, L6), Legazpi (Cercanías).
What can I see at Matadero Madrid?
A former municipal slaughterhouse turned free contemporary arts hub of installations, design and performance in Legazpi. Current highlights include Bailad, bailad, malditos (Carlos Aires), The Odyssey, the Immersive Journey, H U M I (Riccardo Giovinetto).
Do I need to book Matadero Madrid in advance?
Matadero Madrid is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Exhibitions and outdoor spaces are free entry (capacity permitting); some special ticketed events (e.g. the Nave 16 immersive shows) have separate paid admission.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Matadero Madrid?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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