
Duration
1 hour
Best Time
Morning
Price
€
Walking
Minimal walking
Cultural institution dedicated to Arab and Islamic world in a beautifully restored 19th-century palace with an Andalusian courtyard. Houses rotating exhibitions on contemporary Arab culture, Islamic art, and photography. The building features a traditional tiled patio and reading room.
Entry is free to exhibitions and the gorgeous interior courtyard, and they host free concerts and film screenings on select evenings throughout the year.
Address
C. Alcalá, 62, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid, Spain
Neighborhood
Retiro & JeronimosNearest Metro
Skip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Plan for about 1 hour. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Casa Árabe is in the Retiro & Jeronimos neighborhood of Madrid. The address is C. Alcalá, 62, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid, Spain. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.