La Carmen, Madrid

Name: La Carmen
Address: Plaza del Carmen, 5, Madrid, Spain

#284 among attractions in Madrid

Baroque architecture, Church

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Facts and practical information

The Church of el Carmen is a church located in Madrid, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1983. It was formerly part of the Convento del Carmen Calzado complex. ()

Local name: Iglesia del Carmen Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 40°25'8"N, 3°42'11"W

Address

Plaza del Carmen, 5Centro Madrid (Sol)Madrid Spain

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Day trips

La Carmen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gran Vía, Puerta del Sol, Calle de Fuencarral, Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree.

~400 ftNW
Famed street for shopping and dining
Gran Vía, Madrid
2 min walk • Gran Vía, often referred to as the Spanish Broadway, is one of the most iconic streets in Madrid, Spain. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and architectural grandeur, this bustling shopping district stretches through the heart of the city and has been Madrid's...
~730 ftS
City gate, Square
Puerta del Sol, Madrid
4 min walk • Nestled at the very heart of Madrid, Puerta del Sol serves as the pulsating center of the Spanish capital. Historically a city gate, this famed public square is steeped in history and brimming with the vibrant energy of contemporary urban life.
~1160 ftNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Calle de Fuencarral, Madrid
6 min walk • Calle de Fuencarral is a vibrant shopping district located in the cosmopolitan city of Madrid, Spain. This bustling thoroughfare is a paradise for shoppers, offering an eclectic mix of traditional boutiques, international brands, and avant-garde fashion stores.
~740 ftS
Monuments and statues
Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, Madrid
4 min walk • In the heart of Madrid, the Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree stands as an emblematic symbol of the city. Crafted by the renowned sculptor Antonio Navarro Santafé, this charming sculpture captures the attention of both locals and tourists alike.
~840 ftSE
Nightlife, Gambling, Social club
Casino de Madrid, Madrid
5 min walk • The Casino de Madrid is currently located in Madrid, Spain on number 15 Calle de Alcalá. It was born as a social club in 1836, outside of politics and with the intention of being a place where its members could congregate in peace. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1993.
~650 ftNE
Museum
Telefónica Building, Madrid
4 min walk • The Telefónica Building, in Spanish Edificio Telefónica, is a skyscraper in Madrid, Spain. It is located in Gran Via 28. At the time of construction it was the tallest European skyscraper with 89 m of roof height, until in 1940, when the Terrazza Martini Tower opened in Genoa.
~870 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Mariblanca, Madrid
5 min walk • The statues known as Mariblanca are female figures of uncertain origin which may relate to the fertility goddesses Venus or Fortuna. The name, which is common in Spanish relates to a statue which was purchased in the year 1625 by a Florentine merchant Ludovico Turchi as a gift to crown the lost Fountain of Faith in Madrid.
~780 ftSE
Fine art museum in 18th-century palace
Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, Madrid
4 min walk • The Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, located on the Calle de Alcalá in the heart of Madrid, currently functions as a museum and gallery.
~820 ftW
Square, Bookshop, Cafe
Callao Square, Madrid
4 min walk • The Callao Square is located at the centre of the Spanish capital of Madrid.
~960 ftW
16th-century monastery with artworks
Convent of Las Descalzas Reales, Madrid
5 min walk • The Convent of Las Descalzas Reales is a royal monastery situated in Madrid, Spain, administered by the Patrimonio Nacional.
~1320 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
San Ginés, Madrid
7 min walk • The church of San Ginés in Madrid, is one of the oldest churches in that city. It is situated on the Calle Arenal. References to it appear in documents dating from the ninth century. Originally built in Mudéjar style, it was rebuilt in 1645.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to La Carmen?

Nearby attractions include Muñoz Seca Theater, Madrid (2 min walk), Oratory of the Caballero de Gracia, Madrid (2 min walk), Calle de la Montera, Madrid (2 min walk), Gran Vía, Madrid (2 min walk).

How to get to La Carmen by public transport?

The nearest stations to La Carmen:

Bus

Gran Vía - Salud • Lines: 1, 146, 2, 46, 74, N18, N19, N20, N21 (2 min walk)
Gran Vía - Montera • Lines: 002 (3 min walk)

Train

Sol (3 min walk)
Recoletos (17 min walk)

Metro

Gran Vía • Lines: L1, L5 (3 min walk)
Sol • Lines: L1, L2, L3 (4 min walk)