Teatro Real, Madrid

Name: Teatro Real
Address: Plaza de Isabel II, 0, Madrid, 28013, Spain
Telephone: +34 902 24 48 48

#82 among attractions in Madrid

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Facts and practical information

Teatro Real or simply El Real, as it is known colloquially, is a major opera house located in Madrid. Founded in 1818 and inaugurated on 19 November 1850, it closed in 1925 and reopened in 1966. Beginning in 1988 it underwent major refurbishing and renovation works and finally reopened in 1997 with a capacity of 1,746 seats. Today the Teatro Real opera is one of the great theaters of Europe hosting large productions involving leading international figures in opera singing, musical direction, stage direction and dance. The theater offers visitors guided tours in several languages, including the auditorium, stage, workshops and rehearsal rooms. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1818 (206 years ago)Rebuilt: 1991Coordinates: 40°25'6"N, 3°42'37"W

Address

Plaza de Isabel II, 0Centro Madrid (Palacio)Madrid 28013 Spain

Contact

+34 902 24 48 48

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Day trips

Teatro Real – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Teatro Real open?

Teatro Real is open:

Monday 9 am - 11:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 11:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 11:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 11:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 11:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 11:30 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Teatro Real?

Nearby attractions include Fountain of the Pear Tree Canals, Madrid (2 min walk), Felipe IV, Madrid (3 min walk), Plaza de Oriente, Madrid (3 min walk), Royal Monastery of La Encarnación, Madrid (4 min walk).

How to get to Teatro Real by public transport?

The nearest stations to Teatro Real:

Metro

Ópera • Lines: L2, L5, R (2 min walk)
Santo Domingo • Lines: L2 (7 min walk)

Bus

San Bernardo - Pza. Sto. Domingo • Lines: 44 (6 min walk)
Jacometrezo - Pza. Sto. Domingo • Lines: 146, 147, 148, 75 (6 min walk)

Train

Sol (11 min walk)
Príncipe Pío (13 min walk)