New openings to get excited about in Madrid

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Madrid is not one to stand still so, rest assured, you'll never be bored here. Check out the new shops, hotels, restaurants and museums that have recently popped up across the city.

PLACES TO VISIT

A space dedicated to all styles of dance located in Matadero Madrid, next to Madrid Río.

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Discover the work of this prominent British urban artist at a brand new museum in the district of Arganzuela.

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Inside the emblematic Telefónica building, this unique space combines technology, entertainment and history, in the heart of Gran Vía.

The popular Plaza de los Cubos and its legendary underground passage have been transformed into an artistic space that promotes the work of several national and international urban artists and their vision of Madrid.

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An immersive experience designed to get your endorphins pumping, located in the heart of Madrid.

Contemporary art gallery specialising in Latin American art, in Carabanchel.

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Large bronze sculpture by Chinese artist Xu Hongfei located in Parque Norte - Carmen Tagle, in the neighbourhood of La Paz, in Fuencarral - El Pardo.

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A space that explores the potential of light as an artistic expression through a sensorial and immersive show, in La Latina.

One of the most iconic places in El Retiro Park has reopened after being closed to the public for almost two decades.

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The legendary Villa Rosa tablao is one of the oldest flamenco venues in the world, located in the heart of the Barrio de las Letras. Having been closed for two years, it is now changing its name and re-opening under the direction of flamenco dancer Antonio Canales.

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Elegant nightclub that revamps the essence of the Music Hall through 8 rooms in which cocktails, tapas and live music can be enjoyed on the Paseo de la Castellana.

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The legendary exclusive club is returning to Madrid’s night life scene, accompanied by the sophisticated Jimmy's restaurant, in the Barrio de Salamanca.

A trip to the underground clubs of the 1950s, with a full burlesque show and live music, next to the Plaza de Castilla.

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Inspired by clubs from the roaring 20s, this new venue hosts concerts, private events, and DJ sessions, next to Plaza de España.

First club launched in Spain by this leading international nightlife brand, located next to the Puerta del Sol.

New flamenco venue and restaurant located right by the Puerta de Alcalá and very close to El Retiro Park.

Located in the establishment that was home to the popular Café de Chinitas for years, this new flamenco house will bring the best flamenco and Spanish gastronomy to the centre of Madrid.

WHERE TO EAT

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Martín Berasategui and Iñaki Rodaballo have teamed up in this new bar/restaurant, serving a mix of traditional and Basque flavours, with affordable dishes designed to share, next to the Plaza de España.

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The fad-free market cuisine served at the latest restaurant run by Óscar Velasco and Montse Abellá in Chamartín has earned a Michelin Star in the 2025 edition of the guide.

The new restaurant of chef Javi Estévez (La Tasquería), located in Chamartín, is committed to traditional cuisine, where offal is also present.

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The Sandoval brothers are at the helm of the gastronomic proposal at the JW Marriott Madrid hotel, in Plaza de Canalejas.

 

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Distilling the essence of a traditional Spanish eatery, La Capa, located in the area of Carabanchel, offers good food and good service.

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The new chain of restaurants created by renowned chef Dabiz Muñoz brings his unique perspective on cuisine to Adolfo Suárez Airport.

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Rafa Zafra’s new restaurant at the NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding hotel invites you to enjoy traditional Spanish food that’s been given a modern twist.

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The latest project by the chef, Lucía Grávalos, on typical cuisine prepared using traditional techniques in Habsburg Madrid.

Discover the fusion of Asian and Mediterranean cuisine in tapas form at this restaurant in the Barrio de las Letras neighbourhood.

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Great food, delicious cocktails, and fabulous live shows provide an incredible experience at this impressive restaurant right by the Torre Picasso.

Restaurant with French roots serving timeless cuisine that is creative but with a strong sense of tradition, in the heart of Chamberí.

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Restaurant with a seventies and kitsch aesthetic where you can enjoy the best Italian cuisine, at the foot of the Picasso Tower.

A former 19th century convent in the Pardo district houses this Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, whose menu boasts the second best Russian salad in Madrid in 2023.

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The latest and mysterious project by Javier Bonet is located in the Salamanca neighbourhood, where he presents an innovative proposal featuring meat.

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Chef Paco Roncero is at the helm of this restaurant which offers sinners with different shows each night, along with food that combines tradition and innovation, in the Salamanca District.

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Asturian and Mexican cuisines merge in this restaurant in the Barrio de Salamanca neighbourhood.

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Chef Dani García is opening a Madrid branch of his exceptional Marbella restaurant, where you can enjoy the best Andalusian cuisine with the occasional nod to Madrid, in the Barrio de Salamanca.

Chefs Juan Alcaide and Pablo Álvaro run this Japanese fusion restaurant, which has been awarded two Repsol Suns, located right by Puerta del Sol.

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Immersive gastronomic experience in which you can discover the taste of colours, advised and coordinated by the award-winning chef Kiko Moya, in the Caleido Shopping Centre.

Original restaurant with Italian-gypsy influences where you can enjoy a fun and surprising culinary adventure in Malasaña.

Spain’s highest restaurant offers a menu that fuses tradition and creativity with views over Madrid’s skyline from the Emperador Tower.

WHERE TO STAY

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Ibis hotel just a short distance from the airport

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Cutting-edge designer boutique hotel in Lavapiés.

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A modern four-star hotel near Atocha station.

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Concept accommodation that combines the experience of a hostel with the quality of a high-end hotel.

 

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An artistic haven in the heart of the Barrio de las Letras neighbourhood.

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Four-star hotel with the only in-house conference centre in Madrid, located in the Valdebebas district.

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