Rooftop of the Círculo de Bellas Artes (Madrid): how to get there, opening hours, prices

Si vas a visit madrid, you should know that there are not too many places in the city center from where you can have good panoramic views of Madrid from above.

And in recent times they have been opening new terraces in central buildings from the capital, although, in general, only accessible in summer.

The best and most visited site in the Madrid center is rooftop terrace of the Círculo de Bellas Artes, enclave that is still not sufficiently well known by the people of Madrid themselves, and that has reopened after the covid19 health crisis.

Viewing terraces in Madrid

But there are also other places, such as in the nearby Plaza de Cibeles, where you have the also recommended viewing terrace of the Cibeles Palace.

Or the Moncloa Lighthouse viewpoint, which without a doubt, due to its location and height, offers the best panoramic views of the entire city and its surroundings.

Also terraces of some Madrid hotels where bars have been opened with free access for the public without it being necessary to stay in the hotel.

This is, for example, the case of Hotel Riu Plaza de España, the Emperor Hotel in the Gran Vía, the ME Madrid Queen Victoria in the Santa Ana Square or H10 Puerta de Alcala in the Alcala street.

And also some skyscraper terraces They are open to the public under certain circumstances, such as during the architecture week which is celebrated every year in the month of October.

Within the framework of said cultural event in the past I have had the opportunity to go up, for example, to the Picasso Tower and the Sacyr Tower,

How to get up to the rooftop terrace of the Círculo Bellas Artes and what to see there (our experience)

Located in a prominent location in the city center, at the confluence of the Alcala Street with the Gran Vía, the Circle of Fine Arts It allows you to enjoy beautiful panoramic views of this central area of ​​Madrid.

Specifically you will have views of itself Gran Vía, with the building Metropolis in the foreground, of the square and palace decibels and the Alcala street.

You can also see the Buenos Aires with the highest skyscraper on Paseo de la Castellana.

In the foreground you have the Columbus Towers, the buildings of the Gran Vía, among which stands out the Telefónica, and on the opposite side, the museums of the leafy Paseo del Prado and Jerónimos church.

Rooftop cocktail bar Círculo Bellas Artes

Furthermore, after the opening of a restaurant with a cocktail bar, circle roof It has become one of the busiest places on Madrid summer nights.

There is no doubt the appeal of being able to sit and have a snack while enjoying the views of Madrid.

Roof Cinema on the Círculo Bellas Artes rooftop

In addition, during the summer you can also enjoy the roof cinema from the roof, with a film program of great cinema classics that can be heard through a wireless headphone system.

This sound system that protects the neighbors from possible disturbances also allows you to listen to the music of the neighbors. DJ's guests during summer nights.

Rooftop visit schedules Círculo Bellas Artes

The schedules for the rooftop terrace of the Círculo de Bellas Artes They vary depending on the time of year.

But, in general, the hours from Monday to Thursday and Sunday are from 10 in the morning to 1 in the morning, and on Fridays, Saturdays and the eve of holidays, from 10 in the morning to 2:XNUMX in the morning.

In the summer, the hours are usually extended, so we recommend prior to your visit check the updated schedule, which you can also do by calling 91 389 25 00.

Ticket prices for the Rooftop of the Círculo Bellas Artes

The ticket prices to go up to the roof They are 6 euros, the general one, and 5 euros with the Youth Card, although it does not guarantee space in the bar and cafeteria area.

These ticket prices do not include access to the exhibition halls of the Círculo de Bellas ArtesIf you want to visit them, the price, along with access to the Terrace, is 7 euros.

Tickets must be purchased at the counter in the building's lobby.