About Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas

Bullfighting, a sport unique to Spain, has at its heart at the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas. One of the largest fighting stadiums, which can house up to 23,000 people at a time, is definitely one of the best places to visit in Madrid. Not only does it offer traditional bullfighting tournaments, but it also hosts flamenco dance shows, other sporting events like tennis, and music concerts. 

The place is believed to be the home of bullfighting not only in Spain but globally. It is the best place to witness the sport and also delve into the history of Madrid and its love for various sports.  Between May and June is the best time to be here in Madrid for bullfighting as the most famous bullfight festival commences here. Even though it is the third-largest bullfighting ring in the world its fame is still remarkable. The place is definitely a testimony to bullfighting as a daring sport for real heroes.

Must See

  • Puerta Grande (big gate) also called the main gate, representing the area from which the bull enters the arena
  • Royal Box decorated lavishly
  • The clock on the roof of the stadium

How to reach

By Subway:

Line 2 Subway. It takes 11 minutes and costs 1.32 to 1.68 Euros

By Line 146 Bus:

It takes 17 minutes and costs 1.44 to 2.16 Euros

By taxi:

It takes 7 minutes and costs 9.01 to 10.81 Euros

By Uber:

It takes 7 minutes and costs 7.81 to 9.01 Euros

 By Walk:

It takes 56 minutes



Tips

  • The seats are made of concrete and it is advisable to buy or bring along seat cushions
  • The seats can be booked in the shade or in the sun, depending on the weather, tourists can book seats according to their preference
  • An audio tour is available
  • Photography is allowed
  • Children need to be accompanied at all times
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Actual fights occur every Sunday
  • Sitting in the front row might be expensive

Visit Time

Sunday:        10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Monday:        10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday:       10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday:  10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Thursday:      10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday:           10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday:       10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Waiting Time

10 to 15 minutes

 

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Entrance Fee

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Las Ventas: Bullring Tour + Audio Guide:              14.90 Euros

Las Ventas: Bullring Tour + Flamenco Show:        64 Euros

Las Ventas Bullring Entrance Ticket and 

Bullfighting Museum of Madrid Audio Tour:           14.90 Euros

 

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds 34.97°C

 

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