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    Essential Flamenco

    4.5 (28 reviews)
    Open 12:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Flamenco

    Wonderful flamenco performance. Loved the brief introduction about the history of the dance form and the fact that they didn't serve food during the show. Complimentary beer, wine and sangria before the show was a nice touch. Dancers were amazing and there was also an instrumental performance. Definitely recommend this place for those who want to see flamenco for the first time.

    Bailaora dancing.
    Betty C.

    This was an experience! The big disappointment was that we requested a glass of wine and got Sangria. Yes, we know you didn't give us what we asked for. After that, nothing was disappointing! They went through the history on Flamenco dancing which was very interesting. There were two Bailaoras and one Bailaor, 2 guitarists, one drummer, and one cantaor. They were each amazing. The show was only an hour long but very entertaining.

    Mike A.

    Great show, but the venue is extremely small. I was on the front row on the edge and had a terrible view. Anybody not sitting in the middle won't have a good view. I was very interested in seeing the guitarist but I could only see the back of his guitar unfortunately. The performers were all amazing though!

    There is a comfortable waiting area while waiting for the show
    Robyn P.

    Amazing! We enjoyed everything about this Flamenco Show. After experiencing Flamenco Dancing for the first time in Valencia, Spain, we decided to try a show here in Madrid. This venue is very intimate with "No bad seats". The musicians and dancers were very talented and the show was so very entertaining. Everyone at the show was friendly and welcoming. It was an enchanting evening to be sure! If you are in Madrid, check out this show!

    Violinist
    Christine L.

    Best intimate flamenco show with only three rows of seats and also in domed brick cellar. We bought tickets in person because website wouldn't accept my card. Near Sol subway. Yummy sangria. So close, I could just feel the warmth onstage. Good value. Highly recommended!

    Inside the building.
    Sajani P.

    They do not offer food. Our ticket was purchased and we received a complementary drink (they offer sangria, beer or refreshments). The performers were great. However, the show is underwhelming for an an hour only.

    Holly K.

    The BEST, most authentic Flamenco show you will ever see!!!! Located in a cellar underground, this show encompasses all the aspects of traditional Flamenco-cante (singing), toque (guitar playing), baile (dance), jaleo (vocalizations and chorus clapping), palmas (handclapping) and pitos (finger snapping). The dances, the vocals, and the music were truly mesmerizing. The outfits were beautiful and both dancers (male and female) were truly on point with every beat of the music. Really small and intimate audience (only 2 rows) so you'll have a great seat anywhere "in the house"!! I would recommend this show to anyone- REALLY fun (and entertaining) night!!

    Vidya P.

    Oh. My. Word. What a welcome to Spain. We had booked tickets for Essential Flamenco our first night in Spain and it did not disappoint!!! I was literally moved to tears with how much passion there was - from the musicians to the dancers - and I cannot say enough good things about this performance. Every aspect of the show was well rehearsed. The musicians were incredibly talented and everyone complemented each other so well! It is an incredibly cozy and intimate atmosphere, with a small stage and only two to three rows of seats. The audience is so close to the stage, it feels as though you're a part of the performance! The experience truly moved me and my soul. Would highly recommend!!!

    Millie R.

    Stellar flamenco experience in its most authentic form. This was a very intimate experience with acoustics of natural form since, it is performed in a 100+year old cellar where flamenco was traditionally showcased. If you want to take in a powerful exhibition of dance and music if find yourself in Madrid stop on in. Immigration comfort space, in a cellar. About the $35 for performance and includes a free drink. Try the sangria it is very good. Numerous places in the area to have dinner before or after. Absolutely wonderful performance!!!!

    Angela W.

    Great experience very intimate setting in a basement. The street it is on has a good place for tapas and is a popular area. I puchased my ticket on their website and it included a cocktail. The musicians and dancers were superb, read their bios and wow what talent. Truly a must see when in Madrid. They let you video and take pictures.

    W H.

    It was a very nice and cosy atmosphere in an underground cellar, to me it felt a bit touristy because there was a lot ppl, over 50 ppl a bit cramp. S The performance was passionate & strong from all the performers. A good introduction to flamenco near Puerta del Sol. Tickets we bought on the night included a drink each.

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    I had a wonderful experience in Madrid watching this flamenco show in an underground area near the square.

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    Palacio Real de Madrid - Just enough space for a king and a few of his closest buddies??? Taken 6/21/2024

    Palacio Real de Madrid

    4.4(237 reviews)
    1.0 kmPalacio

    If you are visiting Madrid, the Royal Palace is an absolute must-see. It is an amazing space that…read morefeels less like a museum and more like a living testament to Spanish grandeur. The palace is very interesting and full of history, sitting on the site of an old 9th-century fortress and reborn in the 18th century after a massive fire.  The scale of the building is almost hard to wrap your head around. It actually has 3,400 rooms (3,418 to be exact!), making it the largest royal palace in Western Europe. Thankfully, the visitor route is easy to follow, and we made it through about 35 rooms, which was just enough to see the highlights without feeling completely overwhelmed. Each room is more jaw-dropping than the last--from the velvet-draped Throne Room to the stunning frescoes on the ceilings.  I highly recommend visiting with a tour guide. Not only do they provide the context that brings the tapestries and armor to life, but it's the best way to avoid the long lines that wrap around the Plaza de la Armería. Having a pro lead the way made the entrance seamless and ensured we didn't miss the "hidden" stories behind the Royal Pharmacy and the Grand Staircase. Whether you are a history buff or just want to see some of the most beautiful interiors in the world, don't skip this. It was easily the highlight of our time in the city!

    We had pre booked our tickets online for the first entry of the day. We got there before hand and…read morelined up in the pre booked line. They ended up opening the doors an hour after the website said, and because that was after our reservation they wouldn't honor our tickets. They said we had to buy new ones and request a refund for the tickets we had purchased already. Now two weeks later and I have yet to hear back from their team regarding my request. The visit was cool and it's a really great experience. Just be careful with your reservation, I'd recommend a few hours into their opening time to be safe.

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    Casa Patas

    4.4(76 reviews)
    0.3 kmTirso de Molina
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    Flamenco time! Tell…read moreme it's a tourist thing to do, but entertaining and cultural nonetheless! I feel like the sounds of the tapping of the shoes, dancing and movement, expresses the self-interpreted story. I had an enjoyable show experience here! I'm sure you will too!

    This place is legit! I am a long time flamenco student and my teacher recommended this place as it…read moreis one of the most highly regarded tablaos in Madrid. Came here for the 10:30pm flamenco show, having reserved online a few days in advance. 40 euros gets you in to the show and includes 1 drink. It may seem a bit pricey (there are cheaper options in the city for sure), but it is 100% worth it if you want to see authentic flamenco in an intimate space. The seating area is not huge, but best of all, seats are kind of on an angle. So even if you are near the back, you can see the footwork. This is really great, because so many flamenco tablaos I went to in Andalucia were really cramped and basically if you are not in the front few tables, you cannot see any of the dancers' feet. Anyways, the calendar on the website will tell you who is dancing and who is performing on guitar and cante (singing). They get a lot of excellent artists here. The performance had one intermission and went until ~midnight. The dining area is at the front and the stage and performance space are in a smaller separate room in the back. Servers bring the drinks to you so you don't have to get up to go to the bar. Like many places in Spain, once you sit down you get a little bowl of nibbles, such as nuts. Overall, an incredible and moving experience with top notch performers. Plus, the location is very central, just a few blocks from Puerta del Sol. Because of the location perhaps, there will be a fair number of foreigners in the audience, but rest assured that what you are seeing here is the real deal.

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