VISIT THE CERVANTES INSTITUTE IN MADRID

A prestigious cultural centre
Founded in 1991, the Cervantes Institute's mission is to disseminate Spanish and Hispanic cultures throughout the world. Its Madrid headquarters, on Calle de Alcalá, occupy an impressive building dating from the early 20th century, the former headquarters of the Central Bank.

Why visit?
In addition to its educational and cultural activities, the Madrid headquarters hosts exhibitions, conferences and artistic events. The building itself, with its monumental façade and refined interiors, is well worth a visit. There is also a library specialising in Spanish and Latin American literature.

A brief history and anecdotes
The institution is named after Miguel de Cervantes, author of the famous Don Quixote. Anecdote: the former bank's vault, still preserved in the basement, is now used as an exhibition hall, creating a unique contrast between banking heritage and contemporary art.

What can you do there?
- Admire the monumental façade on Calle de Alcalá
- Visit temporary exhibitions and cultural events
- Discover the library's wealth of Hispanic literature
- Attend lectures and screenings organised by the institute
- Combine the visit with a stroll along the nearby Gran Vía

Where is it?
📍 Calle de Alcalá, 49, 28014 Madrid, Spain
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Practical advice
- Free admission for most exhibitions
- Accessible by metro (Banco de España, Sevilla stations)
- Check the cultural programme before your visit
- Ideal to combine with a visit to the Gran Vía and Plaza de Cibeles

To discover around
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Gran Vía
- Calle de Alcalá (Metropolis building)
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

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