DISCOVER THE LAS LETRAS DISTRICT

A district steeped in history and culture
Located between Puerta del Sol and Paseo del Prado, the district of Las Letras (or Barrio de las Letras) owes its name to the illustrious writers who lived there, such as Cervantes, Lope de Vega and Quevedo. Today, its cobbled streets retain a historic atmosphere while hosting a lively cultural and gastronomic scene.

Why visit?
Las Letras is the ideal place to stroll around Madrid. Its pedestrianised streets, facades decorated with poetic verses embedded in the cobblestones and numerous terraces make it a charming and lively place. The district is full of bookshops, art galleries, theatres and restaurants that recall its literary heritage.

A brief history and anecdotes
In the 17th century, the district was the intellectual and artistic heart of Madrid, frequented by the greatest writers of the Golden Age. Fun fact: Lope de Vega's house, on Calle Cervantes, is now a museum that recreates the world of this prolific playwright.

What can you do there?
- Reading the verses of Cervantes and Quevedo engraved in the cobblestones of the streets
- Visit the House-Museum of Lope de Vega
- Stroll along Calle Huertas and its lively terraces
- Explore independent art galleries and bookshops
- Take advantage of its proximity to the "Golden Triangle of Art" (Prado, Thyssen, Reina Sofía)

Where is it?
📍 Barrio de las Letras, Madrid, Spain
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Practical advice
- Accessible on foot from the Puerta del Sol or the Prado
- Ideal at the end of the day to enjoy the atmosphere of the terraces
- Perfect for fans of Spanish literature and culture
- Allow time to explore its picturesque streets and small squares

To discover around
- Lope de Vega House Museum
- Plaza de Santa Ana
- Teatro Español
- Paseo del Prado and its museums

Audioguide
🎧 Listen to our immersive description of the Las Letras neighbourhood on History Guide City Madrid !
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