Is Bullfighting Popular in Madrid?
Yes. Madrid and Andalusia are the dual epicenters of bullfighting in Spain. Madrid is one of the best places to see a bullfight in Spain - it attracts less tourists and more real aficionados then some of the bullfights in Andalusia.
Where is the Bullring in Madrid?
There are two bullrings in Madrid - Vista Alegre and Las Ventas. Las Ventas, with a capacity of 20,000 is the more important of the two and is where the majority of the fights take place. It is also more central than Vista Alegre, which is used more now as a concert and sports venue. Find Plaza de Toros Las Ventas on c/Arenal (no 237), metro: Ventas.
When are the Bullfights in Madrid?
Bullfights are every Sunday at 7pm from mid-May (during the San Isidro festival) until October.
Where Can I buy Tickets to See a Bullfight in Madrid?
The easiest place to book is online (this website also sells tickets for Seville, Valencia and Malaga bullfights). Alternatively, tickets go on sale on the Friday or Saturday before the event at the bullring (10am-2pm and 5-8pm) or on the Sunday (10am-7pm). Tickets rarely sell out, so you shouldn't have a problem even if you turn up on the door without a ticket.
Other Ticket Offices
- La Taurina. Pasaje Matheu. Tel: 91 522 9216
- Galicia. Plaza del Carmen, 1. Tel: 91 531 27 32
- Plaza de Las Ventas. Alcalà, 237. Tel: 91 356 22 00
- Teyci. Goya, 7. Pasaje Comercial Carlos III. Tel: 91 576 45 32
- Localid. Parking Pza. de Santo Domingo. Tel: 91 559 50 28
- El Corte Inglés. Tel: 902 400 222
Other Things You Should Know About Bullfighting in Madrid
For three weeks in late May and early June is the Festival de San Isidro, where there are fights on every day. Some of the best fighters will be in town at this time, so think about booking ahead for these bullfights.
