Timeline
10:00
Start at the Cuartel del Conde-Duque. The box office opens at 10:00, making it the perfect quiet time to check the schedule or buy a ticket for an evening performance. The exhibits are also open from 10:00 to 14:00 on weekdays, allowing for a brief, unhurried look at the contemporary art on display.
10:45
Walk 12 minutes to Tapería de Malasaña for lunch. This is a great place for a 'Menu del dia' featuring Cocido Madrileño and house wine. The atmosphere is lively with a lunch room out the back, and it is open from 08:00 to 02:00, so you will find no trouble getting a table.
11:30
Head 12 minutes away to Café Comercial. As the oldest cafe in Madrid, it offers a slice of history. The traditional downstairs area is a peaceful spot to linger with a coffee or drink, far from the modern internet cafe upstairs. It is open from 08:30, so it is fully operational for your afternoon visit.
Local tip
The Cuartel del Conde-Duque exhibits are open until 14:00 on weekdays, so starting early ensures you can see the art before the lunch rush at nearby eateries.
Check before you go
- Cuartel del Conde-Duque box office opens at 10:00 on weekdays.
- Tapería de Malasaña is open from 08:00 to 02:00 daily.
- Café Comercial is open from 08:30 on weekdays.
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