Timeline
08:05
Find a quiet spot near the main courtyard of Matadero Madrid before the doors open fully. The early morning light hits the red brick façade beautifully.
08:35
Watch the sun rise. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW, but the early morning light provides a soft, golden glow on the historic buildings.
09:20
Walk ten minutes to Bite Me Café for a warm café con leche and a pastry. It is open from 09:00 on weekdays, perfect for a post-sunrise break.
10:05
Return to Matadero Madrid to explore the exhibition spaces and studios now that the morning rush has settled.
Local tip
Matadero Madrid is usually open from 16:00 on weekdays, but the exterior and courtyard areas are accessible earlier. Check the route if you are coming from central Madrid.
Check before you go
- Bite Me Café is open Mo-Fr 09:00-20:30. On weekends it opens at 10:00, so adjust your timing if visiting on a Saturday or Sunday.
Worth knowing
- Bite Me Café is open at 09:20 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
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