Madrid’s Las Ventas Bullring: Immerse in Bullfighting History with Audioguide Tour

Immerse yourself in the rich history of bullfighting at Madrid’s Las Ventas Bullring. Explore the iconic arena with an audio-guided tour, visit key sites, and discover the Bullfighting Museum of Madrid.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bullfighting Museum - Welcome to Las Ventas Bullring, considered the Bullfighting Cathedral. The most important bullring in the world. The one which gives everything and takes everything away. The biggest reward for those who manage to leave through its Puerta Grande and a challenge for those who hardly think about it. Las Ventas Bullring was built in 1929 on the land called Las Ventas del Espíritu Santo, to which it owes its name. It is the largest bullring in Spain, with a total area of 45,800 square meters and capacity for 23,797 people.

The Bullfighting Museum of Madrid is located in the Patio de Caballos in an emblematic section of the building and with a collection that offers a clear and harmonious vision of the history of bullfighting in Spain. Among its works are engravings of the bullfighting of Goya, dressed as bullfighters of the twentieth century, a section dedicated exclusively to Manolete and a huge sample of the testimonies of Las Ventas.

What's Included
  • Entrance to Bullfighting Museum of Madrid with included Audio guide
  • Experience Virtual bullfighting
  • Immerse yourself in the San Isidro Fair with Virtual Reality 360
  • Access to Las Ventas Tour complete with Audio guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Enter Madrid’s renowned Las Ventas Bullring with a ticket and discover one of the world’s most celebrated arenas through an audio-guided tour. The ticket guarantees admission to all key sectors around the stadium, from the labyrinthine passageways behind the ring to the audience’s cheering seats. Have your pictures taken next to the Door of Madrid (Puerte Grande), an exit solely meant for victorious bullfighters, while appreciating the various architectural styles of the edifice. Further, explore Madrid’s Bullfighting Museum at your leisure, situated at the ‘Patio de Caballos’ within an iconic portion of the building, housing an assortment illustrating Spain’s bullfighting heritage.

  • Tour doesn’t operate on days of bullfighting
  • Please note the tour itinerary may be modified in the event of bullfighting or relevant special events or force majeure reasons. In those cases, visitors will be duly informed at the box offices of the venue when exchanging their vouchers.
  • Schedules: May to October: from 10AM to 7PM, last entry at 6:15 PM. November to April: from 10AM to 6PM, last entry at 5:30PM
  • Bullfight days: the tour ends 3 hours before the start of the show. San Isidro Fair: 10:00AM to 3:30pm Autumn Fair: 10:00AM to 4:00pm
Location
Bullfighting Museum
Calle Alcala 237, Plaza de Toros las Ventas
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Christina_t
Jul 5, 2024
Worth the short trip - Easy to get to from the Metro with interesting history. The tour includes audio to use at your own pace.
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Chris_l
Jun 15, 2024
An education - Absolutely one of our best visits in Spain. History and understanding turned us from slightly antagonistic to wanting to watch a proper bullfight. Excellent experience from start to finish
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Louise_k
Jun 14, 2024
Nice tour for learning and see something about Spanish bullfighting - The tour is just long enough as it use to be. The audioguide tells you a clear story about the bullfighting. Only the text at the viator website is a bit misleading: it says that the visit to the museum is included. But the museum is free: you don't need a ticket. Besides: the museum was closed for a couple of months becausenof restauration.
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Amy_g
Jun 5, 2024
Don’t miss this one!! 5 stars++ for ALL ages. Easy to get to by bus. Engaging and educational. - Great choice!! Fun for all ages. Engaging activities. Self guided audio tour in our language with headphones for each individual. Had fun AND learned a lot about this sacred bull ceremony.
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Daydream33395505754
May 31, 2024
Great audio guide with lots of interesting information about the very old Spanish tradition of bullfighting - Great audio guide with lots of interesting information about the very old Spanish tradition of bullfighting
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Eddebuh
May 30, 2024
Outstanding - Outstanding Tour, totally worth the price. Absolutely recommended to visit if you are in Madrid. Do only buy tickets from the counter
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Betty_c
Apr 17, 2024
Great time! - We had a great time visiting this Bullfighting Museum! We would love to come back for the actual bullfighting event.
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Profeevans
Feb 13, 2024
Fantastic tour with Guillermo - We had a fantastic guided tour of Las Ventas with a group of Secondary School pupils from Glasgow. Guillermo, our guide, was knowledgeable and spoke great English. It was the highlight of our trip to Madrid for many of our pupils.
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O7404wtmariao
Mar 17, 2024
Ok - Disappointed the museum was closed so just saw the ring there was a large group of students in front of us so made difficult to see things
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Hiroyuki
Apr 1, 2024
I can't get into the bullring. I want my money back. - I went to the bullring at 4pm on March 17th, but I couldn't enter. I would like a refund. There was no time specified in the tour application.
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