Círculo de Bellas Artes
Círculo de Bellas Artes, Cultural center in Gran Vía district, Madrid, Spain.
The Círculo de Bellas Artes occupies a rectangular building with a pyramidal facade, rising 48 meters above Calle de Alcalá in central Madrid.
The institution, established in 1880 by a group of artists, moved to its current location in 1926 when King Alfonso XIII inaugurated the building designed by Antonio Palacios.
The center maintains multiple exhibition halls, a library, dance halls, and spaces dedicated to literature, science, philosophy, film, and performing arts programs.
Visitors can purchase tickets at the reception desk for access to exhibition spaces, guided tours, and the rooftop terrace with views across Madrid.
The building features decorative elements including sculptures of Minerva, architectural reliefs, and painted ornaments that reflect its artistic purpose.
Location: Community of Madrid
Inception: 1880
Website: https://circulobellasartes.com
GPS coordinates: 40.41831,-3.69658
Latest update: November 19, 2025 11:01
Major cities around the world feature high vantage points that allow viewing their architecture and geography. From Paris to Hong Kong, these spaces are located in hotels, cultural centers, or private establishments. The Ozone Bar is on the 118th floor of a Hong Kong tower, while the Sky Garden in London offers a public garden with views of the Thames and surrounding neighborhoods. These facilities are at varying altitudes, from the seventh floor of the Terrass' Hotel in Montmartre to towers over 200 meters in Asia. Visitors access restaurants, bars, pools, or gardens depending on the location. In Barcelona, the roof of the Mandarin Oriental combines a pool and lounge with views of Passeig de Gràcia. In Madrid, the Cercle des Beaux-Arts includes a terrace as part of its cultural offerings above Gran Vía. Budapest, Bangkok, Istanbul, and other cities also feature similar spaces, each providing a different perspective on the urban fabric, historic monuments, or waterways crossing these destinations.
Madrid contains important cultural heritage sites. The Royal Palace, Prado Museum, and Retiro Park represent central elements of Spanish history. The city combines royal residences, museums, and squares.
Metropolis Building
92 m
Teatro de la Zarzuela
128 m
Church of San José
85 m
Edificio Grassy
139 m
Círculo de Bellas Artes
13 m
Victoria Alada (Madrid)
86 m
Building of the Banco Mercantil e Industrial
149 m
Headquarters of the Ministry of Education of Spain
68 m
Teatro Bellas Artes
26 m
Former headquarters of the Banco de Vizcaya
104 m
Palacio Fontagud
170 m
Real Academia de Jurisprudencia y Legislación headquarters
127 m
Blanquerna Cultural Center-Bookshop
31 m
Calle de Alcalá 44, Madrid
46 m
Banco Popular Español headquarters in Alcalá Street, Madrid
157 m
Casa del párroco de la iglesia de San José
99 m
Maqueta Centenario de la Gran Vía
64 m
Biblioteca del Círculo de Bellas Artes
44 m
Commemorative plaque to Casto Fernández-Shaw Iturralde
132 m
Scale model of the Gran Vía
67 m
Gran Vía 4, Madrid
143 m
Cortijos y Rascacielos
145 m
Félix Lope de Vega
89 m
Jaime Marquet
58 m
Ramón de la Cruz
168 m
Teófilo Gautier
167 m
Juanjo Cristóbal
86 m
Antonio del Rosal y Rico
90 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes