Wax Museum of Madrid, Wax museum in Paseo de Recoletos, Madrid, Spain.
The Wax Museum of Madrid houses more than 450 detailed figures representing historical personalities, celebrities, and notable individuals arranged in thematic sections. Visitors move through different rooms where figures are grouped by their field, era, or significance.
The museum first opened in 1972 as a dedicated space for displaying wax representations of notable Spanish and international figures. It has maintained this focus over the decades, becoming an established attraction in Madrid's cultural scene.
The figures on display represent people who shaped Spanish culture and captured the public imagination across different eras. Walking through, you encounter monarchs, artists, and personalities that Spanish society has considered important.
The museum is located near Colón metro station, making it easy to reach by public transportation. Opening times change seasonally, so check ahead before your visit to plan your time there.
Inside you will find a specialized cinema with multiple projectors that displays scenes from Spanish history with immersive technology. There is also a themed attraction experience that takes visitors through imaginative worlds beyond the main wax figure galleries.
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