Art gallery tour madrid

Why joining us at the art gallery tour in Madrid?

Imagine stepping into the heart of the Spanish capital city, where the streets pulse with vibrant colors, stories, and history. You joined an art historian, mastered in the contemporary era, for an art gallery tour in Madrid, and instantly, the city transforms. An expert guide leads you through hidden galleries and buzzing art spaces, sharing secrets behind the artworks and uncovering the tales of revolutionary artists. You find yourself gazing at works that speak of both Spain's past, present, and future. At each stop (3 in total), you're not just seeing art; you're living it. By the end of the guided visit, you’ve experienced Madrid’s soul in a way no guidebook could capture.

What is contemporary art?

Contemporary art, as understood by historians at Complutense University of Madrid, is an interdisciplinary field that moves beyond traditional boundaries of art history. It emphasizes a critical examination of recent artistic practices, considering their historical evolution, cultural impact, and connection to global and multidisciplinary debates. The university’s approach highlights the importance of specialized training in the study of contemporary art, preparing students for roles in research, cultural management, curating, and art criticism. In essence, contemporary art is seen as a dynamic and plural practice that reflects and challenges the complexities of the modern world.

When did contemporary art start?

According to the Master’s Degree in Contemporary Art History and Visual Culture at Complutense University of Madrid, contemporary art is understood as a dynamic and interdisciplinary field that emerged in the mid-20th century.

What is modern art?

Modern art, as distinguished from contemporary art, refers to artistic movements that emerged during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, roughly between the 1860s and the 1970s. According to scholars at Complutense University of Madrid, modern art marks a departure from traditional forms and conventions of artistic representation, embracing new techniques, materials, and perspectives. It was shaped by industrialization, urbanization, and changing social dynamics, reflecting the complexities and anxieties of modern life.

Key movements within modern art include Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and Expressionism, all of which sought to break away from classical norms and explore new ways of seeing and interpreting the world. Modern art laid the foundation for the more fluid and experimental practices seen in contemporary art today.

What themes had the largest impact on modern art?

Despite the fact that this might be a biased opinion, these are some themes that had an impact into modern art:

– Technological and scientific advances
– Social and political change
– Rejection of tradition
– The Psychology of the human mind
– Industrialization and urbanization

Why was modern art heavily criticized?

Modern art was heavily criticized for breaking away from traditional techniques, challenging established norms, and often appearing abstract or nonsensical, causing discomfort among audiences who preferred more realistic and familiar representations

Is the Madrid museum of modern art free?

Centro de Cultura Contemporánea Conde Duque (Calle Conde Duque, 9) offers free entry every day, except Mondays when it is closed. On the other hand, Reina Sofia museum offers free entry from 7.00pm to 9.00 (Mondays, Wednesdays – Satursdays & Sundays from 12.30 to 2.30pm)

Meeting Point

Please note that this is just a random meeting point. Depending on the area that you’d like to discover, we’ll direct you to one place or another.

    
 
 
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   Brian B (Brian Gregory) 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 🚶‍♀️🎨 A Must-Do for Street Art Lovers in Madrid! We run Mural Ride Bike Tours in San Antonio, Texas, so believe us when we say—we live and breathe street art. This walking tour through Lavapiés and the surrounding neighborhoods was 🔥. The guide broke down the history of Madrid’s mural scene, gave us the inside scoop on local street art festivals, and even schooled us on the real difference between graffiti and street art (it’s more than just vibes and spray cans). You could feel the passion radiating from our guide—someone who’s clearly rooted in the culture and not just reciting from a script. The art? Stunning. The stories behind it? Even better. 💡 Pro tip: Bring water. We went in July and by noon it was already 32°C (aka “very toasty”). That said, the walking was totally manageable. We’re already plotting a return to see more neighborhoods. And yes—we’ll be sending our San Antonio guests this way when they land in Madrid. Can’t recommend it enough! 🖌️💥 #StreetArtMadrid #SupportLocalTours #MuralRideApproved

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Dear fellow street art friends. Thanks for your kind comments about our job. We look forward to continue collaborating with you in the near future. Best regards
  
 
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   Janice Walters 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our tour with Santiago was a highlight of our time in Madrid! He took us all through the neighborhoods and showed us such a creative side of the area. We would highly recommend and definitely come back. Thank you!

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Hola Janice, Thanks for your nice comment about Santi's job. We'd be glad on hosting you again. Cheers,
  
 
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   Anja Konter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fab Malasaña tour with guide Yago, discovering various pieces of street art and their meaning. This was followed by a workshop with Aida, where we learned about spray painting and made our own ‘art work’. Highly recommended.

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Hola Anja. On behalf of Yago and Aida, thanks for your review. We look forward to hosting your group next time you visit Madrid, or Barcelona. Best regards, Javier.
  
 
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   Alec 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Yago did a good job

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Thanks for your comment, Alec! We hope you enjoyed our street art tour in Madrid
  
 
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   Fer Gascón 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Encantados con Yago. Nos guió a mi y a mí hija de 13 años por la historia y los mensajes ocultos del arte urbano de Madrid. Llevándote a la reflexión a base de preguntas, hemos ido descubriendo un arte al que antes no prestábamos atención. Yago es súper amable, se nota que es un apasionado del tema, y conoce personalmente a los artistas para darte la mejor información. Muy, muy recomendable!!!!

Owner's reply
Buenos días, Fernando. ¿Cómo estás? Muchas gracias por escribir tu opinión publicamente. Yago, y el resto del equipo, estamos encantados de dirigir visitas guiadas como la que hicimos el otro día con vosotros. Somos unos apasionados del arte urbano, y de enseñar Madrid de un modo alternativo. Si a tu hija le gusta el graffiti, os esperamos en nuestros talleres para niñas y adolescentes. Un saludo,
  
 
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   maribel arciniegas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Santi fue genial. Desde el primer momento mostró una energía súper cercana y auténtica, lo que hizo que nos sintiéramos cómodos enseguida. La manera en que cuenta las historias: mezcla datos curiosos, anécdotas divertidas y ese toque personal que hace que todo cobre vida. Santi muestra la ciudad desde su lado más cultural y multicultural, guiándonos a través de grafitis, pegatinas y stickers que cuentan historias, luchas y colores del barrio. 😊👌

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Buenas tardes, Maribel. Muchas gracias por tu opinión acerca del trabajo de nuestro compañero Santiago. Tal y como habrás podido comprobar, lideramos el tour de arte urbano por Madrid con pasión, y con simpatía. Esperamos verte nuevamente en nuestra visita guiada por el barrio de Malasaña. Un saludo,
  
 
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   Anabella 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pasamos 2 horas estimulantes con Yago que tiene un conocimiento muy amplio del mundo del arte urbano de Lavapiés. Lo que vimos fue muy variado y provocador. Sin embargo, lo más impresionante del tour fue su estilo de comunicación muy interactivo que nos hizo pensar profundamente, no solo sobre las técnicas de los artistas que vimos sino también sobre sus mensajes y objetivos. El hecho de que disfrutamos tanto este tour a pesar de la lluvia torrencial que nos empapó totalmente habla de la calidad de la información y el arte, además de la capacidad de Yago de entretenernos por 2 horas. Recomendaría este tour a cualquier persona con curiosidad e interés en el arte en general. Muchas gracias Yago!

Owner's reply
Hola, Anabella. Que nos hayas dejado esta reseña, nos complace enormemente. Cuando hay lluvia, no podemos hacer otra cosa que dar todo lo mejor de nosotros, para entretener a quien se queda a escuchar nuestras historias sobre arte urbano, y graffiti. Esperamos verte nuevamente en una de nuestras visitas guiadas alternativas por Madrid. Un saludo,
  
 
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   Daniel Vega Ruiz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A pesar del mal tiempo que hizo, Santi nos alegró el tour y lo pasamos genial. Somos de Madrid y, aunque hemos pasado mil veces por Lavapies, siempre aprendes cosas nuevas. Gracias Santi por enseñarnos otra cara de Madrid, espectacular e interesante. Seguro que repetimos, esta vez en Malasaña.

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Daniel, muchas gracias por comentar sobre nuestro tour de arte urbano en Lavapiés, y más concretamente por escribir tu reseña sobre el trabajo de nuestro compañero Santi. Esperamos verte pronto en el tour de graffiti por Malasaña. Saludos!
  
 
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   Jose Villar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ha sido una experiencia entretenida, Santi y Yago nos lo han hecho entretenido y a sido divertido.

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Hola, Jose. Muchas gracias por evaluar el trabajo de Santiago y Yago. Esperamos que a partir de ahora, veas la ciudad desde otra perspectiva, y que continúes con la observación gracias al tour de arte urbano por Malasaña. Un saludo,
  
 
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   Matias Vazquez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Estuvo bien la experiencia que nos dio Santi, la volvería a repetir y recomiendo hacer el tour

Owner's reply
Hola, Matias. Gracias por tu comentario. Esperamos que las explicaciones de Santi acerca del arte urbano en Malasaña, te hagan explorar un nuevo tipo de cultura contemporánea. Un saludo,

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