Almudena Cathedral
Guide
Photo: Fernando · CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
FreeChurchAllow 20–40 minPut together by AI from open data
What you'll see
A white cathedral facing the Royal Palace, with a surprisingly modern interior: brightly painted ceilings and colourful stained glass.
A brief history
Work began in 1883 but it was only finished and consecrated in 1993, by Pope John Paul II.
Tips
- Best time
- Before or after the palace
- Cost
- Free (donation welcome)
- Allow
- 20–40 min
- Free days
- Always free
- Hours
- Usually open daily, closed to visitors during services (check)
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Good to know
- Area
- Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace: The historic centre: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía and the palace, with the Temple of Debod on its park hill. Central and full of hostels.
- Dress code
- Shoulders and knees covered
- Access
- Partly step-free
- Indoors or out
- Indoors: good on a hot or rainy day
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