Flamenco show in Madrid: Tablao Torres Bermejas in 2027

Torres Bermejas, a classic venue for flamenco in Madrid

The tablao moved in 1960 into the premises of the former Taberna Gitana, which had opened in 1949. Ever since, it has been nicknamed “the cathedral of flamenco”, a title that owes as much to its decoration as to the roll call of artists who have appeared there.

Camarón, Paco de Lucía and the history of this flamenco stage

Camarón de la Isla sang at Torres Bermejas for twelve years, and it was here that he crossed paths with the guitarist Paco de Lucía, with whom he would form one of the most influential partnerships the genre has ever known. The same stage welcomed Manolo Caracol, who made his debut in the room in February 1962, as well as José Mercé, La Chunga, El Güito, Fosforito, Mario Maya and Pansequito.

A flamenco room inspired by the Alhambra

The interior is a detailed reproduction of the Torres Bermejas in Granada: Moorish-style dados, intricate tilework and carved wooden ceilings. Thanks to that look, it has served as a set for the film “Camarón” and for television series such as “El tiempo entre costuras”.

What the flamenco show in Madrid includes

A tablao is not a theatre: the audience sits only a few metres from the stage, close enough to hear the strike of the footwork and the singer catching breath.

Song, guitar and dance on the flamenco stage

The cast brings together professional singers, guitarists and dancers who move through styles such as alegrías, bulerías, soleás and seguiriyas. The running order and the performers change from night to night, so every performance has a character of its own; the show typically lasts around an hour and a quarter.

Drink or dinner with your flamenco evening

• Show + drink: includes one drink (wine, beer or a soft drink). This is the quickest choice if you have already eaten or plan to dine afterwards.
• Show + tapas or dinner: a menu of Spanish cooking with dishes such as tortilla, empanada, Russian salad, toast with Iberian ham or paella; vegetarian options are available.

The exact packages and what each one contains are set out when you book.

Flamenco show times in Madrid

Torres Bermejas puts on several performances every evening, all year round, with an extra session at weekends. Published times vary from one source to another, so the most reliable approach is to confirm the exact start time when you choose your date.

Choosing your flamenco session

• First session: suits families and anyone with an early start the next day for a day trip.
• Last session: closer to Madrid’s late dinner hour, and the atmosphere tends to be livelier.
• The room opens a few minutes before each performance: arriving with time to spare lets you pick a better seat and order without rushing.

Booking flamenco ahead of time

Fridays, Saturdays and the dinner sessions are the first to fill up, especially in spring, over long weekends and at Christmas. If your trip falls in one of those periods, secure your seats as soon as your date is fixed.

How to reach this flamenco tablao in Madrid

The tablao stands at Calle de Mesonero Romanos, 11, in the Centro district, less than two minutes’ walk from Gran Vía and the Plaza del Callao.

Metro to Torres Bermejas flamenco

• Callao (lines 3 and 5): the most direct exit.
• Gran Vía (lines 1 and 5): about three minutes on foot.
• Sol (lines 1, 2 and 3, plus Cercanías commuter trains): roughly five minutes, walking up Calle del Carmen or Calle de Preciados.

Before and after the flamenco

The area stays busy until late. When the performance ends you are close to the Gran Vía musicals, the viewpoint on top of the Palacio de la Prensa in Callao and the bars around Plaza de Santo Domingo. At night the metro runs until about 1:30, after which night buses leave from Cibeles.

Flamenco in Madrid: tablaos with a past

UNESCO declared flamenco part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on 16 November 2010. Although its cradle is Andalusia, in the twentieth century Madrid became the place where many artists turned professional and made their names, thanks to its tablaos and its recording industry.

Other flamenco stages around Madrid

Alongside Torres Bermejas, the city has other long-established tablaos, such as the Corral de la Morería, which opened in 1956 in the Morería quarter near the Royal Palace. Each room has its own personality, size and programming style; getting to know more than one is a wonderful way to appreciate the range of the art form.

Flamenco styles you may hear in a show

Alegrías, which come from Cádiz, are bright and festive; the soleá, more austere, is one of the pillars of cante jondo; bulerías, fast and playful, often close the performance with the whole company on stage; and the seguiriya is among the most dramatic forms of all.

Tips for enjoying flamenco in Madrid

• What to wear: there is no strict dress code; smart casual is the norm.
• Age: the show is suitable for all ages, and many children are spellbound by the footwork.
• Photos: ask about the rule on the night; in general, please keep the flash off during the dancing.
• Dietary needs: if you book with dinner and have allergies or eat vegetarian, let the venue know in advance.
• Silence: during the slower songs the audience stays quiet; shouts of encouragement are left to the artists.

Total length of your flamenco evening

With the drink-only option, allow around an hour and a half including arrival. With dinner, set aside two hours or a little more, because the meal is served before the performance begins.

Pairing flamenco in Madrid with other plans

A tablao performance makes an excellent finale to a busy day. In the morning you could tour the Royal Palace, around fifteen minutes on foot from Callao, or lose yourself in the galleries of the Prado Museum. In the afternoon, take a rowing boat out in Retiro Park before heading back to the centre for the show. If you are off on a Toledo day trip the following morning, the first session lets you get some rest.

Flamenco in Madrid during 2027

Tablaos programme shows all year, so the season is never a problem: demand is what matters. Spring, Easter week, the early May long weekend with San Isidro and the month of December see the most visitors. In summer the last session is particularly pleasant, as it coincides with the hour when the city fills with people again.

Flamenco in Madrid availability by date

There is no need to compare times blindly. In the calendar on this page, select the day you have in mind and press “Check availability”: we tell you whether there are seats for the Torres Bermejas show that evening and in which packages, and, if you ask, we email you when places are released or new dates go on sale through our booking partner.

Payment and confirmation of your flamenco ticket

Always book through a secure payment gateway and you will receive a confirmation with the session details. As a general precaution, be wary of anyone asking for bank transfers to private individuals for show tickets.