The Casa Árabe, also known as the Arabic House in Madrid, is one of the city’s most distinctive cultural spaces. Located in a beautiful Neo-Mudejar building on Calle de Alcalá, very close to Retiro Park, it stands out for its carefully restored architecture and its rich cultural programme focused on the Arab world.
Visitors can enjoy exhibitions at the Arabic House, film screenings, lectures, and educational activities designed to showcase the artistic and cultural diversity of the Middle East and North Africa. It has become a key meeting point for anyone looking for unique cultural experiences in Madrid.
The venue also features one of the most pleasant corners in the area: the Casa Árabe terrace, perfect for having a drink in a unique setting. There is also a restaurant offering flavours inspired by Arab and Mediterranean cuisine, often referred to simply as the Casa Árabe restaurant.
Thanks to its strategic location between the Salamanca district and Retiro Park, many visitors combine their cultural visit with a walk around the Retiro area, making Casa Árabe near Retiro an essential stop for discovering a different side of Madrid.
A place where architecture, culture, and gastronomy come together to offer an enriching experience in the heart of the city.
