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Las Ventas

Las Ventas is Spain's largest bullring and the third largest in the world by capacity, holding 23,798 spectators. Designed by José Espelius in Neo-Mudéjar style, it opened in 1931 and was declared a Site of Cultural Interest in 1994. Visitors can tour the inside of the ring, the stands, the Royal Box and the Bullfighting Museum, which houses a collection of objects related to bullfighting. The visit includes an audio guide in ten languages and lasts around two hours. During the bullfighting season (March to October), events are held, with the Feria de San Isidro in May standing out. The building also houses three cultural halls and a library with more than 2,000 volumes. Outside there are statues dedicated to bullfighting figures.

Things to do at Las Ventas: 12 missions

• Take the guided tourThe guided tour was very informative and well organised.
• Try the food at Las VentasDiscover the venue's food offering, focused on traditional Spanish fare and quick service, especially on bullfight days.
• Discover the Sala AntoñeteDiscover the Sala Antoñete, one of Las Ventas' three cultural halls.
• Discover the Sala Antonio BienvenidaDiscover the Sala Antonio Bienvenida, one of Las Ventas' three cultural halls.
• Explore the Madrid Bullfighting MuseumVisit the Madrid Bullfighting Museum, opened on 15 May 1951 by the Provincial Council.
• Explore the Las Ventas Bullfighting MuseumThe museum is very thorough and full of bullfighting history.
• Explore the stands and the ring freelyExplore the stands and the ring freely during your visit to Las Ventas.
• Discover the Sala CossíoDiscover the Sala Cossío, one of Las Ventas' three cultural halls, which also houses a library with more than 2,000 volumes.
• Enjoy the Royal BoxGet access to the historic bullring and the stands, including the Royal Box.
• Take the tourThe tour is great and lets you into the whole bullring.
• Take the tour through the Puerta GrandeTake the tour that starts at the Puerta Grande, the main gate opposite the Metro stop.
• Try the virtual reality bullfighting experienceThe virtual reality bullfighting experience is great fun.

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Source: las-ventas.com