Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao de la Villa & Drink

Flamenco in a Historic Madrid Mansion, Close Enough to See the Sweat

You arrive for one of three nightly shows in a 19th-century Madrid mansion with clear sightlines to the stage. One drink is included. Dinner is optional and booked separately with earlier arrival times. The performance is pure flamenco with no narrative. Just the artists and the forms. Plan for roughly 90 minutes of show, and book your dinner slot on their website if you want to eat before.

Step-by-step itinerary

Attend traditional flamenco show

• Arrive at Tablao de la Villa
• Watch authentic flamenco performance
• Optionally have dinner at the restaurant

The experience

The guitars start before you sit down. That sharp, rapid picking fills the room: a 19th-century mansion in central Madrid where the ceilings are high and the lighting catches every movement on stage. You're close enough that you notice things: the way a dancer's feet barely leave the floor, the moment a guitarist's fingers blur, the small nod between performers that says what comes next. The Tablao de la Villa seats you with clear sightlines, which matters more than you'd think in a flamenco show. Bad angles and you're watching a silhouette. Good ones and you're watching the craft.

The show itself is pure flamenco: no narrative, no costume changes, just artists working through the forms. One drink is included with your ticket, so you can order a glass of wine or a beer and settle in. If you want dinner, that's separate and optional. You'd arrive earlier (6:30pm for the 7:30pm show, 7:30pm for the 8:30pm show, 9:00pm for the 9:45pm show) and eat in the restaurant before the performance starts. The menu is on their website if you want to plan ahead. The whole thing moves at the pace flamenco demands: no rushing, no filler, just the three nightly slots at 7:30pm, 8:30pm, and 9:45pm.

One thing to know: children under 6 aren't allowed, which keeps the room focused. The mansion's location in historic Madrid means public transport gets you there easily, and if you have a service animal, they're welcome. The decor is warm and the space feels like somewhere that's been hosting this for a long time, because it has.

What’s included

• Your ticket includes entry to the flamenco show and one drink. Dinner at the restaurant is optional and not included in the show price.
• if you choose to dine, you'll arrive earlier and order from the menu separately.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 19:30, 20:30 and 21:45Last departure this season: 23 Dec

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AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Senior (71 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tablao De La Villa

Is this one for you?Right for travelers in Madrid who want to see flamenco performed live in an intimate setting without arranging a large tour group. The three nightly shows fit different schedules, and the optional dinner means you can keep it simple or make an evening of it.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What time should I arrive for the flamenco show?

Arrival depends on whether you're dining. Show-only: arrive 15 minutes early. With dinner: 6:30pm for the 7:30pm show, 7:30pm for the 8:30pm show, 9:00pm for the 9:45pm show.

Is dinner included in the ticket price?

No. The show ticket includes one drink. Dinner is optional and booked separately at the restaurant. Check the menu through the booking platform.

What drink is included?

One drink of your choice, typically wine, beer, or soft drinks. Check with the venue for the full list.

How long is the show?

Approximately 90 minutes of continuous flamenco performance.

Can I get to the Tablao de la Villa by public transport?

Yes. The mansion is in central Madrid with public transportation options nearby.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are permitted.

What if I want to book dinner?

Dinner is optional and must be arranged separately. View the menu and make reservations through the booking platform.