Auditorio del parque Enrique Tierno Galván

Auditorio del parque Enrique Tierno Galván is an open-air concert venue inside one of Madrid's largest urban parks, in the Arganzuela district south of the city centre.

Where is it located?

The venue stands at Avenida del Planetario 18, inside Enrique Tierno Galván Park — a green space laid out in the 1980s and named after the Madrid politician, lawyer and writer who once served as the city's mayor. The park runs along the Manzanares river corridor next to the Madrid Río promenade, a favourite spot for locals to walk, cycle or unwind.

How do you get there?

The quickest route is by metro: Arganzuela-Planetario station on Line 6 sits a short walk from the park entrance and the auditorium itself. Line 6 forms Madrid's circular route, so a ride from central stops such as Sol or Atocha typically takes under fifteen minutes. Several city bus routes also stop near Puente de Praga. On-street parking around the venue is limited, so public transport is the practical choice on concert nights.

What can you see there?

The auditorium is an open-air stage with outdoor seating that turns into one of the busiest live-music spots in this part of Madrid every summer. It hosts everything from large festivals such as Tomavistas to individual concerts by Spanish and international artists, plus cultural programmes like Madrid Escena. The surrounding park adds two more attractions worth combining with a visit: the Planetario de Madrid, which runs astronomy shows, and the IMAX Madrid cinema with its curved screen. That makes it easy to turn a trip to the auditorium into a full day out — a walk through the park, a planetarium session or a film screening.

When should you visit?

Most concerts and outdoor events run in spring and summer, when the weather suits an open-air stage. Exact dates change every year, so check ticketing sites for the current programme before planning a trip. Outside the concert season, the park itself stays open year-round and needs no advance booking to explore.

Frequently asked questions

Is entry to the park free? Yes, walking through Enrique Tierno Galván Park costs nothing — tickets are only required for specific concerts or events at the auditorium, and for the planetarium and IMAX cinema.

Which metro station is closest? Arganzuela-Planetario, on Line 6, is a few minutes' walk from both the park entrance and the auditorium.

Is the auditorium covered? No, it's an outdoor venue, so dress for the weather, especially for evening shows.

What else is worth seeing nearby? The same park holds the Planetario de Madrid and an IMAX cinema, and the Madrid Río riverside promenade runs right alongside it, ideal for a walk before or after a concert.