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Cibeles Fountain

Name: Cibeles Fountain
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Pause at the Cibeles Fountain, the white marble centrepiece of one of Madrid's grandest intersections. Take in the sculpted Cybele and her lion-drawn chariot, then photograph it beside the neighbouring Palacio de las Comunicaciones.

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Full description

Cibeles Fountain is one of the defining images of Madrid, a white marble neoclassical fountain where the goddess Cybele rides a chariot pulled by two lions. It sits on a large traffic junction in the Centro district beside the Palacio de las Comunicaciones, so the fountain is best appreciated from the pavements around it.

Visitors praise the sculptural detail and use it as a photo stop at any hour, since it is open around the clock and free. Reviewers note that crossing to the fountain takes some patience, and that busy crowds call for ordinary vigilance with phones and bags.

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Address

Pl. Cibeles, S/N, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain · Centro

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

early evening, evening or late night

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Cross at the pedestrian lights rather than hurrying through traffic
visit in the evening when the lit fountain makes for better photos
keep phones and bags secure, as the area is busy.

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Reviews

Beautiful fountain in the heart of Madrid. The statue of the goddess Cibeles with the lions is very impressive. It’s a great place to take photos, especially at sunset or at night when it’s lit up. The area is busy, but it feels safe and lively. Easy to reach by walking. Worth a quick stop during your city tour.

ALI

4/5

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