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Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío: a 19th-century station turned into a theatre

The Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío occupies the former Estación del Norte, next to Madrid Río. It has a theatre for over 1,000 people and, according to its events listing, nine spaces with a maximum capacity of 2,640 guests. We suggest it for conventions, launches and galas that need a large capacity in central Madrid.

What events does it suit?

The theatre occupies the former Estación del Norte, designed in the 19th century by the French engineers Biarez, Grasset and Ouliac. The refurbishment keeps much of its original character, with art deco and neo-baroque details, an imperial staircase and period lamps. The result is a large room with personality, close to the Royal Palace and Madrid Río. It is part of the Marca Condal venue selection in Madrid (Marca Condal is a company in our group).

It suits company conventions of 500 to 1,000 people, product launches with a show, award ceremonies and gala dinners.

Layouts and capacities

Item Figure Source
Theatre Over 1,000 people Madrid Film Office, Fever
Event spaces 9 Naboo
Maximum capacity across the venue 2,640 people Naboo
Size of the complex About 7,000 m² plus 3,000 m² outdoors esMADRID

Banquet, reception and classroom capacities depend on the space and the layout, and the venue does not publish them openly. We ask the venue's sales agency, Locale Events & Soul, for them on every enquiry.

Getting there

The address is Cuesta de San Vicente 44. The Príncipe Pío transport hub has metro (lines 6 and 10), Cercanías commuter trains and several bus routes. By road, the natural approach is from the M-30 and the A-5.

Production tips

  • Work around the theatre calendar. The theatre has performances almost every day during the season. Ask early about free days and the set-up and strike times the programme allows.
  • A two-stage welcome. Use the front-of-house spaces for arrivals and pre-show drinks, and keep the auditorium for the plenary.
  • Loading and unloading. Coordinate loading times with the venue and with local traffic, which is heavy because of the transport hub and the shopping centre.
  • Technical production. This is a working theatre: decide early which equipment you bring and which the venue supplies.

What pairs well nearby

Close by you have the Pabellón de Cristal at Casa de Campo for exhibition formats and the Riu Plaza España to house the group. For another evening, the Teatro Real is a few minutes away.

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Frequently asked questions

How many people does the Gran Teatro Príncipe Pío hold?

Theatre style, over 1,000 people, according to Madrid Film Office and Fever. Its events listing on Naboo gives a maximum of 2,640 guests across nine spaces. We confirm capacities by layout with the venue.

Can it be hired while the theatre season is running?

The theatre has its own season of musicals, comedy and concerts. Corporate events fit into the gaps in that programme, so it is worth asking about dates well in advance.

How do you get there?

It is at Cuesta de San Vicente 44, next to the Príncipe Pío transport hub, with metro (lines 6 and 10) and Cercanías commuter trains. There is quick access to the M-30 and the A-5.

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