ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration in Madrid: Free Entry and Opening Hours

Updated on October 9, 2026

The ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration is a free museum devoted to press cartoons, comics and illustration, at Calle de Amaniel 29-31, near the Plaza de España. It shows exhibitions drawn from the ABC newspaper collection and from other creators. It occupies the former Mahou brewery of 1891 (3,700 m² on five levels), whose red brick walls have been preserved. Entry is free. Opening hours taken from the Madrid tourist office: Monday to Saturday 9am to 9pm from January to June and October to December; in July and September Monday to Friday 9am to 7.30pm; closed in August. Confirm before you go, as hours vary with the exhibitions. It is a short, original visit between the Royal Palace and Malasaña: allow 45 minutes to 1.30 hours.

Highlights

The brick facade

The late 19th-century industrial building was turned into a cultural venue while keeping its original red brick, combined with modern volumes. It is easy to spot on Calle Amaniel.

The drawing and illustration exhibitions

The rooms host temporary exhibitions (press cartoons, caricature, illustration) drawn from the ABC collection or devoted to other artists. The programme changes regularly: check it before you go.

The workshops and auditorium

The building also houses educational spaces, an auditorium and workshops; some events require a reservation.

Opening hours and prices

Free entry. Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm from January to June and October to December; Monday-Friday 9am-7.30pm in July and September; closed in August (hours to be confirmed).

Practical info

Tips

Combine the visit with a walk around the neighbourhood: the Plaza de España, the Royal Palace and Malasaña are a few minutes away on foot. It is also a useful shelter on rainy days. Also read: Plaza de España; Conde Duque; what to do in Madrid when it rains.

How to get there

Calle de Amaniel 29-31, 28015 Madrid. Metro Noviciado (lines 2, 3 and 10), Plaza de España (lines 2, 3 and 10), San Bernardo (lines 2 and 4) or Ventura Rodríguez (line 3). Buses 001, 002, 1, 2 and 3.