Flamenco in Madrid: Show at Tablao Las Carboneras
1-hour flamenco show at Tablao Las Carboneras, in the heart of Madrid de los Austrias. Drink included and dinner option. Top rated 4.7/5 across 758 reviews. Wheelchair accessible.
4.7758 reviews
Practical details
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Intimate tablao in the basement of the former Count of Miranda's palace
- Renowned artists: José Maldonado, Candy Román, Juan Herrera, Shin Yamasawa and others
- Welcome drink included; dinner option with Spanish cuisine
- Wheelchair accessible (rare among central Madrid tablaos)
- Top rated on GetYourGuide: 4.7/5 across 758 reviews and «likely to sell out»
Our take
This is one of central Madrid's reference tablaos, flagged «top rated» and «likely to sell out» on GetYourGuide at 4.7/5 across 758 reviews. It's in the basement of the former Count of Miranda's palace, in the Austrias district — unbeatable location, 5 minutes from Plaza Mayor. The format is intimate, capacity reduced, with a fixed cast of renowned artists (José Maldonado, Candy Román, Juan Herrera, Shin Yamasawa among others) and a level of real improvisation that reviews repeatedly praise. Operational details to check: the venue is small and tables are assigned on arrival order — arrive 15-20 minutes early if you want good visibility. The recurring complaint is the back lateral row: when latecomers come in, there are momentary obstructions. The dinner option adds traditional Spanish food before the show; if your interest is just the flamenco, the basic show + drink ticket more than delivers with 1 intense hour. «Value for money» scores 4.5/5 — high for a central touristic product. Who it's for: travellers looking for flamenco in an intimate, authentic format, not in a 100-seat restaurant-venue; couples wanting a compact quality evening; travellers with reduced mobility (wheelchair accessible, unusual for tablaos in the centre). Who it's NOT for: families with kids under 7 (closed 1-hour format, tricky), anyone after a massive show-with-dinner spectacle, and anyone arriving at the tablao 5 minutes before expecting front row — here it works on arrival order.
What's included
- Live flamenco show (1 hour)
- One complimentary drink
Not included
- Dinner (separate option if you book the «show + dinner» ticket)
- Additional drinks
- Tips to artists
Good to know
What to bring
- ID document (may be requested at security)
- Elegant or smart-casual attire (the tablao has a cabaret feel)
Not suitable for
- Pets (service dogs only)
Things to keep in mind
- The venue is small — arrive 15-20 min early for a better table
- Reviews mention obstructed views from the back lateral row
- The show is 100% improvised by the artists (no fixed choreography)
- Show + dinner option with traditional Spanish cuisine available
- Flamenco is intense communication — small kids can get bored or overwhelmed in a closed venue
Meeting point
Plaza del Conde de Miranda, 1. The tablao is in the basement of the former Count of Miranda's palace, in the heart of Madrid de los Austrias. The entrance is discreet — follow the «Las Carboneras» sign.
It's a small pedestrian street, between Plaza Mayor and Calle Mayor. Metro Ópera (line 2 or 5) or Sol (1, 2, 3), both 5 minutes away. Arrive 15-20 minutes early — being a small venue, table assignment works on arrival order. Watch for the recurring complaint: if seated in the back corner or last lateral row, there are sightline obstructions.
The experience
What you'll see
1-hour flamenco show at Tablao Las Carboneras, in the basement of the former Count of Miranda's palace, in the heart of Madrid de los Austrias. Reduced capacity, cabaret format and real improvisation by the artists.
- Fixed flamenco cast: José Maldonado, Candy Román, Ari Alexis Patacuás, Juan Herrera, Shin Yamasawa, Diego Agudo Pinilla, Isabel Fischer, Ana Palma.
- Singing, guitar and dance: traditional format with two or three dancers, singer and guitarist per set.
- Welcome drink: wine, beer or soft drink on arrival.
- Dinner option: traditional Spanish menu before the show (booked separately).
- Intimate capacity: small tables a few metres from the stage — close view of the artists' work.
How it works
Meeting point: Plaza del Conde de Miranda, 1, in the Austrias district. Metro Ópera (lines 2/5) or Sol (1/2/3), both 5 minutes walking. The entrance is discreet — follow the «Las Carboneras» sign.
Arrive 15-20 minutes early. Tables are assigned on arrival order, not by prior booking. If you arrive just on time, you'll get the back lateral row — several reviews mention obstructed views when latecomers come in.
The show lasts 1 hour without breaks. The show is 100% improvised by the artists — no fixed choreography, which adds intensity but also means each night is slightly different.
Two ticket options: show + drink (standard) or show + dinner with Spanish cuisine. Dinner is served before the show.
Who I'd recommend it to
- Travellers looking for intimate, authentic flamenco, not a massive touristic spectacle.
- Couples wanting a 1-2 hour quality evening in the historic centre.
- Travellers with reduced mobility (one of the few accessible tablaos in the centre).
- Anyone who values a fixed cast of renowned artists over a standardised show.
Who I would NOT recommend it to
- Families with kids under 7 (closed 1-hour format — tricky).
- Large groups preferring a wide hall with dinner spectacle.
- Anyone arriving tight on time: tables are assigned on arrival order.
- Anyone after a show with fixed choreography or explanations (here it's pure improvisation).
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (operator marks this explicitly). The access to the basement of the Count of Miranda's palace has a ramp or lift, unusual for tablaos in the historic centre.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before with full refund. «Reserve now and pay later» option also available.
Frequently asked questions
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