Altamira Cave Replica
A reproduction of the famous prehistoric cave paintings is hidden underground at the National Archaeological Museum in Madrid, Spain.

๐Ÿ“œ A reproduction of the famous prehistoric cave paintings, located in the garden of the National Archaeological Museum in Madrid.
๐Ÿ” It reflects the natural contours of the original Altamira Cave and its Paleolithic art. It is situated in the back of the National Library.

Why Go

๐ŸŽจ Admire impressive Paleolithic art without visiting the original cave.
๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ See multicolored paintings of bison, deer, horses, wild boars, and a high-quality replica of the "Sistine Chapel of Paleolithic art".
๐Ÿชž A mirror reflects the ceiling for easy viewing.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Free admission.

Why Avoid

โฐ Cave closes earlier than the museum (latest info Feb 2024: closes at noon).

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Admission is free.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Museum and garden: Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sundays and public holidays 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cave closes at noon.

Tips

๐Ÿš‡ Nearest tube station is Colรณn (line 4).
๐ŸšŒ Accessible by buses 14, 21, 27, 28.

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