Metropolis Building

Nestled on the corner of Gran Via and Calle de Alcalá, the Edificio Metrópolis is a must-see piece of architectural mastery.

Any passer-by will struggle to miss the iconic office building, inaugurated in 1911 after 5 years of construction. The Edificio Metrópolis was designed by renowned architects Jules and Raymond Février in a French, Beaux-Arts style – unusual in Madrid at the time of its conception.

Visitors will notice columns supporting 4 statues that represent Madrid’s historic industries, as well as a rounded cupola covered by 30,000 leaves of 24K gold!