Fuente de Neptuno Attractions & Landmarks
Fountain in a Noble Square
Plaza de Cánovas del Castillo
Madrid,
ES, 28014
Spain
Transport Options
Train Available : Banco de España / Antón Martín
Madrid,
ES, 28014
Spain
Transport Options
Train Available : Banco de España / Antón Martín
Overview
Neptune's Fountain stands in green and peaceful Plaza Cánovas del Castillo, a totally different atmosphere from the hurly-burly surrounding its sister fountain up the road, Cibeles. Carlos III had it built by Ventura Rodríguez in 1780 as part of his continuous quest to beautify the city. You'll find two upmarket hotels in the same square - Ritz and Palace - as well as the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza. Atlético de Madrid soccer fans meet here to celebrate their team's victories with rowdy high spirits.


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