Literary Cabinet

The Gabinete Literario

The Las Palmas audio-guided tour reveals the Gabinete Literario, the Literary Cabinet, one of the finest buildings in the city. Its architecture, both Neoclassical and Modernist, stands out elegantly on the Plaza de Cairasco.

A cultural institution

The Gabinete Literario is one of the great cultural centres of Las Palmas. A multidisciplinary institution, it organises artistic events and has long worked to spread culture in the literary, scientific and artistic fields. It continues to carry out social and environmental projects for the city. In 2011, it received the Gold Medal of the Canary Islands, an award given by the archipelago's government.

What there is to see

The ornate facade of the Gabinete Literario, blending Neoclassical and Modernist influences, is one of the most remarkable in Las Palmas. A true symbol of the city's cultural life, the building elegantly punctuates the Plaza de Cairasco. Its refined silhouette can be admired from the square, in the heart of the historic centre.

Practical information

The Gabinete Literario is on the Plaza de Cairasco, in the Triana district, in the centre of Las Palmas. Its facade can be seen freely from the square. Access to the interior depends on the cultural programme and events; it is best to check the hours and current events.

What is the Gabinete Literario ?

It is a cultural institution of Las Palmas, dedicated to the spread of culture, housed in a fine Neoclassical and Modernist building.

What award did the Gabinete receive ?

It received in 2011 the Gold Medal of the Canary Islands, awarded by the archipelago's government.