The Church and Museum of San Andrés

San Andrés Church, in Madrid

San Andrés Church is a fine religious building of the La Latina district, in Madrid. The Madrid audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this sanctuary and its ensemble, linked to the memory of the patron saint of the city.

A sanctuary in the heart of La Latina

San Andrés Church is a fine church of the La Latina district, forming a remarkable religious ensemble with the Bishop's Chapel and the Chapel of San Isidro. This place is linked to the memory of Saint Isidore the Labourer, the patron saint of Madrid, whose devotion is very old in the city. The ensemble keeps a rich heritage, including baroque decorations and works of religious art. It is one of the most important spiritual buildings of old Madrid.

What to see

You admire the religious ensemble of San Andrés, with the Bishop's Chapel and the Chapel of San Isidro, its baroque decorations and its works of art, linked to Saint Isidore, patron of Madrid, in an atmosphere of contemplation. It is a major spiritual building of old Madrid, to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

San Andrés Church lies in the La Latina district, in the heart of old Madrid, reachable on foot. A place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with celebrations. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

What is San Andrés Church of Madrid linked to?

To the memory of Saint Isidore the Labourer, the patron saint of Madrid; the ensemble also includes the Bishop's Chapel and the Chapel of San Isidro.

Where is San Andrés Church?

In the La Latina district, in the heart of old Madrid.