Duration
45 minutes
Best Time
Morning
Price
€€
Closures
Closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
About Chocolatería San Ginés
Open since 1894 and serving 24 hours on weekends, this legendary chocolatería specializes in churros con chocolate. The thick, dark hot chocolate and fresh churros have been fueling madrileños after late nights out for over a century, maintaining the exact same recipe.
Insider Tips
Go after midnight on weekends for the authentic post-club experience, or weekday mornings at 8am to avoid any wait.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain
Neighborhood
Sol & CentroNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 45 minutes. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Chocolatería San Ginés is in the Sol & Centro neighborhood of Madrid. The address is Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.
Nearby in Sol & Centro
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