JUSTICIA NEIGHBORHOOD
Justicia has transformed into Madrid’s SoHo: a vibrant, spirited, forward-thinking, and innovative area with a boho-chic vibe and casual atmosphere.
Justicia has transformed into Madrid’s SoHo: a vibrant, spirited, forward-thinking, and innovative area with a boho-chic vibe and casual atmosphere.
The Justicia district, encompassing the neighborhoods of Chueca and Salesas, derives its name from the Ministry
of Justice, a 19th-century modernist building located in the area. Nearby, in the Salesas neighborhood, stand magnificent landmarks such as the beautiful Church of Santa Barbara – Convent of the Salesas – and the iconic Modernist masterpiece, the stunning Palacio de Longoria, an exquisite Art Nouveau building housing the Society of Authors.
In recent years, Justicia has transformed into Madrid’s trendiest and most vibrant area. Renowned for its modernization and regeneration, it has become one of the most desirable districts in the capital. Its appeal lies in its high quality of life, prime location, upscale and eclectic shops, charming streets, and stunning architecture.
Justicia, encompassing Chueca and Salesas, offers a vibrant mix of traditional tapas bars, trendy restaurants, and rooftop terraces like those at the San Antón Market. Alongside the four-story Mercado de Barceló, this market features an array of stalls offering fresh ingredients and delicatessen bars. Fuencarral serves as the main shopping street, popular among tourists and locals alike.
Chueca and Salesas, within the Justicia district, draw art enthusiasts with their contemporary art galleries, some of the finest in Madrid.
In recent years, Justicia has undergone modernization and regeneration, emerging as Madrid’s trendiest and most sought-after neighborhood. Renowned for its high quality of life, prime location, upscale boutiques, charming streets, and stunning architecture, Justicia is a magnet for design and art lovers. It boasts exclusive boutiques showcasing independent designers, cutting-edge shops, hip restaurants, and elegant cafes.
The posh Salesas is among Madrid’s most prestigious neighborhoods to reside in. It sprawls across a network of streets, creating a splendid shopping area adorned with multi-brand clothing stores, art galleries, concept boutiques, and gourmet shops. Positioned next to Paseo de Recoletos, between Chueca and the Salamanca district, Salesas invites exploration along streets like Barquillo, Fernando Sexto, Almirante, Argensola, Piamonte, Conde de Xiquena, Orellana, and Mejía Lequerica, each hiding unique treasures around every corner.
Chueca is an integral part of Justicia, known since the mid-90s as Madrid’s lively gay district, adorned with trendy shops and vibrant nightclubs. A magnet for tourists and locals alike, drawn by its eclectic charm and lively ambiance, Chueca offers some of Madrid’s finest nightlife experiences, with an array of options for dining, drinking, and dancing.
MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL VENUES
Fundación MAPFRE
Organizes important art exhibitions at the beautiful palace on Paseo de Recoletos and at Sala Bárbara de Braganza.
Espacio Miró
Espacio Fundación Telefónica
A hub for top art exhibitions.
Museum of Romanticism
MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS
The Justicia neighborhood boasts one Michelin-starred restaurant:
- DSTAgE,
