Mixed-reality headsets, a live Tesla coil and original pieces from the history of electricity. Iberdrola has set up the largest exhibition on the past, present and future of electricity at the Palacio de Cibeles. Free, until 20 October. ⚡🔌
The show is part of 125 años luz, the programme celebrating the company's 125th anniversary.
⚡ UN VIAJE ELECTRIZANTE (AN ELECTRIFYING JOURNEY)
📅 Until Tuesday 20 October 2026
🕐 Every day from 10 am (last entry 8.45 pm)
📍 Palacio de Cibeles, Plaza de Cibeles, 1, Madrid
🎟️ Free entry with booking on entradas.com or at the box office
🔌 What you'll see
The route starts with the first scientific discoveries and ends in the cities of the future, in the age of electrification. There is a museum of original pieces of great historical value, live Tesla coil demonstrations that make electricity visible and an immersive audiovisual experience with mixed-reality headsets.
Along the way come the industry's big milestones: the first power plants, renewables, smart grids, energy storage and the electrification of transport and industry. There are also educational workshops for students and families.
👨👩👧 Who it's for
All ages, and especially designed to spark interest in science. The visit takes about an hour and is available in Spanish and English.
ℹ️ Tips: arrive 10 minutes early. Children under 10 cannot use the headsets, and it is not recommended for people with photosensitive epilepsy.
✨ 125 years of light in a one-hour visit.
