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Espacio Realidad Extendida: A Pioneering Exhibition of Extended Reality Technologies

This dedicated showroom presented cutting-edge Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality experiences from 2016 to 2020.

Espacio Realidad Extendida was a significant showroom in Spain, dedicated to advancing public understanding of Extended Reality (XR) technologies. From 2016 to 2020, this exhibition welcomed over 60,000 visitors, providing hands-on opportunities to engage with the latest Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality devices. It showcased diverse international content and fostered innovation in digital transformation through immersive experiences.

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Exhibition summary

Espacio Realidad Extendida was a reference showroom in Spain dedicated to the divulgação of Extended Reality (XR) technologies. Running from 2016 to 2020, it allowed over 60,000 visitors to experience the latest Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) devices and international content.

Curatorial context

Inaugurated in 2016 and concluding in March 2020, Espacio Realidad Extendida served as a leading showroom in Spain for the public dissemination of Extended Reality (XR). Over its four-year run, it welcomed more than 60,000 visitors, offering them the opportunity to experience cutting-edge Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) devices and curated content from both national and international sources. This dynamic, permanent, and free exhibition space collaborated with leading XR companies, highlighting national talent and promoting innovation in digital transformation. The exhibition featured a wide array of devices from major brands such as HTC, Samsung, PlayStation, Oculus, Google, Microsoft (Hololens), Magic Leap, and Lenovo, among others. It showcased diverse immersive experiences, including interactive platforms and motion simulators, with a particular emphasis on technological advancements throughout 2020. Collaborations with institutions like the British Council, and events such as XR Fest, further enriched the program, solidifying Espacio XR's role in bridging technology and the public.

Admission and ticket notes

Visitor information is provided for different groups. Educational visits are scheduled from Wednesday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with personalized visits by reservation. General public visits are available Wednesday to Friday from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and on weekends and holidays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. A minimum age of 13 is required, and visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Punctuality is requested, with a 5-minute grace period for activities.

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Espacio Fundación Telefónica
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 15, 2016 – Mar 13, 2020
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