Explore one of the most beautiful palaces in Madrid with a visit to the Liria Palace. Discover the secrets of this Madrid residence of the House of Alba by taking a guided or audio-guided tour, whichever you prefer. You'll also see the Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos en el Palacio de Liria exhibition.
Liria Palace, A Different Museum in Madrid
Located on Calle de la Princesa, in the heart of Madrid and just a few steps from the Conde Duque barracks and Plaza de España, the Liria Palace is a must-see in the Spanish capital. Residence of the 19th Duke of Alba, this building has an enormous art collection that decorates its halls and rooms.
Erected in 1773 by order of Jacobo Fitz-James Stuart y Colón, ancestor of the current Duke of Alba, the Liria Palace stands out from the outside with its neat neoclassical façade. Did you know that it's also known as the "little brother of the Royal Palace"?
The Liria Palace has a total of 14 rooms, each of which houses a vast collection of works of art.
Temporary Exhibition
Between 14 February and 31 July, 2025, you can enjoy the temporary exhibition titled 'Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos en el Palacio de Liria'.
In this exhibition, organised by the Casa de Alba Foundation and Vasconcelos herself, with the collaboration of Madrid City Council, the Portuguese artist is showing her striking work in the halls and gardens of the Liria Palace, creating a groundbreaking dialogue with its collections.
Types of Visit
When booking, you can opt for one of the following options:
Visit + Audio Guide
If you opt for this option, you'll have to download an audio guide in English on your mobile phone from a QR code that will be displayed in the palace. You'll need to bring your own headphones.
Once you have downloaded the audio guide, you'll be able to walk around the palace for 1.5 hours following the explanations that you'll hear on your mobile phone. You'll also learn about the artistic heritage of the Liria Palace, its gardens and the temporary exhibition.
Visit + Guide
For 1.5 hours, you'll be accompanied by an official guide from the Casa de Alba Foundation through the different rooms of the palace, its historical-artistic collection, its gardens and its temporary exhibition.
Please note that the guided tour is done with a Spanish-speaking guide.
Schedule Info
Regardless of which option you choose, the visit will take place at the time you choose when booking.
Reduced Price Tickets
- Students aged 17 to 25, Youth Card holders, members of large families, unemployed people, people over 65, teachers, official guides, people with disabilities and members of the press are entitled to a reduced-price ticket.
- Admission is also cheaper for children aged 6 to 16, while admission is free for children under the age of 6.
- All these free and reduced price tickets must be purchased at the ticket offices of the Liria Palace.
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