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Liria Palace

Discover Madrid's Liria Palace, an opulent historical gem. Admire stunning architecture, rich collections, and its significance in Spanish history. Enjoy skip-the-line entry, audio guides, tours, and exclusive combo offers with entry to other iconic landmarks.

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Liria Palace
Grand facade of Liria Palace, Madrid
Liria Palace Madrid interior with visitors viewing historic paintings collection.
Interior of Liria Palace with paintings in room
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Titian's famous The Last Supper painting at Liria Palace
Artwork in Liria Palace, Madrid
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Liria Palace library in Madrid with ornate bookshelves and historical artifacts.
Sculpture of Doña María Teresa de Silva y Palafox at Liria Palace, Madrid.
Liria Palace room interior with ornate ceiling and classic furnishings, Madrid.
Golden-framed painting in Liria Palace, Madrid, showcasing historical art.
Sculpture at Liria Palace
Liria Palace interior with ornate ceiling and chandeliers, Madrid.
The Adoration of the Child by Pietro di Cristoforo Vannucci Perugino II
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  • Step into the grand Liria Palace, home to the noble House of Alba, and explore 14 rooms packed with centuries of Spanish art and aristocratic flair.

  • Admire original works by iconic Spanish masters, including Goya, Velázquez, and Murillo—part of one of Europe's most important private art collections.

  • Get the full story behind the palace with a digital audio guide, available in 6 languages.

  • Don’t miss the temporary Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos exhibition, where bold, modern artworks playfully contrast the palace’s historic elegance.

  • For just one simple upgrade, immerse yourself in a 90-minute palace journey narrated by an expert Spanish-speaking guide.

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  • Step into the grand Liria Palace, home to the noble House of Alba, and explore 14 rooms packed with centuries of Spanish art and aristocratic flair.

  • Admire original works by iconic Spanish masters, including Goya, Velázquez, and Murillo—part of one of Europe's most important private art collections.

  • Get the full story behind the palace with a digital audio guide, available in 6 languages.

  • Don’t miss the temporary Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos exhibition, where bold, modern artworks playfully contrast the palace’s historic elegance.

  • For just one simple upgrade, immerse yourself in a 90-minute palace journey narrated by an expert Spanish-speaking guide.

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€23
Liria Palace room with historical photos and paintings in Madrid, Spain.
Artwork in Liria Palace, Madrid
Paintings and artwork in Liria Palace
Royal items and artworks in Liria Palace
Interior of Liria Palace
Liria Palace interior with ornate furnishings and artwork, Madrid.
Liria Palace Madrid interior with visitors viewing historic paintings collection.
Liria Palace library in Madrid with ornate bookshelves and historical artifacts.
Beautiful woven tapestry at display in Liria Palace, Madrid
Large paintings in Liria Palace
Staircase with artwork, Liria Palace, Madrid
Photos and paintings in a room in Liria Palace
Picture of the painting "Natividad" (Christmas) by Italian painter Luca Giordano, Liria Palace, Madrid
Trinket box furniture piece, Liria Palace, Madrid
Painting A Vanitas Allegory by Jan the Younger Brueghel, Liria Palace, Madrid
Liria Palace garden with fountain and manicured hedges in Madrid.
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  • Go behind the scenes at Madrid’s majestic Liria Palace with a guided tour in Spanish, led by an official expert on the House of Alba.

  • Walk through sumptuous rooms filled with priceless artworks, including Goya’s portraits and Velázquez’s depiction of the young Infanta Margarita.

  • Don’t miss the temporary exhibition Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos, where bold contemporary installations contrast beautifully with the palace’s historic setting.

  • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour, designed for a more interactive and personalized experience—ask questions, dive deep, and take your time.

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  • Go behind the scenes at Madrid’s majestic Liria Palace with a guided tour in Spanish, led by an official expert on the House of Alba.

  • Walk through sumptuous rooms filled with priceless artworks, including Goya’s portraits and Velázquez’s depiction of the young Infanta Margarita.

  • Don’t miss the temporary exhibition Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos, where bold contemporary installations contrast beautifully with the palace’s historic setting.

  • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour, designed for a more interactive and personalized experience—ask questions, dive deep, and take your time.

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€38
Liria Palace exterior with Madrid hop on hop off bus in foreground.
Staircase inside Liria Palace, Madrid, featuring ornate architecture and elegant design.
Liria Palace library in Madrid with ornate bookshelves and historical artifacts.
Tourists on Madrid hop-on-hop-off bus tour passing by iconic city landmarks
Madrid city tour hop-on hop-off bus passing by historic architecture.
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Large paintings in Liria Palace
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
HopOn HopOff bus in Madrid cityscape near historic landmarks.
Tourists on Madrid Hop-On Hop-Off bus near Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Liria Palace room interior with ornate ceiling and classic furnishings, Madrid.
Picture of the painting "Natividad" (Christmas) by Italian painter Luca Giordano, Liria Palace, Madrid
Red double-decker hop-on hop-off bus in Madrid cityscape near historic buildings.
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  • Step inside aristocratic Madrid at Liria Palace, then hop on an open-top bus to explore the city's must-see sights across two scenic tour routes.

  • Discover Goya, Velázquez, El Greco, and more with an audio-guided tour of Liria Palace, home to centuries-old art, some from the 18th century.

  • Bold, whimsical, and unmissable—Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition brings a playful contemporary twist to Liria Palace’s historic setting.

  • Cruise past over 30 Madrid landmarks like Puerta del Sol and the Prado Museum with access to two loops on a 60 to 90-min non-stop bus tour.

  • Enjoy free Wi-Fi, onboard audio guides in 14 languages, and walking and bike tours—all part of your bus tour experience.

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  • Step inside aristocratic Madrid at Liria Palace, then hop on an open-top bus to explore the city's must-see sights across two scenic tour routes.

  • Discover Goya, Velázquez, El Greco, and more with an audio-guided tour of Liria Palace, home to centuries-old art, some from the 18th century.

  • Bold, whimsical, and unmissable—Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition brings a playful contemporary twist to Liria Palace’s historic setting.

  • Cruise past over 30 Madrid landmarks like Puerta del Sol and the Prado Museum with access to two loops on a 60 to 90-min non-stop bus tour.

  • Enjoy free Wi-Fi, onboard audio guides in 14 languages, and walking and bike tours—all part of your bus tour experience.

from €51
€48.20

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Royal Palace of Madrid exterior with tourists, part of Combo tour with Liria Palace tickets.
Royal Palace of Madrid exterior with tourists, part of Combo tour with Liria Palace tickets.
Tourists at Royal Palace of Madrid courtyard, part of combo tour with Royal Collections Gallery.
Photos and paintings in a room in Liria Palace
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Artwork in Liria Palace, Madrid
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Royal dining room in the Royal Palace of Madrid with ornate chandeliers and regal table setting.
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Golden-framed painting in Liria Palace, Madrid, showcasing historical art.
Royal items and artworks in Liria Palace
Trinket box furniture piece, Liria Palace, Madrid
Armory display in Doge's Palace, Venice, featuring historical weapons and armor.
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  • Discover two of Madrid’s most iconic palaces with one great-value combo ticket that brings Spain’s royal and aristocratic heritage to life.

  • Wander through 14 rooms at Liria Palace, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and a rare first edition of Don Quixote.

  • Your Liria Palace audio guide covers 200 artworks, the Joana Vasconcelos exhibition, and access to the private chapel and gardens.

  • Skip the lines and explore the Royal Palace of Madrid’s 3,400 rooms, packed with royal treasures, art, and centuries of Spanish history.

  • Stroll through the elegant Sabatini Gardens, a neoclassical gem beside the Royal Palace, featuring manicured hedges and tranquil fountains.

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  • Discover two of Madrid’s most iconic palaces with one great-value combo ticket that brings Spain’s royal and aristocratic heritage to life.

  • Wander through 14 rooms at Liria Palace, home to masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, and a rare first edition of Don Quixote.

  • Your Liria Palace audio guide covers 200 artworks, the Joana Vasconcelos exhibition, and access to the private chapel and gardens.

  • Skip the lines and explore the Royal Palace of Madrid’s 3,400 rooms, packed with royal treasures, art, and centuries of Spanish history.

  • Stroll through the elegant Sabatini Gardens, a neoclassical gem beside the Royal Palace, featuring manicured hedges and tranquil fountains.

from €39
€37.05

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Tickets to Liria Palace and Royal Collections gallery, Madrid
Liria Palace room interior with ornate ceiling and classic furnishings, Madrid.
Staircase inside Liria Palace, Madrid, featuring ornate architecture and elegant design.
Tourists exploring the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Royal Collections Gallery, a unique combo tour in Spain
Visitors exploring art pieces inside Royal Collections Gallery, Madrid.
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery showcasing the historic Coche Corona Real carriage from 1829-1833
Liria Palace exterior with visitors using audio guides in Madrid, Spain.
Tourists exploring the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid, a highlight of the Combo Royal Palace of Madrid + Royal Collections Gallery tour
Inside Royal Collections Gallery
Liria Palace interior with ornate ceiling and chandeliers, Madrid.
Sculpture at Liria Palace
Beautiful woven tapestry at display in Liria Palace, Madrid
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  • Two remarkable landmarks, one ticket—get closer to Spanish nobility at Liria Palace and uncover royal treasures at the Royal Collections Gallery.

  • Masterpieces by Goya, El Greco, and Velázquez come to life at Liria Palace through an immersive audio-guided tour through its lavish interiors.

  • Where baroque halls meet bold imagination—Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition transforms Liria Palace into a modern art playground.

  • Skip the lines at the Royal Collections Gallery and peek at everything from royal armor to Caravaggio’s brushstrokes, across three spectacular museum levels.

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  • Two remarkable landmarks, one ticket—get closer to Spanish nobility at Liria Palace and uncover royal treasures at the Royal Collections Gallery.

  • Masterpieces by Goya, El Greco, and Velázquez come to life at Liria Palace through an immersive audio-guided tour through its lavish interiors.

  • Where baroque halls meet bold imagination—Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition transforms Liria Palace into a modern art playground.

  • Skip the lines at the Royal Collections Gallery and peek at everything from royal armor to Caravaggio’s brushstrokes, across three spectacular museum levels.

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€35.88

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Tourists exploring the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Royal Collections Gallery, a unique combo tour in Spain
Tourists exploring the grandeur of the Royal Palace of Madrid, a highlight of the Combo Royal Palace of Madrid + Royal Collections Gallery tour
Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery showcasing the historic Coche Corona Real carriage from 1829-1833
Inside Royal Collections Gallery
Visitors exploring art pieces inside Royal Collections Gallery, Madrid.
Tourists exploring art with Skip-the-Line Tickets at the Royal Collections Gallery
Tourists exploring art at the Royal Collections Gallery with Skip-the-Line Tickets in London, UK
Tourists exploring the Royal Palace of Madrid and the Royal Collections Gallery, admiring the historic architecture and art pieces
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  • Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.

  • Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.

  • Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.

  • Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.

  • Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).

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  • Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.

  • Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.

  • Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.

  • Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.

  • Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).

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About Liria Palace

At Liria Palace, history is still very much alive and lived in. From walls dripping with old masters to a library packed with literary legends, this palace wraps Spain’s cultural heritage in gold-gilded charm. Expect old-world elegance with a touch of “Oh my god, that’s a first-edition Don Quixote!”


Address
C. de la Princesa, 20, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Also known as
The Little Brother of the Royal Palace
Year opened
1785
Founded by
Ventura Rodríguez and Louis Guilbert
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Maria Soledad Martín Navarro
ES

Maria

4/5
Spain
Great visit and important works of art, the library is fantastic and the palace is very beautiful. The fact that it is still inhabited makes it even more special.
José Antonio García Sánchez
ES

José

4/5
Spain
The purchase and reservation of the tickets was easy but to my surprise it did not allow me to download them directly from my email to print and I had by OBLIGATION that I did not choose to download an application and in my opinion it seems to me an IMPOSED obligation and it is not logical to me.
Ana isabel Rodriguez Ruiz
ES

Ana

5/5
Spain
All very well organized and very pleasant visit, both by the staff and by the dependencies of the Palace that are visited. It is worth it.
Guillermo Duque
CO

Guillermo

4/5
Colombia
El conocimiento de la chica que nos dio el tour!! Cuando alguien le hace una pregunta ella porque tiene un excelente conocimiento del tema ..contesta expandiendo la pregunta, lo cual me indica que domina con amplitud el tema.
MARIA CARMEN ELENA CIRUELOS
ES

Maria

5/5
Spain
I loved the Palacio de Liria. I really enjoyed the temporary exhibition at the time of Joana Vasconcelos. Highly recommended.
MARGARITA BARAMBIO MIGUEL

Margarita

5/5
Nos ha encantado, es un recorrido gebial para poder conocer la historia fe lacasa de Alba y los acontecimientos históricos en los que ha estado presente y a pesan son conocidos
Ana Isabel Moreno Muela
ES

Ana

5/5
Spain
The building is wonderful, I really like the idea that it is not visible from the courtyard of the Royal Palace. The permanent exhibition is great
Celsa Hervas Nuñez
ES

Celsa

4/5
Spain
I found it a little thick, The audio guides were not of great help, otherwise it is a great exhibition [ Austrias y Borbones ] to value and remember.
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