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Tickets to Liria Palace with Audio Guide & Access to Alba & Carter Tutankamon Exhibition
- Explore Liria Palace – one of Madrid’s private residences – with a multilingual audio guide and get access to the temporary Alba and Carter Tutankamon Exhibition.
- Marvel at one of the world's most distinguished private art collections with works of Goya, Velázquez, and Rubens, and observe the palace's neoclassical architectural flair.
- Walk through the Alba & Carter Tutankamon temporary exhibition, commemorating the centenary of one of the world’s greatest archeological discoveries.
- Spot original documents, artistic objects, photographs, and unpublished pieces that link the House of Alba and Egypt.
Inclusions
- Admission to Palace of Liria
- 65-min audio-guided tour
- Audio guide in 5 languages
- Access to Alba & Carter Tutankamon temporary exhibition
- Tip: Spot the large painting of the last Duchess of Alba as a child, riding a horse with cartoons of Mickey Mouse and the cat at the bottom!
- The temporary exhibition is present from Feb to Apr 2023.
- Each ticket is allocated a visit time. Once the visit has begun, access will not be possible so please arrive 10-min before the start of the visit.
- This experience is not suitable for those with visual and hearing difficulties.
- It’s recommended to wear casual attire. Shorts are not permitted inside the palace.
- Photography inside the palace is not permitted. However, you may shoot videos or take pictures only in the garden after the tour is over.
- The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Skip the Line Liria Palace Tickets with Audioguide
- Visit the Palace of Liria, the habitual residence of the Alba's Dukes and one of Madrid's most important architectonic buildings
- Hosting one of the world's most distinguished private art collections, gape at the works of famous artists like Goya, Velázquez, and Rubens
- Throw on your audio guides before you begin your venture through the Palace and begin your sensory experience
- Walk through the 14 main rooms, admire the lavish decorations, and the architectural flair exuded around every corner
- Your audio guide provides quite the sensory experience, using music, voice actors, and words. Drink it all in!
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line admission into Palace of Liria
- Audio guide
Exclusions
- Tour guide
The late Duchess of Alba, Cayetana de Alba, refurbished and reopened this Palace at her own expense after its destruction during the Spanish Civil War bombing?
English, French, German, Italian & Spanish
Ages 5yrs and below go free. Children aged 6-12yrs and senior citizens aged 65yrs and above enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID)
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Tour the storied Palacio de Liria Museum to learn about its origin, turbulent years, and restoration as the house of the 19th Duke of Alba, Carlos Fitz-James Stuart with an expert guide.
- It is one of the most significant homes in Madrid and a stunning architectural wonder that will captivate you.
- Discover one of the largest galleries filled with art, antiquities, furniture, paintings, and other items that are a testament to the palace's illustrious past.
Inclusions
- Guided tour
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Tip: The best time to visit Madrid would be during fall or spring when the weather would just be perfect to explore the city.
- In any event, visitors are not permitted to walk on the grass or damage any of the garden's plants or decorations.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Madrid is filled to the brim with a wealth of striking art collections, including museums, galleries, and exhibit rooms. Adorned by the most impressive array of private and government-owned artworks, these attractions make Madrid a goldmine of invaluable artworks. One such attraction is the Palace of Liria (or Palacio de Liria), located right in the heart of Madrid, in the neighbourhood of Conde Duque. This 18th-century city palace once served as the residence and headquarters of the House of Alba in Madrid.
100 Years Discovering Tutankhamun
The Liria Palace is hosting an exhibition called “100 Years Discovering Tutankhamun” from December 1st until April 30th. The exhibition commemorates the centenary of one of the great discoveries of world archaeology and focuses on the important role played by the XVII Duke of Alba in organizing conferences that renowned archaeologist Howard Carter gave on Tutankhamun’s tomb in Madrid in 1924 and 1928.
Schedule: December 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023
Timings: 10:15 AM to 12:45 PM and from 4:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Why Visit The Liria Palace
The private residence of the Alba family, the grand Liria Palace is packed with important artwork. Even though some relatives still live on the second floor, the Liria Palace flung open its doors to the public for a chance to delve into Spanish history. The Albas are de-facto royals among Spaniards, a fact emphasised by peeking into their collection of artwork and personal effects. Rich with historic pieces and antiques, one might consider it similar to the Royal Palace. Since this majestic treasure trove only recently opened its doors to the public in 2019, be one of the first for an inside look of the palace.
Your Liria Palace Tickets Explained
Book yourself tickets to the ever-glorious Liria Palace, an attraction that serves as the habitual residence of the Alba’s Dukes and the official headquarters of the Alba’s House Foundation. This ticket gives you skip-the-line access to the palace, ensuring you don’t while your time away waiting, and begin your journey through Spanish history right away.
As you walk through the palace, gasp at this marvelous building constructed by Sir. Ventura Rodríguez, and its touch of Neoclassicism and architectural brilliance. Throw on your audio guides, waltz through the attraction, and enjoy this sensory experience: as you walk through the heavily-adorned interiors, the audio guide lets you in on facts and anecdotes about the palace, its residents, and history. With artworks of Goya, Velázquez, and Rubens calling out to you, you’ll be swooning in the artistic brilliance of it all!
Why Book Liria Palace Tickets Online?
- Convenience: Not only do you get to book your Liria Palace tickets from the comfort of your home, but you also get to avoid the long entry lines at the attraction by booking your Liria Palace tickets online.
- Advance Booking: By booking your Liria Palace tickets online, you can plan your visit well in advance and book your tickets too. You need not worry about the tickets being sold out.
- Skip The Line Access: Booking your Liria Palace tickets here, you’ll get skip-the-line entry into the attraction, ensuring you can enter the palace right away.
- Discounts: If you book your Liria Palace tickets online, you will often come across attractive discounts.
Liria Palace Ticket Information
- Audio Guide Languages: English, French, German, Italian & Spanish.
- Discounted Tickets: Ages 5 and below enter the palace for free. Children aged 6-12 and senior citizens aged 65 and up enjoy reduced pricing on their tickets.
Reasons To Visit The Liria Palace
Collections of History
Experience the history of Spain’s most distinguished lineages at the Liria Palace. Peruse through documents, sculptures, tapestries, pictures, and other works as you roam the halls, and feel traces of centuries past. Get to know about this well-known family in Spain, along with major events that took place in Spanish history.
Archive
Perhaps the most outstanding part of the Liria Palace is its library. Divided into three large showcases with over 18,000 volumes, you’ll find the so-called ‘Bible of the Casa de Alba’, an edition of Don Quixote from 1605, the Columbus showcase (largest collection of Christopher Columbus’ autographs, letters, receipts), and valuable documents of the Dukes of Berwick, or James II of England.
Collections of Art
Stroll past decorative arts scattered across the rooms, including paintings, sculptures, tapestries, furniture, documents, engraving, and a large set of porcelain. Foremost are the paintings by great artists like Goya, Velázquez, Murillo, Zurbarán, El Greco, Ribera, Rubens, Titian, Palma Vecchio, Jan Brueghel the Elder, Madrazo and Winterhalter.
Rooms & Gardens
On this audio-guided tour, you’ll have access to the 14 main rooms, spread across the ground and first floors of the palace. Don’t forget to visit the palace gardens, one of the palace’s most sought-after areas, thanks to its English romantic aesthetic and a touch of French luxury with its large fountain in the centre.
Plan Your Visit To The Liria Palace
Here's all you need to know before heading out to the Liria Palace.
What are the opening hours for Liria Palace?
The palace is open 7 days a week and on bank holidays. There are various morning and afternoon tours available throughout the day.
What day is admission to the Liria Palace free of charge?
On Mondays, admission is free of charge (until the tour capacity is reached). This does not include public holidays.
When is the Liria Palace closed?
The Liria Palace remains closed on 1st, 5th & 6th January, 24, 25 & 31 December.
Liria Palace address: C. de la Princesa, 20, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Bus: The closest bus stop is Ventura Rodríguez, a 1-min walk to the palace. Buses 001, 1, 2 44, 62, 74, and more will bring you here.
Metro: The closest subway station is Ventura Rodríguez, a 1-min walk to the palace. Metro line 3 will bring you here.
Here are some of the restaurants near the Liria Palace:
- Cachapeishon (0.05 miles)
- Mutte (0.26 miles)
- Sushi&buey-okela Sanchinarro (0.26 miles)
- La Aventura de Alvarez Gato (0.44 miles)
- Radhuni Indian (0.51 miles)
- If you want to skip ticketing queues, it is advisable to buy these tickets online.
- It is strictly prohibited to take pictures inside the palace. You may, however, take pictures or shoot videos in the garden after your tour.
- Do not touch any of the artworks or lean against furniture or sit on chairs inside the palace.
- Please respect the safety distance from works of art and other pieces.
- Please set your phone to vibrate during your tour.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Liria Palace
Yes. You can book your Liria Palace tickets online as they now accept only digital reservations.
At the Liria Palace, you’ll find the works of Goya, Velázquez, Murillo, Zurbarán, El Greco, Ribera, Rubens, Titian, Palma Vecchio, Jan Brueghel, Elder, Madrazo, and Winterhalter.
Some of the Liria Palace’s former visitors include Winston Churchill, Theodore Roosevelt, Cole Porter, Igor Stravinsky, José Ortega y Gasset, Charlie Chaplin, Cole Porter, and Oscar Wilde.
Your Liria Palace ticket gives you access to all areas accessible by the public, dedicated skip-the-line access, and a handy audio guide.
Skip-the-line entry into the Liria Palace means you do not have to wait in ticketing queues and head right into the attraction (after a mandatory security check).
Your audio guide is available in English, French, German, Italian & Spanish.
The Liria Palace remains closed on 24, 25, 31 Dec and 1, 5 & 6 Jan.
This ticket to the Liria Palace cannot be canceled, amended or rescheduled.
Yes, discounts are available for this Liria Palace ticket. Ages 5 and below go for free. Children aged 6-12 and senior citizens aged 65yrs and above enjoy reduced ticket pricing. Make sure you carry a valid photo ID along.
No, they may not. Children under age 14 cannot enter the palace alone. They must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Yes, lockers are available at the Liria Palace. If you’re traveling with bags, you must leave all such items in the lockers before beginning your tour. Our lockers are 30 cm wide x 42 cm tall x 50 cm deep.
Photography and videography inside the palace is not allowed.
Yes, the Liria Palace is wheelchair accessible. While booking, you must give notice if any tickets are for people with reduced mobility. For logistics reasons, you must buy your ticket at least 48 hours in advance to ensure wheelchair access.
The Liria Palace is located at C. de la Princesa, 20, 28008 Madrid, Spain.
Yes, the Liria Palace is easily accessible by public transport. It can be reached by bus or metro, each station a quick walk to the palace.