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Step inside Madrid’s best-kept secret—Liria Palace. Explore the grandeur of this neoclassical marvel, home to centuries of Spanish art and aristocratic charm. With guided tours, immersive audio guides, and exclusive combo tickets including the Royal Palace, Royal Collections Gallery, and panoramic bus tours, your royal Madrid experience begins here.
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Liria Palace facade with neoclassical architecture in Madrid, surrounded by lush greenery.

Liria Palace Entry Tickets

Explore at your pace
Audio guide

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

from
€38
Slide 1 of 16, Photos and paintings in an ornate room at Liria Palace, featuring classic art and elegant furnishings.
Photos and paintings in an ornate room at Liria Palace, featuring classic art and elegant furnishings.

Liria Palace Guided Tour

1 hr 20 mins
Audio guide

  • 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.

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

More details

  • 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.

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

from
€38
Slide 1 of 8, Royal Collections Gallery entrance in Madrid with modern architecture.
Royal Collections Gallery entrance in Madrid with modern architecture.

Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery

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Audio guide

  • 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).

More details

  • 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).

from
€17.06

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Liria Palace only allows a limited number of visitors per slot—book your tickets in advance, especially during weekends or holidays.

Photography isn’t permitted inside the palace, so soak in the art with your eyes and maybe journal it later like a true noble.

Book combo tickets to other iconic spots, such as the Royal Palace, Royal Collections Gallery, and more, to save time and money.

The first two floors of the palace are wheelchair accessible and offer audio guides. For a smoother experience, mention any special needs while booking.

Keep an eye on the official site or event listings for limited-time art installations or concerts, these are often included in select tour slots.

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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!”

AddressC. de la Princesa, 20, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Also known asThe Little Brother of the Royal Palace
Year opened1785
Founded byVentura RodrĂ­guez and Louis Guilbert
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Home to 18,000+ rare volumes, Liria’s library includes a first-edition Don Quixote, Columbus’s letters and maps, and King Ferdinand II’s will. It’s basically the VIP lounge of Spanish history.

Bombed and burned during the Spanish Civil War, the palace was rebuilt from just four surviving walls. Today, it stands fully restored—grander than ever.

Since 2019, visitors can tour 12+ rooms still used by the Duke of Alba’s family. It’s a rare museum where people actually still live with the art.

In 2024, Liria’s Versailles-inspired gardens opened to the public for the first time, complete with mythological statues, sphinxes, and a touch of aristocratic mystery.

Legends like Boccherini, Tchaikovsky, and Strauss wrote music for Liria. Tours now feature soundscapes and stories that make every room sing—literally.

Why visit Liria Palace?

Artistic masterpieces

Admire works by Goya, Velázquez, El Greco, and Rubens, all under one roof.

Historical library

Explore a collection boasting over 18,000 prints, including a first edition of Don Quixote and manuscripts by Christopher Columbus. 

Architectural splendor

Marvel at the neoclassical design, a collaboration between architects Louis Guilbert and Ventura RodrĂ­guez. 

Living history

Experience a palace still inhabited by the Duke of Alba, offering a rare glimpse into contemporary aristocratic life.

Exclusive exhibitions

Witness contemporary art juxtaposed with classic masterpieces in temporary exhibitions that happen regularly. 

Plan your visit

Main entrance

The main entrance to Liria Palace is located at Calle de la Princesa, 20, 28008 Madrid, Spain. Visitors can enter through a clearly marked gate on Calle Princesa, with signage guiding you toward the reception and start point of the guided tours.

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What our guests say

Walter F

Argentina
Couple
Last week
Admission on the day was super quick, and we were able to enjoy the changing of the guard that day. The visit to the palace and the weapons museum was excellent.

Combo: Liria Palace + Skip-the-Line Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets

Joao R

Spain
Family
Jul 2026
The Royal Palace of Madrid is truly extraordinary. The part open to the public is a sight to behold. In addition to the Palace, you can also visit the Royal Armory, where you can see a collection of countless suits of armor belonging to the various kings who have lived there. The admission fee was well worth it. After the tour, there’s also a section of the gardens you can explore, which I highly recommend. As for the Almudena Cathedral, which is right across the street, I only saw it from the outside—I just don’t understand why you’d pay €8 to enter a Christian church. But some people do pay.

Combo: Liria Palace + Skip-the-Line Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets

Antonio C

Couple
May 2026
Perfect organization, punctuality, and clear communication over the headset—and Madrid is wonderful, though a bit chaotic!!!

Combo: Liria Palace Tickets + Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Shamyla R

Spain
Couple
May 2026

+1 more

Visiting the stunning Royal Palace of Madrid — where history, beauty, and royalty come alive. 🇪🇸 Lost in the elegance of Royal Palace a true masterpiece of Spain.

Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery

Janet J

Spain
Couple
Sep 2026
Everything lovely, the palace is beautiful, the guide very nice, knowledgeable and helpful. But I wish there had been the possibility of a guide in English, as I went with an English companion and I had to translate throughout the tour, and I imagine there are English speaking visitors who would like the option of an English speaking personal guide. Otherwise, it was lovely.

Liria Palace Entry Tickets

Vicente M

Spain
Couple
Jun 2026
An excellent explanation by our guide, Javier, with answers illustrated by historical facts and events concerning the De Alba family, its notable figures across different centuries, and the political and social contexts of various eras. The wealth of paintings, sculptures, tapestries, furniture, documents, and decorative elements transports us to a unique palace of great significance in the history of Spain.

Liria Palace Entry Tickets

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