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Guided Tours

Liria Palace Guided Tour

  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, on the palace floors, or obstruct the passage. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.
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1 hr 20 mins
Audio guide
  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, on the palace floors, or obstruct the passage. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Inclusions #

  • 90-minute guided tour of Liria Palace

  • Spanish-speaking guide

  • Entry to Liria Palace

  • Small group tour of 15 guests

  • Digital audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Liria Palace facade with neoclassical architecture in Madrid, surrounded by lush greenery.
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Tickets

Liria Palace Entry Tickets

What to bring

  • Keep your entry tickets ready (digital or physical copies) and must be kept until the end of your visit for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Accessibility

  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.
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Check availability
Explore at your pace
Audio guide

What to bring

  • Keep your entry tickets ready (digital or physical copies) and must be kept until the end of your visit for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Accessibility

  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Inclusions #

  • Entry to Liria Palace

  • 90-minute guided tour of Liria Palace in Spanish (as per ticket selected)

  • Digital audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

Exclusions #

  • Tour guide (with the digital-guided tour)
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Liria Palace and Madrid hop-on hop-off bus tour.
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Madrid Panoramic Bus Tours

Combo (Save 6%): Liria Palace Tickets + Madrid Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Historic Madrid (Blue Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Last bus: 6:30pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Frequency: every 30 to 40 minutes
  • Popular stops: Temple of Debod, Palacio Real, Paseo del Prado

Modern Madrid (Green Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Last bus: 6:10pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Frequency: every 35 minutes
  • Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Natural History Museum, Nuevos Ministerios

Actual Madrid (Orange Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Frequency: every 35 minutes
  • Popular stops: Goya Street, Arabic House, Bullring Las Ventas

Walking tour (self-paid)

  • Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor
  • Frequency: Once every day
  • Duration: 2 hours
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Audio guide

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Historic Madrid (Blue Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Last bus: 6:30pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Frequency: every 30 to 40 minutes
  • Popular stops: Temple of Debod, Palacio Real, Paseo del Prado

Modern Madrid (Green Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Last bus: 6:10pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Frequency: every 35 minutes
  • Popular stops: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Natural History Museum, Nuevos Ministerios

Actual Madrid (Orange Route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 1 (Plaza de Neptuno)
  • Frequency: every 35 minutes
  • Popular stops: Goya Street, Arabic House, Bullring Las Ventas

Walking tour (self-paid)

  • Starting point: 10:45am from Plaza Mayor
  • Frequency: Once every day
  • Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions #

Liria Palace

  • Entry to Liria Palace (near stop 4, Historic route)

  • Digital audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

  • Small group tour of 10 guests

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

  • 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Madrid City Tour

  • Access to Historic (Blue), Modern (Green), and Actual (Orange) routes

  • 2-hour English or Spanish guided walking tour of the historic city centre

  • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Catalan, Japanese, Basque, Galician, Chinese, Russian & Dutch

  • Children’s audio guide in English and Spanish

  • Free Wi-Fi and headphones onboard

  • Free drink at La Quimera Tablao Flamenco

  • Discounts on attraction tickets and experiences

  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions #

Liria Palace

  • Tour guide

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

  • Entry tickets to attractions

What's not allowed

Liria Palace

  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, or obstruct the passage on the palace floors. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

  • Smoking, large suitcases, or packages are not allowed on the buses.

Accessibility

Liria Palace

  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, each bus can accommodate only one wheelchair.

Additional information

Liria Palace

  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Madrid Hop-on Hop-off

  • Small pets and animals in kennels or carriers are permitted onboard.
  • Kindly note that the guided walking tour includes a small fee and mandatory registration. More details will be available on the bus.
  • The complimentary drink can be availed after ticket validation on the bus.
  • Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, will be shared post-booking.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Royal Palace of Madrid exterior and Liria Palace interior room with red chairs and artwork.
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Combos

Combo (Save 8%): Liria Palace + Skip-the-Line Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets

Liria Palace

  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, on the palace floors, or obstruct the passage. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition is open till July 31, 2025.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Royal Palace Madrid

  • Food & beverages are not permitted on this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
  • The ticket is only valid for the day you have chosen for your visit.
  • Please keep in mind that your visits to certain sections of the palace may be timed.
  • The palace may be closed on special occasions for the celebration of official acts.
  • Entry is free between 5pm to 7pm (4pm to 6pm in winter) from Mon to Thu for citizens of the European Union, residents, and holders of a work permit. To avail, simply carry the required ID proof.
  • Expect a wait time of up to 1 to 2 hours on busy days before your experience begins.
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Check availability
Explore at your pace
Audio guide

Liria Palace

  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, on the palace floors, or obstruct the passage. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition is open till July 31, 2025.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Royal Palace Madrid

  • Food & beverages are not permitted on this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
  • The ticket is only valid for the day you have chosen for your visit.
  • Please keep in mind that your visits to certain sections of the palace may be timed.
  • The palace may be closed on special occasions for the celebration of official acts.
  • Entry is free between 5pm to 7pm (4pm to 6pm in winter) from Mon to Thu for citizens of the European Union, residents, and holders of a work permit. To avail, simply carry the required ID proof.
  • Expect a wait time of up to 1 to 2 hours on busy days before your experience begins.

Inclusions #

Liria Palace

  • Entry to Liria Palace

  • Access to a temporary exhibition: Flamboyant by Joana Vasconcelos

  • Digital audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

  • Small group tour of 10 guests

Royal Palace of Madrid

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Madrid

Exclusions #

Liria Palace

  • Tour guide

Royal Palace of Madrid

  • Access to the Royal Kitchen

  • Access to the Royal Collection Gallery

  • Tour guide or audio guide

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Liria Palace interior with paintings and view of Royal Collections Gallery, Madrid.
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Combos

Combo (Save 5%): Liria Palace + Skip-the-Line Royal Collections Gallery Tickets

Liria Palace

  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, on the palace floors, or obstruct the passage. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition is open till July 31, 2025.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Royal Collections Gallery

  • This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
  • The venue may occasionally be closed to visitors due to internal reasons.
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Check availability
Explore at your pace
Audio guide

Liria Palace

  • Food & beverages, sharp metallic tools or objects, weapons, large travel bags, backpacks, suitcases, and umbrellas are not allowed on this experience.
  • Note that you cannot touch restricted artworks and furniture, sit on chairs, on the palace floors, or obstruct the passage. Also, running around the rooms, smoking in patios, gardens, or indoor rooms is strictly not allowed.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
  • The ground and first floors are accessible. However, the gardens are not adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Children under 14 years must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • You can visit the on-site store only if you have Liria Palace tickets.
  • Joana Vasconcelos’ temporary exhibition is open till July 31, 2025.
  • The tour follows a free circular route, allowing visitors to admire both Vasconcelos' works and the palace's art collection, along with its gardens.
  • The digital audio guide can be downloaded at the start of the tour using a simple QR code. It features insights from Joana Vasconcelos herself.
  • Available facilities: cloak room/storage space.

Royal Collections Gallery

  • This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
  • The venue may occasionally be closed to visitors due to internal reasons.

Inclusions #

Liria Palace

  • Entry to Liria Palace

  • Access to a temporary exhibition: Flamboyant by Joana Vasconcelos

  • Digital audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

  • Small group tour of 10 guests

Royal Collections Gallery

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Collections Gallery

Exclusions #

Liria Palace and Royal Collections Gallery

  • Tour guide
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What makes Liria Palace a must-see?

It’s Madrid’s best-kept secret

While most visitors flock to royal palaces and popular plazas, few know that tucked away in the heart of Madrid is the private residence of the House of Alba. It’s a hidden gem where centuries of history, exquisite art, and aristocratic charm come together under one majestic roof.

Not your average royal digs

Liria Palace isn’t just another palace with chandeliers and gilded mirrors (though yes, they've got plenty of those too). It’s a real, lived-in family home—well, royal family home—so you’re getting the real deal here. Each room tells a personal story, complete with priceless furni­ture, historic portraits, and charming artifacts collected over centuries.

Art collection that rivals museums

Who needs a trip to the Prado when you’ve got Liria Palace tickets? Original masterpieces by Goya, Rubens, and Velázquez are just a few to name. The palace is like a gallery secretly hiding inside a palace, minus the velvet ropes.

From quiet palace to living history

Unlike grand state palaces bustling with crowds, Liria has an intimate, almost exclusive feel. You’ll walk its quiet hallways, explore fully furnished rooms as they’ve been for generations, and hear quirky stories about dukes and duchesses past. Did we mention Napoleon Bonaparte even has a presence here?

That garden, though…

Stepping out into the palace gardens feels like hitting the pause button. With classical sculptures, perfectly manicured greenery, and just the right amount of royal flair, it's the kind of place you'll want to sit with a book—or pretend you're starring in your own period drama.

Things to know before booking your tickets 

  • Liria Palace is where history and art high-five in velvet-draped hallways. Whether you’re there for the standard entry ticket or upgrading to the 90-minute Spanish guided tour, one thing’s for sure: you’re in for a treat.
  • The cherry on top? Every ticket comes with a digital audio guide featuring Joana Vasconcelos. Yes, the internationally acclaimed artist herself—expect wit, wisdom, and maybe a saucy secret or two.
  • Speaking of Joana, don’t miss the Flamboyant temporary exhibition that’s equal parts fabulous and thought-provoking. If you like your art with a splash of sass and a dose of dazzle, this one’s for you. Access it from 10am to 8pm, with last access at 6:30pm. However, it closes by 3pm on Monday. 
  • If you’re planning to make it a royal week, check out the combo tickets—Royal Palace of Madrid, the Royal Collections Museum, or even a panoramic tour with a top-rated operator. The best part? You don’t have to cram it all in one day—use the combo tickets whenever it suits your schedule.

Which Liria Palace ticket is best for you?

Entry tickets

  • Step into a palace where aristocrats once roamed—and where modern art now drops jaws. From glittering chandeliers to century-old tapestries, every hallway tells a story and looks great in your camera roll.
  • And just when you think you’ve walked into a slice of Madrid’s past, bam! You’re face to face with the bold, playful works of Joana Vasconcelos’s temporary exhibition. Think oversized heels, embroidered hearts, and art that makes you grin and think at the same time.
  • Self-paced, crowd-pleasing, and oh-so-aesthetic—this is history with a twist, topped with a 65-minute digital audio guide to keep you company.

Recommended tickets:

  • Liria Palace & Joana Vasconcelos Exhibition Tickets

Guided tour

  • Get set for a guided tour and meet your local expert—it’s storytime. As you stroll through the Liria Palace interiors and grand halls, your guide will serve up secret tales of the noble Alba family, art-world drama, and royal rendezvous.
  • It’s all in Spanish, so you’ll feel like a local while tipping your imaginary hat to centuries of history. And yes, the Joana Vasconcelos exhibition is on the menu—because where else can you see a French horn turned into a chandelier?
  • The small-group guided tour is complete with stories, secrets, and scandalous little details. Prefer to explore at your own pace? A 65-minute digital audio guide has your back. Either way, you’re in for a history lesson with personality.

Recommended tickets:

  • Liria Palace Official Guided Tour in Spanish

Combo tickets

More Madrid? Yes, please. The combo tickets are your all-access pass to stacked sightseeing—start your day at the lavish Liria Palace (Joana Vasconcelos’ show included), then top it off with one of the following:

  • Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid—Europe’s largest royal residence—and wander through glittering halls, grand staircases, and throne rooms fit for a king.
  • Step into the Royal Collections Gallery and marvel at centuries’ worth of priceless tapestries and treasures from Spain’s most powerful dynasties.
  • Or see it all from the top deck with a panoramic bus tour—cruising past plazas, palaces, and postcard-perfect views, complete with an audio guide in tow.

Recommended tickets:

  • Combo: Liria Palace + Skip-the-Line Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets
  • Combo: Liria Palace + Skip-the-Line Royal Collections Gallery Tickets
  • Combo: Liria Palace Tickets + Madrid Panoramic Bus Tour

Highlights of Liria Palace

Staircase inside Liria Palace, Madrid, featuring ornate architecture and elegant design.
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The grand staircase

Cue the royal soundtrack. This cinematic sweep of marble and gold is your dramatic entrance into the palace. Think Bridgerton meets Almodóvar. Commissioned in the 18th century and restored with loving precision, it sets the tone for the visual opulence throughout.

The throne room

Heavy is the head that wears the crown—but their chairs are nice. Dripping in pomp and pageantry, this gilded beauty once hosted royal audiences and high-stakes whispers. It is a slice of living history, where Spain's past power players made grand decisions under grander ceilings.

Library

Where silence is golden—and so are some of the book covers. With thousands of rare volumes, including a first edition of Don Quixote, prepare to be literarily awed. Lined with towering wooden shelves and antique globes, it’s also home to maps, manuscripts, and letters that have survived centuries.

The ballroom

If those crystal chandeliers could spin gossip, they would. This is where 19th-century nobility waltzed, wooed, and whispered. The parquet floors still carry echoes of centuries-old soirées, and if you look closely, you’ll spot gold-leaf detailing and intricate crown moldings.

The palace gardens

Need a breather? Step outside into curated calm. Designed in neoclassical style and studded with historic fountains and leafy alcoves, it's easy to see why aristocrats once strolled here, plotting politics or just the next dinner party.

The portrait gallery

This isn’t your average family album. Explore centuries of painted dukes and duchesses and dramatic fashion choices. With masterpieces by artists like Goya and Rubens and expressions that range from royal swagger to subtle shade, each face is part of the Alba family's historic timeline.

The chapel

Small in size, big on serenity. Intricate stained glass and religious art make this an oasis of peace in a palace buzzing with stories. Built as a private place of worship, its ornate altar, wooden pews, and quiet reverence offer a deeply personal glimpse into the spiritual lives of one of Spain's most influential families.

The viewpoint terrace

Sip in the skyline. With sweeping views of the city, the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, and more. Especially striking at sunset, this terrace offers a rare chance to see the city from a perspective only nobility once enjoyed. A breath of fresh air—literally and figuratively.

Flamboyant: Joana Vasconcelos exhibition (on till July 31)

Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos brings bold and bright sculptures to the palace. From monumental high heels made of pots and pans to crocheted creatures that feel half-fantasy, half-feminist statement. This temporary exhibition offers a modern twist to Liria’s old-world charm—a mashup that somehow works perfectly.

More about Flamboyant exhibition

Plan your visit to Liria Palace

Liria Palace exterior with lush garden in Madrid, Spain.
  • Monday: 10am to 3pm
  • Tuesday to Sunday: 10am to 8pm
  • Last entry: 6:30pm
  • Flamboyant exhibition: 10am to 3pm on Monday and 10am to 8pm from Tuesday to Sunday
  • Time to spend: Allocate about 2 to 3 hours to explore the palace thoroughly, including the main rooms and temporary exhibitions.
Detailed opening hours of Liria Palace

​Google Maps link to Liria Palace

  • By metro: The nearest metro station is Colón (Line 4), approximately 600 meters from the palace, about an 8-minute walk. From the station, head southwest on Calle de Génova toward Calle de Alcalá.
  • By bus: Bus lines 3, 5, 7, 14, 27, and 45 stop near Plaza de Colón, a 5-minute walk from the palace entrance.
  • By car: From central Madrid, take Calle de Alcalá or Paseo de la Castellana. Paid parking is available at nearby underground car parks such as Parking Plaza de Colón (300 meters away).
  • On foot: The palace is a 15-minute walk from Puerta del Sol and 10 minutes from Plaza Mayor, making it accessible for those staying in central Madrid.
Directions to Liria Palace
  • Weekdays: Tuesday to Thursday mornings (10am to 12pm) are the least crowded and offer a more intimate experience. Late afternoon visits (around 4pm) can be quieter, and natural light enhances the palace’s interiors.
  • Weekends: Expect larger crowds, especially in the afternoon; if visiting on weekends, aim for early opening hours.
  • Seasons: Spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) provide pleasant weather for walking around the palace gardens and nearby areas.
  • Avoid: National holidays and local festival days when the palace sees a spike in visitors.
Liria Palace exterior in Madrid, Spain.
  • Main entrance: Located on Calle de Alcalá, near Plaza de Colón. This is the primary visitor entrance with ticket counters and security checks.
  • Accessibility entrance: A dedicated accessible entrance is available adjacent to the main entrance, equipped with ramps and elevator access.
  • Nearby landmarks: The entrance is opposite the Jardines del Descubrimiento (Discovery Gardens), a useful point of reference.
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  • Cloakroom: Available near the main entrance for storing coats and small bags.
  • Restrooms: Located near the entrance and on the ground floor, fully accessible.
  • Wheelchair accessibility: Only the first and second floors of the palace are wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
  • Souvenir shop: Located near the exit, offering books, postcards, and memorabilia related to the palace and Spanish history.
  • ATMs: None inside the palace; nearby banks and ATMs are available around Plaza de Colón.
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  • Photography: Photography, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed inside the palace; taking pictures and videos is allowed only in the gardens. 
  • Prohibited items: Large backpacks, food, drinks, and sharp objects are not allowed inside.
  • Dress code: Smart casual attire is recommended; modest dress is appreciated as the palace is a historic and cultural site.
  • Baggage: Small bags are permitted but may be subject to security checks; cloakroom facilities are available.
  • Accessibility: Service animals are allowed; pets are not permitted.

Tips to make your Liria Palace visit hassle-free

  • Liria Palace guided tours are timed. You won’t be able to explore at your own pace, so follow your assigned group and soak in the details as you go—you can’t circle back.
  • The audio-guided tour (available in multiple languages with all the tickets) can be played using a simple QR code. You’ll thank yourself if you plug in your headphones—better audio quality, less distraction, and hands-free comfort.
  • Your visit covers multiple floors and rooms, and stops are standing only. There are no rest breaks until the end, so wear supportive shoes and be prepared to be on your feet the entire time.
  • There’s a Goya... but don’t blink. The interiors house original works by Goya, Rubens, and more. But it's easy to miss them if you're not paying attention, as they’re integrated into the décor, not standalone pieces. 
  • Cayetana Fitz-James Stuart, the former Duchess of Alba, lived at Liria Palace and held over 40 noble titles (more than Queen Elizabeth). Make sure to look for her portraits or ask your guide for more tidbits about her. 
  • Liria’s library has over 18,000 historical volumes, including Christopher Columbus’ very first letter from the New World. You can't read them, but knowing this rare archive is right there adds major historical weight to your visit.
  • The palace enforces a quiet, almost contemplative atmosphere. Whispered conversations are allowed, but avoid phone calls and noisy children if you're traveling in a group.
  • Visit in spring or autumn for the views. While interior visits dominate the experience, spring flowers around the palace entrance and milder weather make waiting or taking photos outside more pleasant and picturesque.
  • Last admission is at 6:30pm, and it's usually quieter than midday. Perfect if you enjoy slower-paced cultural visits or want better interior shots without crowds.

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Beyond Liria Palace

Royal Palace of Madrid

The Royal Palace of Madrid is Europe’s largest palace and houses 3,000 opulent rooms, grand staircases, and ceiling frescoes. Formerly home to Spanish monarchs, today it invites you to stroll through regal history.

Distance from Liria Palace: 1.9km (7 minutes by car)

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Royal Collections Gallery

This sleek museum unveils treasures from the Spanish crown, artwork by Goya and Caravaggio, and golden carriages. Set beside the palace, it is a stylish portal into Spain’s royal past, with more museum chic.

Distance from Liria Palace: 1.6km (5 minutes by car)

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Reina Sofia Museum

Reina Sofía is home to Picasso’s powerful Guernica and bold works by Dalí and Miró. Housed in a revamped hospital, this museum’s edgy vibe matches its vibrant collection. Surreal and a little weird—just how we like our modern art.

Distance from Liria Palace: 3.7km (12 minutes by car)

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Prado Museum

Meet legendary works by Velázquez, Goya, Rubens, and El Greco. Must-sees include Las Meninas and The Third of May 1808. Classic, dramatic, and unforgettable, this is art and history at its most beautiful.

Distance from Liria Palace: 4km (15 minutes by car)

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Frequently asked questions about Liria Palace tickets

You can choose from standard entry tickets, guided tour tickets, and guided combos with other attractions.