Liria Palace

About

The Liria Palace in Madrid is a hidden gem of Spanish aristocracy, serving as the official residence of the House of Alba. Built between 1767 and 1785, its Neoclassical design was crafted by architects Louis Guilbert and Ventura Rodríguez, the latter known for Madrid’s Cibeles and Neptuno fountains. The palace houses one of Spain’s most significant private art collections, featuring works by Goya, Velázquez, Murillo, Zurbarán, El Greco, Rubens, and Titian. Visitors can explore its twelve rooms, each adorned with sculptures, tapestries, and furniture, as well as a library containing rare manuscripts, including a first edition of Don Quixote and letters by Christopher Columbus. The palace offers guided tours, bringing history to life through music and dialogues of past figures. Recently, its former stables have been transformed into a contemporary art space, hosting temporary exhibitions.

Madrid Spain

Location

Liria Palace is located at Calle de la Princesa, 20, in the heart of Madrid, just a short walk from Plaza de España and the northern end of Gran Vía. The palace is surrounded by several notable sites: the Conde Duque Cultural Centre, a historic former military barracks now used for cultural events, is just steps away; Plaza Guardias de Corps and the Iglesia De La Inmaculada y San Pedro Claver are also nearby, as is the Museo ABC, which specializes in illustration and graphic arts. Within a few minutes’ walk, you’ll find the Museo Cerralbo, a historic house museum with an impressive art collection, and the Cuartel del Conde Duque, another significant cultural venue. The area is well-connected and central, making Liria Palace easily accessible and surrounded by Madrid’s vibrant cultural and historical attractions.