Galería de las Colecciones Reales

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The Art of Safekeeping

Chests, caskets, coffers, trunks and cases from Patrimonio Nacional's royal palaces, monasteries and convents: centuries of furniture made to safeguard its contents.

Now showing26 Oct – 21 Feb 2027€14

Permanent Collections

Birth of Jesus

One of the oldest tapestries in the Spanish royal collections, a Flemish-made triptych gifted to Queen Isabella I around 1492.

Permanent collection€14

The Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary

A 17th-century Mexican enconchado combining oil paint with inlaid mother-of-pearl, depicting the Virgin surrounded by Lauretan Litany symbols.

Permanent collection€14

Salome with the Head of John the Baptist

Caravaggio's dramatic Baroque painting of Salome receiving the Baptist's severed head, painted during his exile in Naples, c. 1607.

Permanent collection€14

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Visitor Information

How much does Galería de las Colecciones Reales cost?

Standard adult admission to Galería de las Colecciones Reales is €14. Reduced €7 (ages 5–16, students to 25, over 65); temporary-exhibition-only ticket €8; combined ticket with the Royal Palace €24 (€12 reduced); free entry Mon–Thu 18:00–20:00, excluding holidays.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Galería de las Colecciones Reales?

Galería de las Colecciones Reales is open Mon–Sat 10:00–20:00; Sun & bank holidays 10:00–19:00; free entry Mon–Thu 18:00–20:00 (excl. holidays). Reduced hours 10:00–15:00 on 24 & 31 Dec; closed 25 Dec.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Galería de las Colecciones Reales?

Galería de las Colecciones Reales is located at Calle de Bailén, s/n, 28013 Madrid, Spain, in the Palacio area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Ópera (Metro L2, L5, R), Príncipe Pío (Metro L6, L10 / Cercanías C1, C7, C10) and Plaza de España (Metro L2, L3, L10).

What can I see at Galería de las Colecciones Reales?

Madrid's newest museum: five centuries of royal treasures beside the Royal Palace, in an award-winning granite building. Current highlights include Birth of Jesus, The Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary and Salome with the Head of John the Baptist.

Do I need to book Galería de las Colecciones Reales in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Galería de las Colecciones Reales?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.