Museo Sorolla

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Tras la casa del artista. Arquitecturas del Museo Sorolla (1905-2026)

The opening show of the new extension traces Sorolla's house from its 1905 design with architect Repullés to today, through paintings, drawings, plans, letters and photographs.

Now showing15 Oct – 10 Jan 2027Free

Permanent Collections

The Andalusian Patio

A tiled courtyard at the back of the garden, centred on an octagonal Triana-tile fountain, that once lit Sorolla's studio and the salon and is lined with Talavera ceramic dado and Manises panels.

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The Salon

The house's most elegant room, with marble floors and a glazed rotunda overlooking the garden, decorated by Sorolla with family portraits including "Mi mujer y mis hijos" and a Tiffany glass ceiling lamp.

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The Garden

Sorolla designed his own garden in three linked sections inspired by the Alcazar of Seville and the Generalife in Granada, with fountains, a pergola, and the sculpture group "Fuente de las Confidencias".

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Sala III - Sorolla's Studio

The artist's light-flooded studio, one of the best-preserved painter's workshops in Europe, still holding his easels, brushes and personal effects alongside major canvases such as "Paseo a orillas del mar".

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Visitor Information

Is Museo Sorolla free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Museo Sorolla is free. Free entry for all visitors and groups; tickets only at the museum ticket desk, no online booking.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Museo Sorolla?

Museo Sorolla is open Open since 15 October 2026, limited to the new extension building (entrance Calle Zurbano 68); the historic house remains closed for rehabilitation. Tue-Sat 09:30-20:00, Sundays and public holidays 10:00-15:00, closed Mondays. Last entry 45 minutes before closing. Closed 1 and 6 January, 1 May, and 24, 25 and 31 December. Free entry.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museo Sorolla?

Museo Sorolla is located at Calle Zurbano, 68, 28010 Madrid, Spain, in the Chamberí area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Gregorio Marañón (Metro 7, 10), Rubén Darío (Metro 5) and Iglesia (Metro 1).

What can I see at Museo Sorolla?

Painter Joaquín Sorolla's Madrid home and studio, filled with his luminous seaside canvases and Andalusian gardens. Current highlights include Tras la casa del artista. Arquitecturas del Museo Sorolla (1905-2026), The Andalusian Patio and The Salon.

Do I need to book Museo Sorolla in advance?

Museo Sorolla is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free entry for all visitors and groups; tickets only at the museum ticket desk, no online booking.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Museo Sorolla?

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.