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Palacio de Velázquez

ArtOpen until 9pmFreeRetiro (Line 2)

这座铁与玻璃结构的展馆由建筑师Ricardo Velázquez Bosco于1883年为国家矿业博览会设计建造,是当年博览会各展馆中唯一留存至今的一座。它坐落在丽池公园湖畔,如今作为Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía的卫星展览空间,举办大型当代艺术临时展览,并免费向公众开放。新古典主义风格的砖砌外墙、玻璃穹顶以及Zuloaga陶瓷装饰,使建筑本身与其中的艺术作品同样引人入胜。

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Getting there

Palacio de Velázquez, Parque de El Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain

Nearest station: Retiro (Line 2), Ibiza (Line 9), Estación del Arte (Line 1)

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Hours

Winter hours (Oct-Mar) 1 October – 31 March 2027, 10:00–18:00

Mon10:00–21:00
Tue10:00–21:00
Wed10:00–21:00
Thu10:00–21:00
Fri10:00–21:00
Sat10:00–21:00
SunToday10:00–21:00

Admission

Free

Free admission year-round to both Palacio de Velázquez and Palacio de Cristal exhibitions.

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Visitor Information

Is Palacio de Velázquez free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Palacio de Velázquez is free. Free admission year-round to both Palacio de Velázquez and Palacio de Cristal exhibitions.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Palacio de Velázquez?
Palacio de Velázquez is open Open daily 10:00-21:00 (Apr-Sep) and 10:00-18:00 (Oct-Mar); visitors asked to leave 10 min before closing. Free entry year-round. Closed 1 & 6 Jan, 1 May, 25 Dec; shortened hours (closes 17:00) on 24 & 31 Dec.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Palacio de Velázquez?
Palacio de Velázquez is located at Palacio de Velázquez, Parque de El Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain, in the Retiro area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Retiro (Line 2), Ibiza (Line 9), Estación del Arte (Line 1).
What can I see at Palacio de Velázquez?
这座位于丽池公园、建于1883年的玻璃砖砌矿业展馆,如今由Reina Sofía运营,是一处免费开放的当代艺术展厅。 Current highlights include Fernando Sánchez Castillo: The Wayward Pearl.
Do I need to book Palacio de Velázquez in advance?
Palacio de Velázquez is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free admission year-round to both Palacio de Velázquez and Palacio de Cristal exhibitions.. 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 Palacio de Velázquez?
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.

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