VISIT THE LÁZARO GALDIANO MUSEUM

A unique museum in the heart of Madrid
Opened in 1951, the Museo Lázaro Galdiano is housed in the palace of Navarrese collector and publisher José Lázaro Galdiano (1862-1947). Located on Calle Serrano, this museum is less well known than the big names on the Paseo del Arte, but its intimate atmosphere and wealth of collections make it a real attraction.

Why visit?
The museum exhibits over 4,800 works: paintings, sculptures, jewellery, textiles, weapons, coins and precious books. Among the artists represented are Goya, Velázquez, El Greco, Bosch, Zurbarán and Murillo. It's an ideal place for art lovers to explore exceptional works in a quieter setting than the big museums.

A brief history and anecdotes
José Lázaro Galdiano was a great publisher and patron of the arts in modern Spain. His Madrid home, nicknamed the "Paradise of the Fine Arts", was bequeathed to the Spanish state along with his entire collection. Anecdote: some of the pieces in his collection are unique, such as a 15th-century jewel in the shape of a winged dragon and an illuminated medieval manuscript.

What can you do there?
- Discover the masterpieces of Goya, Velázquez and El Greco
- Explore the collections of goldsmiths, weapons and jewellery
- Admire the library and its rare manuscripts
- Stroll through the palace gardens, a haven of peace

Where is it?
📍 Calle de Serrano, 122, 28006 Madrid, Spain
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Practical advice
- General admission: approx. €7 (discounts available)
- Allow 1h30 to 2h for the complete visit
- The museum is often quiet, ideal for admiring works at your own pace
- Easily accessible by metro (Gregorio Marañón station)

To discover around
- Sorolla Museum (just a few minutes' walk away)
- Rue Serrano and its elegant boutiques
- National Archaeological Museum
- Retiro Park (about 20 minutes away)

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