Beside Madrid’s Royal Palace, the Galería de las Colecciones Reales traces six centuries of royal collecting through around 40,000 objects. Its exhibitions explore the Austrian and Bourbon monarchs, with historical context to help make sense of the collections. Videos explain how Spain’s royal palaces evolved and add background on the monarchy. The gallery occupies a three-storey building built into the slope next to the palace. An on-site café gives you a place to pause between galleries.
A gallery built beside the palace
The Galería de las Colecciones Reales opened in 2023 beside Madrid’s Royal Palace. From outside, the building can be easy to overlook beside the palace. Inside, it extends across three storeys, built into the slope next to the royal complex.
Royal collections and historical context
The gallery brings together around 40,000 objects from six centuries of collections. Its exhibitions cover the Austrian and Bourbon monarchs, setting the objects within the history of the royal collections. Videos explain how royal palaces changed over time and provide further context on Spain’s monarchy.
The scale of the collection calls for time to explore. The on-site café provides a place to rest during a visit.
FAQ
Where is the Galería de las Colecciones Reales?
It is at C. de Bailén, beside the Royal Palace in central Madrid.
When is admission free?
Admission is free from 6 pm to 8 pm Monday to Thursday.
What can you see inside the gallery?
The collection spans six centuries and includes exhibitions on the Austrian and Bourbon monarchs. Videos cover the evolution of royal palaces and Spain’s monarchy.
