Sorolla Museum
Museo Sorolla
The former home and studio of “the painter of light” Joaquín Sorolla, with his beach paintings bathed in sunlight and an Andalusian-style garden.
This was the home of Spanish Impressionist painter Joaquín Sorolla, preserved as it was, with his studio, living room and the Andalusian-style garden he designed himself. The museum displays masterpieces that capture Mediterranean sunlight, including “Strolling Along the Beach.” The museum is small but refined. Admission is only about €3, and it is free on Saturday afternoons and Sundays, though expect queues on busy days. Open Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 to 20:00 and Sunday 10:00 to 15:00, closed Mondays. Located in the Chamberí district, about a 5-minute walk from Iglesia or Rubén Darío metro stations.
Opening hours
Tue–Sat 09:30–20:00; Sun 10:00–15:00
Nearby sights
- National Archaeological Museum
- Chueca
- Malasaña
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Plaza de Cibeles & Cibeles Palace
- Gran Vía
- Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum