Museo Sorolla, Madrid
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Description
The Sorolla Museum houses works by the artist Joaquín Sorolla and some of its family members in his original residential house in the Almagro district, in the north of Madrid. Several rooms are still furnished as they were back then, and the paintings are exhibited on the walls. Sorolla was a painter from the late 19th/early 20th century specializing in portraits and landscapes; he was the figurehead of the modern Spanish school of painting. Some of the works of his daughter Elena Sorolla García, a famous sculptor and painter, is also exhibited in the museum.
Access & Transport
The closest metro stations are 400-500m away: Gregorio Marañón (7, 10), Rubén Darío (5) and Iglesia (1). Bus is also an option with the stop "Museo Sorolla" (5, 16, 61) right in front of the entrance. There are 2 parking options nearby: Zurbano, 68 and General Martínez Campos, 42. Note that the museum occupies a listed building with split levels and is not accessible without being able to climb flights of stairs.
Instructions & Recommendations
The museum is walking distance to the Salamanca and Chueca neighbourhoods.
Environmental & Social
Environmentally neutral (no carbon footprint). Positive from a social perspective as the museum helps preserve the artistic heritage of the Sorolla family.
Conclusion
The Sorolla Museum is under the radar compared to some of Madrid's big names and it provides a very different experience - more intimate in many ways where visitors get a feel of the artist's surroundings and can admire many of his work directly on the wall. If you enjoy cultural activities in general or painting in particular, then this is clearly one activity to consider.
Key positive
Many high-quality paintings housed in a charming villa
Not a long visit and cheap entrance fee
Key negative
Can quickly feel crowded when a group arrives or on busy weekends
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. Access is challenging for visitors with reduced mobility due to the split levels and stair access.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 25m
est. visit time:1h 15m
Monday -
Tuesday09:30 - 20:00
Wednesday09:30 - 20:00
Thursday09:30 - 20:00
Friday09:30 - 20:00
Saturday09:30 - 20:00
Sunday10:00 - 15:00