Discover three charming Madrid Museums on an exclusive private tour led by Irina Karasenko, director and licensed guide of Madrid Tourist Guides.
Experience a unique journey through the Museum of Romanticism, Cerralbo Museum, and Lázaro Galdiano Museum, where you’ll immerse yourself in the fascinating legacy of renowned art collectors and the cultural treasures they left to the capital of Spain.
Museum of Romanticism
You will step back in time to 19th-century Spain at the Museum of Romanticism, founded by the visionary Marquis of Vega Inclán. Explore this Temple of Romanticism with over 16,000 pieces that capture the daily life, customs, and passion of the Upper Bourgeoisie. Our private tour will reveal the vibrant personalities and cultural movements that shaped Spanish Romanticism.
Cerralbo Museum
Next, you will explore the opulent Cerralbo Museum, a magnificent palace built in 1893 by the Marquis of Cerralbo, a prominent art collector who transformed his residence into a private gallery for his friends. As we tour its 37 grand rooms, you’ll discover rare numismatic pieces, stunning furniture, ceramics, armor, paintings, and archaeological artifacts that tell the story of the Marquis’ life and legacy.
Lázaro Galdiano Museum
Finally, you will visit the luxurious Lázaro Galdiano Museum, housed in the beautiful Palacete Parque Florido, named after Lázaro Galdiano’s wife, Paula Florido. Galdiano, Spain’s wealthiest man in the early 20th century, was an influential art collector and cultural figure. On our private tour, you’ll admire his extraordinary collection of over 4,800 pieces, including silver, bronze sculptures, and masterpieces from Spanish painters like Goya. You will marvel at exquisite miniatures, glassware, and art objects that reflect Spain’s rich artistic heritage.
As you can see, our private tour offers an unforgettable cultural experience through three of Madrid’s best museums, showcasing the life, art, and influence of the above renowned art collectors.
The true highlight of our tour through these three phenomenal museums is the exclusive insight you’ll gain into the lives and legacies of their remarkable founders. This unique, behind-the-scenes information isn’t easily accessible elsewhere, ensuring a richer, more enjoyable experience that brings their stories to life.
Let Madrid Tourist Guides make your visit extraordinary!