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Gaviria Palace

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    This 19th-century palace is located on Calle Arenal, a stone’s throw from Puerta del Sol. Built between 1846 and 1847 by architect Aníbal Álvarez Bouquel, it was commissioned by banker and stockbroker Manuel Gaviria y Douza, Marquis of Gaviria. One of the most sumptuous palaces of its time, it is an example of Palazzo style architecture.

    Inaugurated by Queen Isabel II in 1851, it was well-known for the parties it hosted, which could be seen by passers-by through the balconies. Boasting a wonderful interior, particularly noteworthy are the frescoes in the exhibitions rooms, painted by Joaquín Espalter y Rull. The building was declared a Place of Cultural Interest in 1977.

    Between 1991 and 2011, it housed one of the city’s most popular nightclubs. After a large renovation, it reopened in 2017 as an exhibition space for Arthemisia, an Italian company specialising in the production, organisation and staging of major exhibitions.

    Last updated: 22/12/2022
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    Tourist Information
    Address
    Calle
    del Arenal, 9
    28013
    Tourist area
    Austrias
    Telephone
    (+34) 910 600 800
    Fax
    Metro
    Ópera (L2, L5, R)
    Sol (L1, L2, L3)
    Bus
    002, M1, SE712
    Cercanías (local train)
    Madrid-Sol
    BiciMAD bike-share scheme

    Docking Stations:

    - Plaza de Celenque, 1

    - Calle Mayor, 20

    - Calle Carretas, 8

    - Puerta del Sol, 1

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