Sorolla. Obras maestras del Museo Sorolla
This exhibition offers a rare chance to experience Joaquín Sorolla’s painting in Valencia, the region that shaped his artistic vision. Sorolla. Masterworks from the Museo Sorolla presents around sixty works that normally belong to the Museo Sorolla in Madrid and form the core of the artist’s legacy. Organised at Fundación Bancaja, the show takes visitors through Sorolla’s main themes: his early studies, family portraits, Mediterranean beach scenes, vibrant gardens and late landscapes. Seen together, these works reveal how he captured light, colour and movement in a uniquely modern way. Designed for both local audiences and visitors to the city, the exhibition is an ideal introduction to Sorolla as well as a must-see event for those who already know and admire his work.
Exhibition details
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Title: Sorolla. Masterworks from the Museo Sorolla
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Venue: Fundación Bancaja, Valencia.
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Dates: From 3 October 2025 through 8 February 2026.
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Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 16:30 to 20:30. (Closed Mondays)
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Works on display: Approx. 59 works travelling from Museo Sorolla in Madrid and one key work from Fundación Bancaja.
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Curatorial note: The exhibition is arranged in thematic/chronological sections: early studies in Valencia & Italy; artistic affirmation in Madrid; family portraits; Mediterranean seascapes; garden painting; and the final Mallorcan period.
Visitor information
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Tickets & access: Available at the venue. Details of pricing should be checked on the official website.
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Visitor-experience tips: Arrive early to enjoy the quieter morning hours; the afternoon session offers a more relaxed pace. Wear comfortable shoes for strolling through the galleries. Photography may be allowed in some sections - check onsite.
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Accessibility: The venue offers guided tours, and special programmes such as didactic workshops and mediated visits for schools, persons with disability, senior groups and at-risk groups.
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Groups & schools: Group visits are encouraged. Advance booking is recommended especially for educational or large groups to ensure guided support and sufficient space. For information and reservations, please contact: visitascomentadas@fundacionbancaja.es
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Location & transport: Fundación Bancaja is centrally located in Valencia. Visitors arriving by public transport or car should account for travel time and parking availability.
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Extra services: The exhibition is accompanied by a catalogue (with texts by the curator) and possible supplementary events (lectures, workshops, guided tours).
Why this exhibition matters
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It brings together works rarely displayed outside Madrid and offers a unique chance to see Sorolla’s key works in Valencia.
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It emphasises the artist’s foundational collection - works he and his wife Clotilde retained - and thus offers insight into what the artist himself valued.
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It provides both depth and breadth: from early academic studies to mature mastery of light, from intimate gardens to expansive seascapes.
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It enhances Valencia’s cultural offering by placing Sorolla’s legacy in his birthplace’s region, linking the artist to the local cultural identity.
Key take-aways for visitors
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Look out for emblematic works such as Paseo a la orilla del mar, El baño del caballo and La siesta.
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Notice how Sorolla’s brushwork and use of light evolve over time - early period vs later vibrant Mediterranean scenes.
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Explore how the exhibition connects portrait, landscape and social themes under the umbrella of luminous realism.
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Utilise the guided tours or audio-guide (if available) to gain deeper context about the work, the artist’s background and the collection history.