Can I visit the Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofía separately, or do I need to book them together?

You can visit all three separately, but the Art Walk Pass usually costs less overall and keeps the logistics simpler if you already want Madrid’s main art museums.

Do I have to see all three museums on the same day with a combo?

No. The Art Walk Pass is valid for one year from purchase, so you can spread the three museum visits across different days.

How much time should I leave between the museums?

Leave about 15–20 minutes between Prado and Thyssen, and 20–30 minutes between Prado and Reina Sofía if you’re walking and allowing for queues or voucher exchange.

What should I do if I’m visiting during peak season when all three museums might be crowded?

Book the pass before your travel dates and anchor the day around Prado’s timed entry. That reduces the toughest queue and makes the other two visits easier to place.

What happens if one experience is canceled due to weather?

Weather rarely affects these museums because they’re indoors. If a museum closes unexpectedly, rescheduling or refund terms depend on the ticket conditions booked.

Can I bring my own food or drinks?

No. Food and drinks aren’t allowed inside the museums, though each venue has nearby dining options or cafés for breaks between visits.

Are all three museums accessible for people with mobility issues?

Yes. All three museums are wheelchair-accessible, and the Prado adds ramps and elevators. Service animals are permitted under museum policies.

Paseo del Arte Pass: Madrid Museum Combo Tickets

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Art Walk Pass: Museo del Prado + Thyssen Bornemisza + Reina Sofia Entry Tickets

Unlock three world-class museums in Madrid’s Golden Triangle while saving money with one pass.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to the permanent collections at the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums, plus access to select temporary exhibitions at Prado and Reina Sofía. Discover masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí, and more at your own pace. Your pass is valid for a full year from purchase.
Why choose this: With one flexible pass, save up to 20%, and enjoy easy access as all three museums are within walking distance.

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Why combine the museums?

Walkable cluster

The Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofía sit along Paseo del Prado, so you can move between them on foot and keep your museum day smooth.

Full art arc

Prado covers Old Masters, Thyssen bridges Renaissance to 20th-century works, and Reina Sofía brings you into modern Spain. Together, they make Madrid’s art story easier to grasp.

Better value

Buying Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofía separately usually costs more. The Art Walk Pass bundles the 3 and can save about 20% without cutting core access.

One flexible window

The pass is valid for one year from purchase, so you don’t need to cram three museums into one afternoon just to make it worthwhile.

Less ticket friction

One pass keeps booking simpler, especially if you want Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art without juggling three separate purchases, three different entry rules, and extra planning.

The best ways to explore both

Aspect	Separate tickets	Combo tickets
Cost	Prado €18 + Thyssen €14 + Reina Sofía €12, about €44 total	Art Walk Pass from about €38, saving about 20%
Availability	Prado slots can tighten on busy dates; you also manage three booking flows	One product covers all three museums, with 1-year validity from purchase
Timeslots	Prado usually needs timed entry; the others may have their own check-in steps	Show the same pass at each museum; Thyssen allows direct entry, while Prado and Reina Sofía require voucher exchange
Convenience	Three confirmations, three entry rules, and more planning	One pass, one payment, and a simpler museum route
Flexibility	More control over exact dates and standalone upgrades	Less customizable, but easier if you want the three core museums without overplanning
Best for	Visitors only planning 1–2 museums or comparing each stop separately	Visitors wanting Madrid’s major art museums with clear savings and low planning effort

Making the most of your experience

Plan your route: Allow 2–3 hr for Prado, 1.5–2 hr for Thyssen, and 2–3 hr for Reina Sofía. Over 2 days, the pass feels far more manageable.
What you’ll cover: Permanent collections at all 3 museums, some temporary shows at Prado and Reina Sofía, and signature works from Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí, and more.

Prado Museum: Open Mon–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun and holidays 10am–7pm; closed January 1, May 1, and December 25.
Thyssen-Bornemisza: Usually open Tue–Sun 10am–7pm, with shorter Monday hours.
Reina Sofía: Open Mon and Wed–Sat 10am–9pm, Sun 10am–2:30pm; closed Tue.
Start at Prado or Thyssen: Both set up the historical arc well, and Prado’s timed-entry model makes it the easiest anchor for your day.
Save Reina Sofía for later: It stays open late on several days, so it works well as your final stop when you want Guernica without midday crowds.
Best pacing: If you only have 1 day, start late morning and keep Thyssen as the shortest stop.

Prado Museum: C. de Ruiz de Alarcón 23, 28014 Madrid, Spain | Find on Maps

Thyssen-Bornemisza: P.º del Prado 8, 28014 Madrid, Spain | Find on Maps

Reina Sofía: C. de Santa Isabel 52, 28012 Madrid, Spain | Find on Maps

Location context: All three sit in or just south of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, stretched between Paseo del Prado and Atocha.
Walking and transit: Prado to Thyssen takes about 8 minutes on foot; Prado to Reina Sofía takes around 15–18 minutes. Metro Line 1 via Estación del Arte and Atocha helps if you want to split the route.
Parking: Street parking is limited, and central garages around Las Cortes, Paseo del Prado, and Atocha are usually easier than driving door to door.

Prado Museum: Wheelchair-accessible, with ramps, platforms, elevators, accessible maps, audio signage, and guide-dog entry.
Thyssen-Bornemisza: The Art Walk Pass includes a wheelchair-accessible venue.
Reina Sofía: Wheelchair-accessible, with hearing loops available for visitors with hearing impairments.
Sensory support: Prado offers accessible maps and audio signage, while Reina Sofía provides hearing loops.
Wheelchair loan and service animals: Prado offers free wheelchairs on loan, subject to availability. Guide dogs are accepted, and the pass notes emotional support animals may be allowed with valid medical documentation.

Use Prado as the anchor: Its timed-entry system makes it the easiest museum to lock first, then fit Thyssen and Reina Sofía around it.
Don’t force all 3 into a sprint: Most visitors enjoy the pass more when they spread the museums across 2 days.
Pause between Prado and Thyssen: They’re close enough for a coffee stop without breaking the route.
Save Guernica for a sharper hour: Late afternoon or early evening often feels calmer than the middle of the day.
Keep your phone ready: At Thyssen, you can enter directly, while Prado and Reina Sofía may require voucher exchange.
Pack light: Food, drinks, flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks face tighter rules here than many visitors expect.
Add 1 nearby extra: El Retiro Park or CaixaForum fits naturally; overloading the day reduces the pass’s value.

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Art Walk Pass: Museo del Prado + Thyssen Bornemisza + Reina Sofia Entry Tickets

Unlock three world-class museums in Madrid’s Golden Triangle while saving money with one pass.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to the permanent collections at the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums, plus access to select temporary exhibitions at Prado and Reina Sofía. Discover masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí, and more at your own pace. Your pass is valid for a full year from purchase.
Why choose this: With one flexible pass, save up to 20%, and enjoy easy access as all three museums are within walking distance.

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Check availability

Extended validity

Explore at your pace

Unlock three world-class museums in Madrid’s Golden Triangle while saving money with one pass.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to the permanent collections at the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums, plus access to select temporary exhibitions at Prado and Reina Sofía. Discover masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí, and more at your own pace. Your pass is valid for a full year from purchase.
Why choose this: With one flexible pass, save up to 20%, and enjoy easy access as all three museums are within walking distance.

Inclusions #

Skip-the-line entry to Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, Prado Museum, Reina Sofía Center
Access to the permanent collection at all three museums
Access to some temporary exhibitions at the Prado Museum and Reina Sofía Center

Exclusions #

Temporary exhibition at the Thyssen Museum

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
Have your smartphone with the digital ticket ready to present at each museum.

What's not allowed

Tripods, selfie sticks, and flash photography are prohibited at all three museums.
Food & drinks are not allowed inside all three museums. Each has a few dining options if you want to grab a bite.

Accessibility

All three venues are wheelchair-accessible.
Guide dogs and emotional support animals are allowed, subject to a valid medical certificate.

Additional information

Your Art Walk Pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase. However, keep in mind that you can only enter each museum once.
All children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Show your smartphone ticket at each museum; at Thyssen, enter directly, while at Prado and Reina Sofía, you must exchange your voucher at the designated ticket offices.

These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Unlock three world-class museums in Madrid’s Golden Triangle while saving money with one pass.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to the permanent collections at the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums, plus access to select temporary exhibitions at Prado and Reina Sofía. Discover masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, Dalí, and more at your own pace. Your pass is valid for a full year from purchase.
Why choose this: With one flexible pass, save up to 20%, and enjoy easy access as all three museums are within walking distance.

Inclusions #

Skip-the-line entry to Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, Prado Museum, Reina Sofía Center
Access to the permanent collection at all three museums
Access to some temporary exhibitions at the Prado Museum and Reina Sofía Center

Exclusions #

Temporary exhibition at the Thyssen Museum

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
Have your smartphone with the digital ticket ready to present at each museum.

What's not allowed

Tripods, selfie sticks, and flash photography are prohibited at all three museums.
Food & drinks are not allowed inside all three museums. Each has a few dining options if you want to grab a bite.

Accessibility

All three venues are wheelchair-accessible.
Guide dogs and emotional support animals are allowed, subject to a valid medical certificate.

Additional information

Your Art Walk Pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase. However, keep in mind that you can only enter each museum once.
All children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Show your smartphone ticket at each museum; at Thyssen, enter directly, while at Prado and Reina Sofía, you must exchange your voucher at the designated ticket offices.

These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

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Why combine the museums?

Walkable cluster

Full art arc

Better value

One flexible window

Less ticket friction

The best ways to explore both

Making the most of your experience

Frequently asked questions about the Paseo del Arte Pass

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