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Garbagni Stefano
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Great initiative, we skipped the lines, especially at the Prado. I suggest a premium version that allows you to enter museums multiple times.
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Seeing Guernica at the Reina Sofia. But I also really enjoyed the Picasso drawings and seeing the Miró and Dali paintings. I didn't think it was appropriate to have a room with André Breton's name on it and not have any of his work, just a photo of a 1930 painting by M. Mallo, Espanta pássaros", which belongs to André Breton's collection in Paris.
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We enjoyed the tour very much. We took line 2 (Modern Madrid) and then line 1 (Classic Madrid). We want to congratulate the manager Salvatore. He guided us wonderfully and had a great last minute idea: he suggested us to get off and take line 2 (the back bus) first; this way we could enjoy both lines in a row. Congratulations!
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Liked that we were able to see some of the sites in Madrid just being on the bus but wish the hop on hop off version wasn't banned in Madrid right now. We would rather be able to get off at different sites to explore more.
BIE Christophe
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Bie

France
Jan 2026
This pass was very convenient. Everything went as described in the instructions. We particularly appreciated being able to visit on the dates and at the times we wanted👍.
Filipponi Ombretta
IT

Filipponi

Italy
Jan 2026
A wonderful museum, accessible and with very friendly staff who are helpful and supportive if any uncertainties arise during your visit.
ERNESTO REAL ARIAS

Ernesto

Jan 2026
The guide (Borja) did a magnificent job. He introduced us to the ins and outs of art with an entertaining and enjoyable presentation. His knowledge is outstanding.
Shireene Hwee
SG

Shireene

Singapore
Jan 2026
Our guide Christina is very good & informative from the foundation of the museum to story behind each of the art piece.
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The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, often referred to as the Reina Sofía, is Spain’s premier museum dedicated to 20th-century Spanish art. Located on the southern end of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, it stands alongside the renowned Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. The Reina Sofia features key works by some of the most iconic cultural artists, including Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Julio González, and is best known as the home of Picasso’s masterpiece Guernica.

Overview:

  • Location: The Reina Sofia is located in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art. Its address is C. de Sta. Isabel, 52, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain | Find on Google Maps
  • Opening hours: Open between 10am and 9pm on Mondays and between Wednesdays and Saturdays. The museum remains closed on Tuesdays. 
  • Price range: Between €12 and €68
  • On-site visit duration: Spend between 1.5-2 hours if you want to cover the essentials with a planned route, and 3-4 hours if you want to explore all the exhibitions. 
  • Best time to visit: Spring (April to June) and autumn (September) are ideal, with fewer crowds and pleasant weather. 
  • Key attractions: Picasso’s iconic Guernica, and paintings by Salvador Dalí & Joan Miró.

What can you expect at the Reina Sofia Museum?

Arrival & entry

Step into Madrid’s modern art haven, conveniently located near Atocha Station. Flexible entry means you can enter the venue at any point within the opening hours, allowing you to visit as per your convenience.

Orientation & highlights

Start by familiarizing yourself with the museum’s two main buildings: the Edificio Sabatini, a former 18th-century hospital, and the newer Edificio Nouvel, which was added in 2005. Pick up a map and chart your path through 20th-century art movements and Spanish masters.

Exploring the collections

Spend 2–3 hours (or more if you have the time) moving chronologically through surrealism, cubism, and abstraction. The museum’s crown jewel, Picasso’s Guernica, anchors your visit, alongside Dalí’s dreamscapes and Miró’s vibrant abstractions. The Guernica is one painting you must not miss out on!

Temporary exhibitions & installations

Depending on when you visit, you can catch rotating exhibitions featuring global contemporary artists. The museum’s modern annex often houses interactive installations, photography, and multimedia displays that contrast beautifully with the classics, and the variety gives you a reason to visit the museum again.

Amenities & atmosphere

Take breaks at NuBel, the museum’s modern restaurant-café, or stroll through the library, gift shop, or the bookstore to learn more about the world of European art or pick up a souvenir as a keepsake.

Departure and nearby attractions

The best part about the Reina Sofia’s location is that it’s just a few minutes’ walk away from the equally iconic Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums. This Art Walk, as it’s called, is a must-do to complete your cultural trifecta.

Things to know before booking Reina Sofia Museum tickets 

  • Your Reina Sofia entry tickets allow entry at any time within the museum’s opening hours. You also get the option to upgrade your tickets to include a multilingual digital audio guide in five languages or a guided tour of the museum in English. The ultimate upgrade is the Art Walk Pass, which gets you tickets to all three museums in Madrid’s Art Triangle: the Reina Sofia, Prado, and Thyssen-Bornemisza. 
  • If you’d like deeper context from a local expert, the guided tour is your best option. Choose between English or Spanish tours, or opt for a small-group experience limited to six participants for a more intimate visit. The private tour is another option, with the flexibility of a tour for 2-3 people if needed, with a maximum limit of six. This is the ideal option if you want to tour the museum with your chosen group. 
  • Have some additional time to spare? Why not visit the Prado & Reina Sofia museums with a single ticket? You get seamless skip-the-line entry to both museums, and options for tours in English or Spanish.
  • If you don’t intend to leave Madrid without visiting all three museums in the city’s Art Triangle, the Art Walk Pass is all you need. You get skip-the-line entry to all three museums on the same or different days with a 20% discount over buying separate tickets (it’s all up to you), along with access to all their permanent collections. The best part? This pass is valid for a year from the date of purchase.
  • The panoramic bus tour & Art Walk Pass combo gets you access to the Reina Sofia, Prado, and Thyssen museums, and the option to choose a 24 or 48-hour panoramic bus tour pass that covers 25 attractions across two routes.

Your Reina Sofia Museum ticket options explained

ExperienceDurationSkip-the-lineInclusionsUpgrades Recommended tickets

Entry tickets

Flexible

No

Flexible entry, access to permanent & temporary collections

Access to all collections, an optional audio guide, or an English guided tour

From €12

Guided tours

1.5 to 2 hours

No

Expert guide, access to permanent and temporary collections

Small group or private tours

From €32

Skip-the-line guided tours

4 to 4.5 hours

Yes

Skip-the-line entry, expert guide, access to all collections

-

From €68

Art Walk Pass

Flexible

Yes

Skip-the-line entry to all three museums, one-year validity

-

From €32

Combo tickets

Flexible

Yes

24-hour, panoramic bus tour, skip-the-line entry to three museums

48-hour panoramic bus tour

From €60
Don’t miss Madrid’s Art Triangle!

See the best of Spanish art without the hassle. The Art Walk Pass gives you priority access to the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza. Skip the lines, explore when you want, and enjoy three unforgettable museums in one unbeatable price.

Reina Sofia Museum highlights

Tour guide explaining Picasso's Guernica at Prado & Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid.
Visitors exploring art exhibits at Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid.
Tourists viewing a sculpture at the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid.
Library staff member assisting visitor with book selection.
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Guernica by Pablo Picasso

Perhaps the single most iconic artwork in the museum is Picasso’s Guernica (1937). Located in a specially dedicated room, this monumental painting captures the horrors of the Spanish Civil War and has become a symbol of anti-war sentiment worldwide.

Spanish modernism and post-war art

The museum’s Sabatini building houses key pieces from Spain’s modernist and post-war eras. Dotted with pieces by Miró, Dalí, Juan Gris, and Julio González, these galleries offer much-needed context to 20th-century Spanish art.

Permanent and temporary exhibitions

While the museum’s permanent collections are worth your time and attention, its rotating temporary exhibitions are no less. They cover a wide range of international art, themes such as art and politics, feminism in art, and Latin American art, among several others.

The museum’s library & research center

While less frequented than the main galleries, the library and research centers still draw visitors who want to dive deep into the world of Spanish and European art. They’re housed in the Sabatini building, a former 18th-century hospital, which adds to their appeal.

Plan your visit to the Reina Sofia Museum

Visitors on a guided tour at Prado Museum viewing surrealist painting.
  • The museum remains open on Mondays and from Wednesday to Saturday between 10am and 9pm. 
  • On Sundays, the museum is open between 10am and 2:30pm.
  • The museum remains closed on Tuesdays, and on January 1 and 6, May 1 and 15, and on December 24, 25 & 31.
  • Last entry: Final entry to the museum is 30 minutes before closing time. 
  • Free admission: 
    • You can enter the museum for free from Monday to Saturday (except Tuesday) between 7pm and 9pm. 
    • Free entry on Sundays is between 12:30pm and 2:30pm.
  • The Reina Sofia Museum is located in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, just a few minutes’ walk away from the Prado & Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums. 
  • Its address is C. de Sta. Isabel, 52, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain | Find on Google Maps

Getting there:

  • By metro: Take Line 1 and get off at Estación del Arte, which is a 7-minute walk from the museum.
  • By bus: Various EMT buses get you close to the Reina Sofia Museum, including 6, 10, 14, 19, 26, 27, 32, 34, 26, 37, 41, 45, 59, 85, 86, C1, C2, and E1. 
  • By train: The Atocha station is the closest to the museum (just a 7-minute walk away).
  • By car/taxi: You can also take a taxi or car to the museum if you want to avoid dealing with public transportation. The nearest parking lot is the square opposite the museum’s Sabatini Building.
Wheelchair in a museum setting highlighting accessibility features.
  • Entrances: The doors at the museum’s entrances are wide enough and have ramps, making access easy. 
  • Parking: Groups arriving in adapted vehicles can park for free in the museum’s loading bay. 
  • Wheelchair loans: You can loan a wheelchair at the information points at the Sabatini and Nouvel buildings. Your ID or passport number will be noted to register your request. 
  • Lifts: There are two lifts near the entrances of both buildings (Sabatini and Nouvel) to ensure easy access across all floors. 
  • Adapted restrooms: You’ll find adapted restrooms on floors 1 and 4 of the Sabatini Building, and in the Mezzanine and on floor 0 of the Nouvel Building. 
  • Baby carriers: You can access the museum with baby carriers or borrow one of the two push chairs available on the premises.
Man holding smartphone displaying free WiFi icon.
  • Cloakrooms and lockers: You’ll find a cloakroom and lockers at both museum entrances. However, they’re limited in number and may be in use. Your best bet is to arrive without belongings that require storage. 
  • Cycle parking: You’ll find one cycle parking station outside the Nouvel Building and two outside the Sabatini Building. 
  • Medical assistance: The museum has a medical service to cater to emergencies.. 
  • Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available in select areas of both the Sabatini and Nouvel Buildings. 
  • Information points: You’ll find information points on floor 2 of the Sabatini Building and the connection between the two buildings (on floor 1). Available in both English & Spanish.
  • Cafe/restaurant: Grab a bite amid your tour of the museum at NuBel Café-Restaurant or the Arzábal Restaurant.
Reina Sofia Museum entrance in Madrid, Spain with modern art sculpture and glass elevators.

The Reina Sofia Museum has two main, but separate entrances: the Sabatini Building and the Nouvel Building. However, both buildings are connected on each floor, allowing you to explore both their collections flexibly.

Note: The entrance to the Nouvel Building is also covered, protecting you from the sun and rain, but it can get crowded during the museum’s free admission hours.

Do not touch sign in museum with hand symbol and red line
  • Food & drinks: You’re not allowed to enter the museum with food and drinks. If you need to grab a bite or some refreshments, you can do so at its cafe or restaurant. 
  • Children: Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 
  • Photography: You can take photographs for personal use. However, flash photography and the use of tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited. 
  • Exhibits: Touching the exhibits and paintings is strictly prohibited, as the slightest contact can cause damage. 
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed inside the museum, except for registered service animals. 
  • Mobile phones: You must always keep your mobile on silent to ensure other visitors aren’t disturbed. 
  • Luggage: Large backpacks and suitcases are strictly prohibited inside the museum, and can’t be stored in the lockers either.

Tips to make the most of your visit to the Reina Sofia Museum

  • The museum is the busiest between 10am and 12pm, and again when free access starts at 7pm. If you want a quieter experience with fewer crowds, you should ideally visit between 2pm and 6pm. 
  • Need a break from all the art inside the museum? Step out into the museum’s gardens for a refreshing change of scenery. You’ll find plenty of sculptures made by some of the world’s most notable artists. This is also a great place to read that book you bought from the bookstore.
  • If you are here simply to see Picasso’s Guernica, you’ll find it in Room 205.10, on the second floor of the Sabatini Building. This room also houses some of his other pieces, including several preparatory drawings for the Guernica itself. 
  • Art enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the museum’s library. It’s a treasure trove of books on European and international art, along with those housed in the museum. 
  • The museum’s bookstore, La Central, is a great place to pick up books on art, including some of the museum’s own publications.

Frequently asked questions about Reina Sofia Museum tickets

Not at all. Your entry tickets let you enter the museum at any time within its opening hours, giving you plenty of flexibility to plan your day as per your convenience.