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Reina Sofia Timings

Today

Closed

Reina Sofia National Museum of Art Center

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–21:0020:30
Tuesday (Today)Closed
Wednesday10:00–21:0020:30
Thursday10:00–21:0020:30
Friday10:00–21:0020:30
Saturday10:00–21:0020:30
Sunday10:00–14:3014:00

Regular Hours: Open Monday and Wednesday to Saturday from 10:00am to 9:00pm; Sundays from 10:00am to 2:30pm (galleries begin closing at 2:00pm).

Closed: Tuesdays, January 1, May 1, December 25, and select holidays.

Free Admission: Monday and Wednesday to Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00pm; Sundays from 12:30pm to 2:30pm.

Last Entry: 30 minutes before closing time.

Special Closures: Some galleries may close early for maintenance or special events—check the official website before your visit.

How long should I spend at the Reina Sofia Museum? 

The Reina Sofia Museum has an impressive collection with anywhere between 21,000 to 25,000 works of art, considering its temporary collections keep rotating. If you’re short on time, you can spend about two hours at the museum, covering key pieces, including Picasso’s Guernica, along with its permanent collection housed in the Sabatini Building.

If you’ve got more time on your hands, you can explore more paintings by the most iconic artists, including Dalí, Miró, Juan Gris, and Julio González, among others. You can also check out the rotating temporary collections at the museum’s Nouvel Building, especially since these touch upon several cultural or political themes relevant to our times.

Reina Sofia Museum free hours

Visitors exploring art exhibits at Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid.

The Reina Sofia Museum’s free admission hours let you enter without paying for a ticket. These are usually during the last two hours on all the days the museum remains open.

  • On Monday, and between Wednesday and Saturday, you can enter the museum for free between 7pm and 9pm. 
  • On Sundays, you can access the museum for free between 12:30pm and 2:30pm. 

NOTE: The free hours are also the museum’s most crowded, and aren’t ideal if you’re looking for a relaxed, calmer visit. The best time to visit is between 2pm and 6pm, with fewer crowds and more freedom to explore without a hassle.

Frequently asked questions about the Reina Sofia Museum hours

What are the Reina Sofia Museum’s opening hours?

The Reina Sofia Museum is open between 10am and 9pm on Mondays and from Wednesday to Saturday. Sunday hours vary, and are generally 10am to 2:30pm.

Does the museum have free access hours?

Yes, access the museum for free on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday after 7pm, and on Sundays from 12:30pm until closing.

When does the museum remain closed?

The museum is closed every Tuesday. Additionally, it remains closed on January 1 and 6, May 1 and 15, and on December 24, 25 & 31.

What is the best time to visit the Reina Sofia Museum?

The best time of the day to visit the Reina Sofia Museum is between 2pm and 6pm. This is when you’ll encounter fewer crowds, making your visit a lot calmer. Mornings and the free access hours tend to be busier in comparison.

When is the last entry to the museum capped?

Last entry to the museum is 30 minutes before closing time. However, keep in mind that the museum will be cleared of visitors starting 15 minutes before closing.