Golden Triangle of Art | See Prado, Reina Sofía & Thyssen

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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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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.
Children under 18 accompanied by an adult can enter for free by visiting the designated ticket office.
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.

Combos

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Combo (Save 9%): Madrid Panoramic Bus Tour + Art Walk Pass

Experience Madrid’s highlights and three top museums with a single, all-in-one combo.

Everything you get on your panoramic bus tour: See Madrid’s must-sees like the Royal Palace and Prado Museum on two panoramic routes (65–80 mins each), with a guided walking tour, complimentary drink, multilingual audio guides, free Wi-Fi, headphones, and live tracking.
Everything you get with the Art Walk Pass**:** Entry to the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. Visit all three at any point within a year and save up to 30% compared to separate tickets.
Why choose this: Save big with this combo that covers all of Madrid’s attractions via a bus tour, along with three of Madrid’s most coveted art history museums.
Upgrades: Got more time on your hands? Choose a 2-day panoramic bus tour for more time to tick off the sites on your bucket list.

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Experience Madrid’s highlights and three top museums with a single, all-in-one combo.

Everything you get on your panoramic bus tour: See Madrid’s must-sees like the Royal Palace and Prado Museum on two panoramic routes (65–80 mins each), with a guided walking tour, complimentary drink, multilingual audio guides, free Wi-Fi, headphones, and live tracking.
Everything you get with the Art Walk Pass**:** Entry to the Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. Visit all three at any point within a year and save up to 30% compared to separate tickets.
Why choose this: Save big with this combo that covers all of Madrid’s attractions via a bus tour, along with three of Madrid’s most coveted art history museums.
Upgrades: Got more time on your hands? Choose a 2-day panoramic bus tour for more time to tick off the sites on your bucket list.

Inclusions

Madrid Panoramic bus tour

1 or 2-day unlimited bus tour pass (as per option selected)
Audio guide in Spanish, Catalan, Gallego, Euskera, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese
Free Wi-Fi
Discount booklets for shops and restaurants
Tour map

Art Walk Pass

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

Exclusions

### Madrid Panoramic Bus Tour

Unlimited hop-on hop-off service

Art Walk Pass

Access to the temporary exhibitions at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Blue Route: Historical Madrid

First bus: 10am from Museo del Prado
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Prado Museum
Click here for the Blue Route stops and boarding points.

Green Route: Modern Madrid

First bus: 10am from Plaza de Neptuno
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza de Castilla, Plaza de Cibeles
Click here for the Green Route stops and boarding points.

Route details

Blue Route: Historical Madrid

First bus: 10am from Museo del Prado
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Prado Museum]
Click here for the Blue Route’s stops and boarding points.

Green Route: Modern Madrid

First bus: 10am from Plaza de Neptuno
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza de Castilla, Plaza de Cibeles
Click here for the Green Route stops and boarding points.

Route details

Blue Route: Historical Madrid

First bus: 10am from Museo del Prado
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Prado Museum]
Click here for the Blue Route’s stops and boarding points.

Green Route: Modern Madrid

First bus: 10am from Plaza de Neptuno
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza de Castilla, Plaza de Cibeles
Click here for the Green Route stops and boarding points.

Route details

Blue Route: Historical Madrid

First bus: 10am from Museo del Prado
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, Prado Museum]
Click here for the Blue Route’s stops and boarding points.

Green Route: Modern Madrid

First bus: 10am from Plaza de Neptuno
Last bus: 6pm
Popular stops: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza de Castilla, Plaza de Cibeles
Click here for the Green Route stops and boarding points.

What's not allowed

Art Walk Pass

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

Panoramic Bus Tour

The bus tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for those with reduced mobility.

Art Walk Pass

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

Additional information

Panoramic Bus Tour

Buses run every 15-30 minutes, and you can get on and off based on which attractions you want to visit.
You get free Wi-Fi on board to access the multilingual audio guide.
You’ll get a pair of complimentary audio headsets, but we’d recommend carrying your best pair for the ideal experience

Art Walk Pass

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.
Children under 18 accompanied by an adult can enter for free by visiting the designated ticket office.
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.

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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Plan your visit to the Golden Triangle of Art in Madrid

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum

Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm.
Closed: Mondays, January 1, May 1, and December 25.

Prado Museum

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 8pm, Sundays & holidays from 10 am to 7pm.
Closed: January 1, May 1, and December 25.

Reina Sofía Museum

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 9pm, Sundays from 10am to 2:30 pm.
Closed: Tuesdays, January 1 and 6, May 1 and 15, September 9, December 24, 25, and 31

The 3 museums in the Golden Triangle of Art are all located on Paseo del Prado within 15 minutes of walking distance from each other.

Metro: The closest metro stop for all three museums is Estación del Arte on Line 1. From here, the Reina Sofía is a 3-minute walk, and the Prado is about 5 minutes away
Madrid city tour sightseeing bus: This hop-on hop-off bus service is a convenient way to visit all three museums. You can board the bus at stops in central Madrid, such as Gran Vía or Plaza España, and get off at stops near each museum. For Prado, use Stop 1 on the Historic Route. For the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Reina Sofía, use Stop 16 on the Modern Route
Bus: From Madrid airport (Aeropuerto T2) you can take bus line 203 to Estación de Atocha, which is close to the museums. The journey takes about 43 minutes

The Madrid Golden Triangle of Art share common facilities such as

All three museums are wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators for visitors with reduced mobility. Wheelchairs are available upon request at each museum.
Free cloakrooms are available for storing coats, bags, and other items, though large suitcases may not be accepted.
On-site cafés or restaurants offer refreshments, snacks, and meals for visitors to take a break during their visit.
Each museum features a gift shop with art-inspired merchandise, books, prints, and souvenirs.
Complimentary WiFi is available throughout all three museums for visitors to stay connected or access additional digital resources.

Prado Museum: Offers "El Prado en Familia," an interactive program with workshops and activities tailored for children, such as storytelling through art and solving challenges
Reina Sofía Museum: Offers family-friendly workshops and interactive sessions to introduce children to modern art concepts
Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum: Focuses on engaging kids with timelines of artistic movements and storytelling through paintings

Pair museum visits with nearby attractions like Retiro Park or the playgrounds on Paseo del Prado to balance learning with playtime.

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum tours

Frequently asked questions about Golden Triangle of Art

What is the Golden Triangle of Art in Madrid?

The Golden Triangle of Art refers to three famous art museums located along the Paseo del Prado: the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía Museum, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum

Where is the Golden Triangle of Art located?

The museums are situated along Paseo del Prado, one of Madrid's main boulevards. The area spans from Plaza Cibeles in the north to Ronda de Atocha in the south, with all three museums within 15 minutes walking distance of each other.

What kind of art can I see in each museum?

Prado Museum focuses on classical European art, featuring Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, and Titian. Reina Sofía Museum specializes in modern and contemporary art, including Picasso’s Guernica and works by Dalí and Miró and the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum offers a collection spanning from the 13th to 20th centuries, including Impressionist, Expressionist, and Pop Art pieces.

How much time do I need to visit all three museums?

It is possible to visit all three museums in one day, but it can be overwhelming. A recommended itinerary includes spending 2-3 hours at each museum.

Are there combo tickets available for all three museums?

The Art Walk pass grants entry to all three museums with a single ticket, saving time and money. It is valid for one year from the date of purchase.

Are the museums suitable for children?

Yes! The museums offer kid-friendly activities, including special tours, audio guides, and interactive workshops. Nearby Retiro Park is a great place for a break.

Do the museums have cafés or restaurants?

Yes, all three museums have cafés offering a range of meals and snacks. The Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum has a particularly popular terrace café.