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Admission to the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of the Museo Reina Sofía

Admission to the temporary exhibitions that require an hourly pass or a specific fee

Admission to the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions of the Museo Reina Sofía

Admission to the temporary exhibitions that require an hourly pass or a specific fee

For those visiting Madrid and wishing to explore works of renowned Spanish artists, including Joan Miró and Salvador Dalí, acquiring a ticket to the essential Museo Reina Sofía is a must.

Reasons to Explore the Museo Reina Sofía

The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía stands as one of the premier art museums in Madrid. It is part of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art, alongside the Prado and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza.

Within its walls, visitors can appreciate seminal works by illustrious artists like Greco, Goya, and Velázquez. A highlight of the collection is Picasso's iconic painting Guernica, a poignant response to the bombing of the Basque town during the Spanish Civil War.

This museum was established to complement the exhibitions at the Prado. The artworks here date from 1881 onwards, coinciding with the birth of Pablo Picasso, indicative of a different artistic movement that diverges from the older pieces displayed at the Prado.

Since its inception in 1992, the museum has amassed one of the largest repositories of contemporary art globally, making it one of Spain's most visited modern art establishments.

Current Temporary Exhibitions

Your ticket grants entry not only to the Reina Sofía's permanent collections but also to temporary exhibitions, with the exception of specific displays that may require an additional fee or timed entry. In such cases, tickets must be purchased at the venue.

For comprehensive details about the exhibitions, please refer to the following link.

Currently, the museum features these temporary exhibitions:

Until March 16, 2026: Maruja Mallo: Mask and Compass
Until April 20, 2026: Juan Uslé: That Ship on the Mountain

Validity of Tickets

Although a date is chosen at the time of ticket purchase, the tickets are open-dated and valid for up to six months following the purchase date.

Museum Operating Hours

The museum is accessible on the following days:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: from 10 am to 9 pm
Sunday and holidays: from 10 am to 2:30 pm

Free Admission Days

Entry is free for all visitors during:

Mondays from 7 pm to 9 pm
Wednesday to Saturday from 7 pm to 9 pm
Sundays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Additionally, free admission is available for six special days each year: International Museum Day (May 18), National Day of Spain (October 12), and Constitution Day (December 6).

Moreover, specific groups such as students aged 18 to 25, individuals under 18, those with disabilities, the unemployed, and various associations are entitled to free entry. To access free tickets, individuals must visit the ticket office in person, as preferential access is not granted for free admission holders.

Notices on Temporary Closures

It should be noted that the Nouvel Patio will be closed on January 8, 9, 12, 13, and 14, while remaining open on the weekend of January 10 and 11. The Nouvel area will operate normally, as only the patio will be unavailable.

Guided Tours

If tickets for your preferred date are sold out, consider booking a guided tour of the Reina Sofía Museum.

Meeting point:

Ronda de Atocha, 2

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Instructions

On the day of the activity, please go directly to the entrance of the Museo Reina Sofía and enter through the entrance of the Nouvel building, located at Ronda de Atocha, 2.

The closest metro stop is Estación del Arte, which is on line 1 (the light blue line).

Important!

From May 4 to 6 (inclusive), the Patio Nouvel will be closed for maintenance works. Access to the building will be via Calle Santa Isabel 52, through the main entrance of the Edificio Sabatini.

Museo Reina Sofía Schedule

The museum is open on the following days:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: from 10 am to 9 pm
Sunday and holidays: from 10 am to 2:30 pm

Please note that these times are flexible and are subject to changes and modifications.

Conditions of Access and Important Info

At the following link, you can see the conditions of access and objects allowed in the museum.

Please note that you must vacate the museum galleries 15 minutes before closing time.

Free Admission

Admission is free for everyone on:

Mondays from 7 pm to 9 pm
Wednesday to Saturday from 7 pm to 9 pm
Sundays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Admission is also free 6 days a year: International Museum Day (May 18), National Day of Spain (October 12), and Constitution Day (December 6)

In addition, the following groups will have free admission: students aged 18 to 25, children under 18, people with disabilities, unemployed individuals, members of the Royal Board of Trustees of the Museo Nacional del Prado, the Friends of the Prado Museum Foundation, APME, ANABAD, EAM, ICOM, the Royal Academy of History, the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando, the Royal Spanish Academy, staff working in State Museums, active teaching staff, family groups consisting of at least one adult and three children, official tour guides, and journalists.

However, to enjoy free access, you must go to the ticket offices in person and queue to be accredited and acquire the free tickets. In other words, free ticket holders are not granted preferential access.

Additional Info

Photography without a flash, tripod, mobile phone pole, or any other camera stabilization device is permitted at all venues, except where otherwise indicated.

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