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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

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Address

C. de Sta. Isabel, 52, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Website

www.museoreinasofia.es

Contact

+34 917 74 10 00

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (56.5K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 9 PM
  • Thursday: (Maundy Thursday), 10 AM to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 10 AM to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 9 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), 10 AM to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Closed

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  • 5/5 Pong L. 5 months ago on Google • 507 reviews
    Was very nice, they have Goya, Picasso and Dali’s to see and many others, wasn’t expensive around €10. Was very well kept, very big, spent about two hours looking around. They have a nice little cafe and gift shop. They also have several Roman / Greek statues, we had a very nice time, they offer an audio and tours there, we didn’t take them but they have them in several languages. It wasn’t too busy and didn’t take longer than two minutes to get tickets. Would definitely recommend checking this museum out, especially if you like art.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Irwin M. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the most famous art museums in Europe, the Reina Sofia has iconic works of modern art from famous painters such as Dali and Picasso. Guernica even has its own room! Other modern artists have pretty impressive art pieces hanging on the walls of this museum as well. The halls are spacious and the building itself is quite large. It’s a good place to spend a few hours in. There was a long line to buy tickets, so I simply stood outside and opened their website on my phone. I bought my tickets right away and with that, I entered the museum without waiting in that long line. Buy your tickets online if you can.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jen S. 2 years ago on Google
    The best contemporary art museum I’ve been to. It’s ginormous and I couldn’t go through the whole building. The exhibition rooms don’t end. It was confusing navigating the museum. The 2nd floor had the famous paintings from Picasso, Dali and Miro. Was not allowed to take photos of those paintings unfortunately. The temporary exhibits were fantastic too. If you can, come visit more than once. Definitely need multiple visits to absorb the whole gallery.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 alex b. 8 months ago on Google
    Easily my favorite art museum in Madrid! I think it beats the Prado, which is more concerned with the national heritage and patrimony of Spain for the last 500 years. In contrast the Reina Sofia focuses on the last 100 years of Spanish history - starting with the civil war. Exhibits on the 1930s are extensive, well documented, thorough, fascinating - serves as a history museum as well. A lot of supporting documents, such as newspapers and drawings and photographs, not just "art" and paintings. You could spend a week in here... and still not see the awesome Picasso and Dali collections (Guernica is here). All modern art movements since the 1940s are covered here. Contemporary exhibits include sculpture, performance, installations, etc and include artists from the Americas and North Africa. You will be up to date with everything happening in the art world after spending a few days here. Finally, the architecture of the old and new museum buildings are to be studied themselves!
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 macedonboy 4 years ago on Google
    I'm not a major fan of contemporary art,but I still loved visiting Reina Sofia museum. Viewing Guernica in person is a major bucket list item and I wasn't disappointed. There wasn't as much Picasso or Dali paintings as I was expecting. Note that after 7pm, entry to the museum is free. Doing that gives roughly two hours in the museum, which is not enough. To get free entry, queue up at the ticket office from about 6.30pm and queue in the direction of the exit of the museum complete. Do not queue in the direction of the museum building entrance, else you'll have to re-queue. I saw several people do that. Give me a thumbs up if that was useful information.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael V. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the BEST art museum that Madrid has to offer. It is truly exceptional. My wife and I spent about three hours here and still did not get to see it all. You need multiple visits to truly experience everything. One day we will come back to Madrid and finish what we started.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jiwon Kokomong K. 6 months ago on Google
    You can see a lot of artworks, Dali, Miro, and Picasso. Some part, you can’t take pictures, but most part, you can. I recommend but ticket in advance and there are 2 times visit ticket as well. One thing, there is no paper map. So easy to lost, I also recommend you buy audio guide.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Taylor 3 months ago on Google • 461 reviews New
    Wonderful museum with a wide and diverse collection. So many major artists and works. Get a map for the layout. The facility is well maintained and the staff were so helpful. So thankful to have the opportunity to visit this fantastic place. I would definitely plan a visit while in Madrid!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 FARANAK A. 1 year ago on Google
    No proper sign posting. Staff not very helpful and some masterpieces are scattered over the place and located in places perhaps don’t belong to! Some rooms lights are not well designed for the type of paintings. Sadly many of great works of Picasso and Dali are not there.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Dale L. 2 years ago on Google
    The Collection is definitely worth a visit! However, I unknowingly purchased tickets on all saint’s day, and the poor management of the museum made for a very frustrating day for me. First, we stood in line for an hour, and the smokers in and around the line made it a pretty awful wait. There are also two lines, one to buy tickets and one if you have tickets. When the lines are long there is no way to determine if you are in the correct line because the signs are only in front of the entrance. Staff does not walk down the line and help make sure people are in the correct line. I saw several people wait for 30 minutes or more only to discover they were in the wrong line. When we got inside there were more lines and the maps on the walls do not help you determine which rooms you want to visit most. The online maps, which could have more detail and be more helpful, actually have less detail and as such are completely useless. Inside they try to exercise a great deal of control over the visitor flow but don’t have any signs to inform you about the expected flow. This results in walking down a long hallway only to discover the door at the end is the exit for an exhibit and you need to walk all the way around the building, the long way around, to get to the entrance. This kind of routing problem happened to us several times in our two hour visit. You are allowed to take pictures anywhere in the museum EXCEPT one room! And this is not well documented- as a result people that start their visit in that room think pictures are not allowed anywhere. Personally I think it’s ridiculous to restrict the visitor from taking pictures. I have to wonder what the museum is thinking by trying to prevent people from sharing a painting as disturbing and moving as Guernica, which you can see online easily. See the attached picture! Finally, about 80% of the staff we would see were standing around talking to each other and nothing else. They would not notice when people were looking for a room or had a question. It’s worth a visit, but I highly recommend going at an off-peak time so you’re not as impacted by the disorganized management of the museum.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Detjona M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great experience. One of the hugest museums ever been. Be prepared to walk miles through galleries inside the museum. Surrealistic and realistic art galleries. The most important, on Wednesday it had free visiting hours for anyone from 19:00-21:00. No need to pre-reserve online. You just take the free ticket and enjoy the experience.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yvonne Y. 6 months ago on Google
    We went there for a free session 7-9pm, a little bit long waiting time but consider it is free. A lot of contemporary arts plus Picasso, you will find it interesting to pay a visit. Love the terrace view.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vienna 1 year ago on Google
    Make sure to visit early, on Sunday I went at about 11am and there was few visitors there. I found out later that there was a long queue outside because it was free from 12:30. The Picasso Gallery is not allowed to take photos, which is very unfriendly. There are not many guides in the gallery and if you don't research beforehand you could get lost and walk much more than you expected. Still, it's well worth a visit.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patrick T. 4 months ago on Google
    Mind blowing exhibits and our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the exhibits. If not for the limited time due to a tour I can spend a whole day here! Be amazed with The Guernica and other works of Picasso. Let your imagination run wild with the works of Dali and just simply stare at Miro’s masterpieces.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R 5 months ago on Google • 149 reviews
    Prefer the art in this museum over Prado. A lot less crowded and I even went during the free hours. Went at 6:50pm on a weekday (pictured in line) and waited longer than expected. Entered around 7:30pm. Museum is very big, has stairs and the 2 elevator towers. There's a terrace on the third floor which would be good for sunsets.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adams_coffee 1 year ago on Google
    An incredible museum and a must go if you’re in the city. The museum is a bit of a maze but after a few minutes you’ll figure it out. Amazing architecture and of course, Guernica is just a stunning piece of art (and history). Must go.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 christopher p. 2 months ago on Google • 202 reviews New
    This museum is set in two adjoined structures that contrast between different styles of architecture. The work inside embodies that expression. There are famous works like “Guernica” that attract the majority of the crowds along with other staples like works by Miro and Dali. Then there are beautifully tucked away rooms that hold examples of architecture, exhibition design and film / documentary work. Easily could spend 3hrs or more just appreciating the views of the surrounding square and Atocha station through windows in the stairwell and the glass structures of the lifts. Be sure to visit the terrace on the third floor for a framed view of the rooftops and sky.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason S. 4 months ago on Google • 176 reviews
    This is an amazing collection of Spanish art. The layout is a bit mixed - you will find Miro and Dali intermingled, with one or two in a dozen different gallery rooms. Buy your tickets online. Expect a line on weekends. Special exhibits need special tickets. They have free lockers on the 1st floor.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 王文龙 4 years ago on Google
    The works of art are not bad there. I don’t suggest to buy the 4.5 euro audio guide. It covers very few works in the museum. Everything in the auto guide you may find by yourself online. As most visitors who come to this museum, the most attractive work is Picasso’s Guernica. It is on the second floor and always a lot of people there. That is really amazing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Glenn A. J. 5 years ago on Google
    This place is a must-see for whoever likes modern art. The design is by definition modern and makes you think of the Whitney Museum in New York. A lot of things to see (expect at least 4 hours to see everything). Very spacious rooms and not crowded at the end of the day. The bookstore is also nice. And the entrance is free for teachers.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jodie Maria K. 2 years ago on Google
    Don’t miss out seeing this. It is way better than the Prado in my opinion. They have free times usually last 2 hours before closing… however I took a free ticket and regretted it as I didn’t get to see it all. There is 4 floors I only managed to get to floor 2…
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael T. 2 years ago on Google
    Dropped by to further my culture. Saw some Picasso’s and Salvador Dali’s paintings. After 6pm, it’s free. But don’t do that; gets crowded quick. Picked up a souvenir t-shirt from the gift shop.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ollie B. 2 years ago on Google
    Definitely worth visiting for the exhibits. 5⭐ Tip: don't go for free tickets on a Sunday, unless you want to be herded like cattle out of the building 10 minutes before closing! Also, the no photography rule is petty. 2⭐
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark M. 2 years ago on Google
    Didn't think much of the work of the German photographer, I have better photos
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul S. 1 year ago on Google
    I arrived at 10 am and left at 2:00 pm. The museum is enormous so plan on at least three hours to go through it. Magnificent museum in a beautiful building. Both Modern and classical paintings displayed, including Picasso’s “Guernica” in addition, unique exhibitions covering political repression in Latin America and the fight for freedom around the world. Extensive Spanish history rooms, I could of used even more time!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mert Y. 1 year ago on Google
    A very well organized place. Also, after a certain time, admission is free. However, I strongly recommend that people who enter for free make a reservation online. Otherwise, you can wait in line for 40-45 minutes for a free entry ticket. Apart from that, even if you have a ticket, you have to wait in line for approximately 20-25 minutes to enter the museum (free entrance hours). Museum staff are very strict and very careful not to damage the artworks. They come and warn you when you examine a picture too much or stay close. This can be annoying sometimes.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ilham G. 8 months ago on Google
    I thoroughly enjoyed this museum. It was massive and took me a good 4 hours. It’s a great place to visit on a scorching hot madrileño summer day. I enjoyed the outside garden as well. They also have a bar and restaurant. You could honestly make an afternoon of it!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jordi P. 8 months ago on Google
    This is a very nice museum. I love the paintings. I am glad there is an elevator but also stairs. In every rook there is a guard. I love how quite it is. The check in security gives a safe feeling and is totally nlt expansive
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael L. 5 months ago on Google
    Pretty epic Dali collection and of course Guernica. I also really loved the architectural drawings and models on the second floor. The interior courtyard with the small sculpture garden was also a great spot to relax in. Interior cafes were unavailable which was sad :( Definitely less of a destination than the Prado, but still quality nonetheless.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 M B. 2 months ago on Google • 215 reviews New
    I’d say less organized than the Prado museum. However, if you’re a fan of Dali and Miro, you’ll find plenty of their works on display at this museum. You can also take photos to your heart’s content which is convenient if you want to review the art objects you saw, and would like to examine them in detail later on.

  • 5/5 Gill P. 3 months ago on Google • 191 reviews New
    Visited the museum a few days ago. The queue was long for tickets. Best to buy online. There is a security section scanning before entry. There is a lot to see. Long white corridors to gallery rooms. There is an inner courtyard if you need air. We had a drink and bite to eat at a restaurant that is joined to the museum, garden something. We enjoyed being able to get close to the artwork and photograph. There is a huge surreal section. Great to see works by Salvador Dali, Miro, Man Ray, Picasso.

  • 5/5 Zuzana H. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a great place to spend an afternoon. I definitely recommend you to make time for this museum, it's huge. There's a lot of interesting things to see and admire. I'd say the most interesting exposition is in number 206, there's Guernica of course, but a lot of other stuff as well. Oh and if you're a student, you don't have to pay any fee to get in!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hunter S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best museum in Madrid in my opinion. Much more approachable and casual than nearby Prado. Great works of Dali and Picasso to be seen. Never too crowded and the setting is high quality. Have been multiple times and will be back in the future. Fair price and large amount of amenities on site.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Neroshan T. 4 years ago on Google
    Worth a visit. If you don't plan too spend hours in the museum, I recommend coming here after 7 when you get free access - arrive earlier than seven to line up for a ticket. The art is nice, and some exhibits offer a historical perspective of Madrid and Spain; however if you don't know Spanish, it'll be hard to get the full context. They have pieces from Picasso.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Flavie C. 3 years ago on Google
    Attente très longue mais de belles œuvres à voir !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Steve K. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the most oppressive museums I’ve ever visited. When you walk in a room, the “guard” abruptly puts down their phone, jumps from their chair, and stares at you. They pace around, circling, stalking. Am I sketchier-looking than other visitors? No. They do this with everyone. Even in a near empty museum. Has anyone at Reina Sofía ever visited a major art museum outside of Spain? That’s not how they do it. Even in former Soviet states, they give you more space. Or just walk down the street to Prado where they do it right. Maybe they can train your staff how not to suffocate your guests’ experiences. This museum has great stuff, but they don’t give you breathing room to fully appreciate it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leonardo A. 4 years ago on Google
    I was a big fan of “sacred art”. The stories, and secrets that artists include in their art are fascinating to me. I had the chance to visit this museum, and I experienced an awakening: I could learn more about European modern and contemporary art (my previous references were mainly from US museums). I will never forget that visit!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gnanavel C. 2 years ago on Google
    Its really a good museum and they have a variety of collection with temporary exhibition of some arts. There are around 4 flours but only few rooms were presenting the artwork. There is a free entry at specific times as mentioned in their website. You can simply book in their website right before you enter the museum and don't need to wait in line. Btw you are not allowed to take photos inside and they don't even put any big signs at the entrance and apparently I came to know when I clicked a photo.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephen S. 2 years ago on Google
    The museum is well Ron, clean and very spacious. The amount of Salvador dolly and Pablo because our pieces of art is astonishing. I’ve been to several Picasso museums and the Reina Sophia is as equal as any other. I would recommend arriving upon opening at 10 AM with a pre-bought ticket. You will have the luxury of being able to make your way to the second floor and see the more spectacular pieces with an unobstructed view. The rest of the museum on floor three and 41 as well presented and could also be enjoyable. What I would like to recommend is that the restaurant be closed to the public and be dedicated for the museum patrons only. The street access attracts many cigarette smokers which in turn fill the restaurants area with unattractive cancerous smoke.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yese F. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing museum, definitely a must see in Madrid. It takes around 2 hours to see it all. 100% recommend it!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lukasz Z. 2 years ago on Google
    This was a very awakes museum. The exhibits and not very well laid out and we were very confused about the best way to explore the museum and see everything with seeing. There was no audio guide and maps of the museum were difficult to discover. The paintings of Picasso, especially Guernica, and by Salvador Dali are magnificent and definitely worth seeing. Visit early in the day before the crowds arrive. The annex building was closed when we visited and the 3rd floor terrace was not worth visiting as it only had one statue. The garden in the center is quite pleasant. Some exhibits are very modern, and in dinner pictures are not allowed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anca-Raluca P. 2 years ago on Google
    Very interesting museum, I think if you are interested in this kind of art you should take you time and really read about everything and maybe if you have time watch some of the short movies playing. Reminded me of The Centre Pompidou in Paris. You can also see some Picasso and Dali paintings. The entry is free from 19 to 21, but you should definitely take the free ticket online as there are 2 separate lines and the one for the people with tickets is shorter and moves way faster.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eileen Q. 2 years ago on Google
    Free visitation hours between 7 to 9 pm! There weren't many people on a Thursday evening. We arrived at 6:30 pm and waited inside the associated restaurant. Free tickets are dispensed promptly at 7 pm and the line went pretty quick. Between the ticket line, security check, bag drop, and exhibits being closed 15 minutes prior to 9 pm, you only really get 1.5 hours total. At a comfortable pace, we were not able to see everything as there are endless exhibits spread over 4 floors. Worth your time to visit for Picasso Guernica and Dali paintings.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 julz a. 11 months ago on Google
    Amazing gallery and exhibition space in the middle of Madrid. Probably my favourite gallery in the whole of Spain. Unbelievable art always on show and fantastic exhibitions that are highly rated. The building is superb with a very contemporary new building adjoining the old building. It's definitely worth a visit and has Picasso Dali Goya etc always on show
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sean O. 11 months ago on Google
    An incredible gallery. The Guernica galleries are incredible, and not to be missed. It's understandable yet sad that photos aren't allowed. The rest of the second floor with the 20th century design and architecture rooms were such a bonus for us. Book in advance and you will still have to queue, but it should be a shorter queue than the no ticket line. A real must visit if you're in Madrid for 2 days or more.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leo A. 9 months ago on Google
    Spain’s 2nd most famous museum (after the Prado). I really enjoyed the Cubism and Surrealism works, by Picasso, Juan Gris, and Salvador Dalí. The famous anti-war Guernica painting can be found here. As well as modern & contemporary pieces. In the central courtyard are benches where you can sit and relax. You can see works by Alexander Calder and Joan Miró. Great place to browse solo & spend an afternoon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 luciana t. 9 months ago on Google
    I went on a Monday with a ticket bought online the same day, I didn't stand in line if you already have a ticket, it goes through control quickly, then you leave your luggage, download the map of the museum and the rest you can handle yourself because I only received information totally wrong from all the museum employees I asked and not only me, there were many people who got lost. the museum is big on several floors, of course if you only have the map on your phone and you don't get good information from the employees, you have no way of knowing which floors are closed and only with certain elevators you can reach certain floors/exhibitions, that's why you run from one side to the other, you ask at the reception desks, they send you somewhere, you realize that it's not good, you cross the whole museum again trying to find the right elevator to get to another floor. you realize after taking the elevator and wasting a lot of time on the stairs that you can actually visit only the 2nd and half of the 4th floor of the entire building, there was a temporary exhibition on the ground floor. anyway, very poorly organized, without clear directions, many did not speak English. at Guernica, of course, they don't let you take pictures. the museum was full of groups of small children and there was an indescribable noise, a "pleasant" atmosphere to sit and study the works on the walls. I've been to a lot of museums in the world and I'm a person who has a good orientation and I can manage in any place, but from here I didn't have a very pleasant opinion. instead of enjoying the works, you have to beat your head with this location, of course, if you want to see the whole museum. if you're just a tourist and you want to see just Guernica, it's simple.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica Bello S. 7 months ago on Google
    I really liked this museum, even more than Prado as it is more relatable to the recent history of Spain with the civil war. I highly recommend the audio guide! It helps discover the stories behind the iconic pieces. The staff was very friendly and helpful too. In the summer they have an outdoor cinema which is free
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  • 3/5 H W. 7 months ago on Google
    Firstly, the metro estacion del arte is CLOSED!! At 11am Monday there was a small queue outside so book tickets in advance. €12 per adult or €16 with audio guide. The building is huge and set over 4 floors, there is a glass lift or 2 sets of stairs per floor. Signage isn't the best, so use a map or audio guide. You end up walking round rooms to reach a dead end and then retrace your steps following 'salida' to get out! We were here 1 hour and only looked at 2 floors, we were a bit bored after Thyssen yesterday, which we both enjoyed more than here. The famous Picasso is 2nd floor, room 205 and you can't take the shortcut through 206, you need to walk the full way round AND NO PHOTOS allowed which is disappointing because everyone is standing staring at it with audio guides anyway, so taking a photo isn't going to make any difference to the length of time people stand and wonder what on earth was going through his mind when he painted that. A nice garden in the middle and the usual overpriced gift shop.
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  • 5/5 Ele O. 7 months ago on Google
    Visited using the artwork pass. When using the locker, 1 euro is required, and it can be returned when you retrieve the item. Nice to see many famous works. But the line is not good. Specific explanations and detailed guidance on the route are needed. You can take pictures anywhere except Room 205. Video recording and flash use are prohibited.
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  • 4/5 -Indra D. 4 months ago on Google • 79 reviews
    Museo Reina Sofia is one the best modern museums. Even if modern art isn't your favourite, I think you will still love Reina Sofia. There are lots of paintings but also many statues and some interesting installations. This museum is huge, so make sure that you have enough time to see everything. My visit was almost 4 hours long. I loved everything about this museum but we weren't very lucky because lots of rooms were closed. Visit Reina Sofia when your in Madrid.
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  • 4/5 Joji J. 4 years ago on Google
    Super, amazing, unbelievable collection of contemporary and modern art. It's also the home of Guernica, Picasso's protest piece, in it's massive presence. No photos allowed. There's a lot to see here. You'll need at least a few hours and we really wanted more time but we came on the free-entry night, which is an awesome concept. I could have spent a whole day here.

  • 4/5 Serious B. 4 years ago on Google
    I really enjoyed this museum however, if someone is not a fan of the abstract this is not a place for you. The first and second floor were amazing. So many paintings of Salvador Dali and Picasso and many other great painters which I could just study for hours. The photos are allowed with the exception of one big room. The third and fourth floor was not my cup of tea though. Too modern and too abstract for my taste, but it's just my personal opinion. Someone else might love it. The restaurant and bar downstairs is also great. It might seem to be overpriced but the portions are very big so it balances up. One thing before you go, remember to book the tickets online. Tickets booked online are €2 cheaper than bought at the place.

  • 5/5 Filipe V. 3 years ago on Google
    Once a hospital and now a museum. Beautiful place

  • 5/5 Dora c. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Experience! Beautiful art! The Piccaso master piece, the Guernica: unforgetable!!

  • 3/5 Jessica E. 4 years ago on Google
    The art was the usual mixture of fabulous, OK, and awful that (in my opinion) you get with modern art. There is a good mixture of collections and temporary exhibitions. However, the layout and signage is just dreadful, with arrows pointing in the direction of walls or blocked routes. Perhaps if you are familiar with the layout of the two buildings then it makes more sense, but as first timers we were very confused. A helpful guard told us not to eat at the first floor restaurant as it was very expensive, and recommended the ground floor one. When we finally got there, the music was so loud you couldn't hear yourself think. And, if these prices were cheaper than the first floor restaurant, I dread to think how expensive that was! We left the gallery and ate at a local place instead. Tip: there can be a long queue at the main entrance next to the glass lifts, but if you go to the rear of the new building there is no queue at all.

  • 5/5 Dov P. 4 years ago on Google
    Museo Reina Sofia is amazing! The house for the famous Guernica has exceptional collection of art. The building is an extraordinary combination of an old hospital and a super modern glass and steel wing. Family and Senior citizens tickets are available.

  • 3/5 Anastasia A. 4 years ago on Google
    A bit too modern art for me ? some exhibitions were hard for understanding... Some were difficult to call beautiful. Overall it was interesting. I recommend to take audio guide to get a better understanding of what you are looking at :)

  • 5/5 Rafa Pastor J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very cool (Original) Muy chulo

  • 5/5 jose 3 years ago on Google
    Gran Museo hispano de Arte Contemporáneo

  • 5/5 Наталія �. 3 years ago on Google
    Для того щоб ,,побачити,, мистецтво, мабуть, потрібно піти зразу в три музеї Мадриду: королеви Софії, Прадо, ТісенаБорнеміси. Можливо тоді ви зрозумієте, що художнє мистецтво і не треба розуміти взагалі. Це емоції і відчуття, позитивні, негативні, дивні...А ще мені подобається, як іспанці ,,просувають своє,, і на цьому ще заробляють гроші для розвитку своєї держави.

  • 5/5 Karen W. 3 years ago on Google
    Maravilloso, como siempre, pero ahora con menos gente, por desgracia debido al Covid, se podía visitar con una tranquilidad y seguridad como nunca.

  • 5/5 Jesús Díaz C. 3 years ago on Google
    Gran museo de España. Magnífica colección.

  • 5/5 David F. 3 years ago on Google
    Très intéressant et complet, un "must do" de Madrid

  • 3/5 Estelle C. 3 years ago on Google
    Très belles œuvres exposées mais attention aux heures gratuites, ce n’est pas l’entrée à ces horaires mais bien toute la visite. Pas d’audio guide (compréhensible en raison de la situation) et manque tout de même des explications brèves pour les œuvres.

  • 5/5 Belén Granado G. 3 years ago on Google
    Guernica y más.

  • 5/5 manuel r. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent to visit very good (Original) Excelente para visitar muy bueno

  • 5/5 J. B. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic contemporary art museum, it's huge, take your time, you'll need at least 4 hours to see most of it including amazing sculptures and art from Dalí, Picasso, Miró etc...do not miss the impressive Guernica. Perfect time to enjoy art without tourists. Good museum WiFi, extensive gift shop. Parking on site.

  • 5/5 Walter S. 3 years ago on Google
    Wondeful museum. One of Madrids must visits.

  • 4/5 Lyndsey M. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool roof top with tapas and drinks. You’re going for the 360 degree view of Madrid which is amazing.

  • 5/5 Cesar 3 years ago on Google
    Great modern museum. We especially appreciated the 2nd floor about war. we couldn't take picture of guernica but I took it before knowing so I publish it anyways 😅

  • 4/5 Hylke A. 3 years ago on Google
    Not my style of art, as most of it is abstract, but a great spacious museum that takes care of covid precautions.

  • 5/5 Sandra B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fascinating museum! (Original) Fascinante museo!

  • 5/5 Asunción R. 3 years ago on Google
    Encontramos obras de artistas tan conocidos como Picasso, Juan Gris, Salvador Dalí etc. Recomendable visitarlo

  • 5/5 Miguel Moreno M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Essential. (Original) Imprescindible.

  • 5/5 Dayana Jiménez C. 3 years ago on Google
    Un museo que intenta renovarse, incluir a la gente y poner nuevas exposiciones. La biblioteca está fenomenal para estudiar. La recomiendo.

  • 5/5 Fernando De Los R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) This old hospital, where the senses echoes of those who not long ago were going to be cured or to die, can still be heard, has contained and contains the cries today of art from the end of the IXX century, all of the XX and the XXI that with their wonderful traveling exhibitions have magnified the cultural knowledge of Madriles. The museum's collection of works is scarce, given the immense variety of "isms" that have occurred in the last 150 years, but it is compensated by the continuous exhibitions. Inside its walls I have seen and felt a whole universe of sensations. (Original) Este antiguo hospital donde todavía pueden escucharse los sentidos ecos de quienes no hace mucho iban a curarse o a morir, ha contenido y contiene los gritos hoy del arte de finales del siglo IXX, todo el XX y el XXI que con sus maravillosas exposiciones itinerantes han engrandecido el saber cultural de los madriles. Es escaso el fondo de obras del museo, dada la inmensa variedad de " ismos" que se han dado en los últimos 150 años, pero se compensa con las continuas exposiciones. Dentro sus muros he visto y sentido todo un universo de sensaciones.

  • 5/5 Jorge R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A huge museum with a lot of charm. (Original) Un museo enorme y con muchísimo encanto.

  • 5/5 Clara S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) And if I could give you more stars, I would give them. (Original) Y si pudiera darle más estrellas, se las daría.

  • 5/5 Salvador Nogales G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the most important museums in Madrid and that presents modern art (Original) Uno de los museos más importantes de Madrid y que presenta arte moderno

  • 4/5 stabile r. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Well what to say ... fabulous works, it is useless to list them, the paths to follow, however, are really not very intuitive (Original) Bhe che dire ...opere favolose,inutile starle ad elencare,i percorsi da seguire però,sono veramente poco intuitivi

  • 5/5 Mariluz G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is wonderful. (Original) Es maravilloso.

  • 5/5 Antonio C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very well organized (Original) Bellissimo organizzatissimo

  • 5/5 Lola F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful collection both permanent and temporary. Incredible Leon Ferrari film show. (Original) Hermosisima colección tanto las permanentes como las temporales. Increíble muestra de cine de Leon Ferrari.

  • 3/5 escriru 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good overall (Original) Buena en general

  • 5/5 Grégoire B. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect if you like modern art. Some of the main expo rooms are closed due to covid but the museum is big enough. The temporary expo on Ida Applebroog is particularly well done.

  • 5/5 D. F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great museum! It is a must see in Madrid. Even though you don’t notice at first, but the museum is really big and houses an amazing selection of work of art. This museum is also the holder of Picasso’s Guernica, an iconic painting of the modern art movement. The painting is simply amazing when seen in person. They also have a great variety of modern art painters spread through different galleries. I also love the book store and café located in the back of the museum. Definitely worth a visit!

  • 5/5 Guillermo M. 2 years ago on Google
    If you love modern art, you cannot miss this museum. The Guernica by Pablo Picasso, and lots of artwork by Salvador Dali, Juan Griss, Pablo Picasso, Man Ray and much more. Arrive early to avoid the queues! The gift shop of museum is fantastic too!

  • 4/5 Nick X. 2 years ago on Google
    A must see for any contemporary art lover. Not sure how much is covid dependant but the layout is a bit confusing and often wasn't sure if I had finished an exhibit or not. There is also a lack of description tags so an audio tour seems to be quite worthwhile

  • 4/5 marcelo v. 2 years ago on Google
    It was hard to get in, there was a big line and plenty of health measures. The space is great, and there were interesting exhibitions showing. We enjoyed learning about Ida Applebroog and Charlotte Johannesson. The exhibitions were very well documented with plenty of text. It 2 hours to enjoy the free museum entry is not enough...

  • 5/5 Christine Faith G. 2 years ago on Google
    It’s always a pleasure to just drop-by and see the museum’s segunda planta collection. Displayed here is Picasso’s Guernica along with other great artists like Dali. The museum has free visit hours which changes depending on the season. Best check their timetable on their website.

  • 5/5 C 2 years ago on Google
    This is the place where you experience and get deeply touched (disturbed) by Picasso’s Guernica.

  • 3/5 Jaga W. 2 years ago on Google
    Museum collected an impressive part of world-renowned pieces of art. For me it was just fascinating and breathtaking! But I missed a sort of explanation or, so to Say, background for parts of the exhibition. The museum was full of foreign tourists and let's face the truth - not everyone is familiar with the stories that are well known to Spanish nation. Therefore, I do not think the museum plays such a big educational role for its visitors. What's more, many rooms were closed (maybe there was a reason for that...), and what made me confused - they close it at 2.30pm on Sundays! Besides the museum is closed on one day of the week - which is very typical for this kind of institution. But closing it in the middle of the day on Sunday? Come on Guys! So inconvenient! I have been to many museums in Europe and it is the first one I was kicked out on Sunday early afternoon :) :) :) funny and sad at the same time. To sum it up - I loved it but maybe u should think of changing the opening hours

  • 3/5 Stijn F. 2 years ago on Google
    We visited in October 2021. It has a nice collection of modern and contemporary art (Miro, Dali, Picasso etc .) with the Guernica as the absolute highlight. We also liked the link that was made with the civil war, upcoming fascism and the art. Admission fee is fair. What was a minus is that the exposition content on the different floors/buildings is poorly indicated. The signs don't show much information and no detailed floormap is provided.

  • 4/5 Kent W. 2 years ago on Google
    terraza café. Covered but plenty of open air

  • 3/5 Barbara d. 2 years ago on Google
    EDIT AT THE END- Liked all the floors apart from the 3rd that had exhibits that seem to be there just to fill up space, just like Michael Schmidt’s exhibit that is just random, filling walls for the sake of filling space as if they couldn’t find anything else to put there. It really wasn’t for me and almost made me upset that they would give this space to another artists (I’m sorry but we really don’t need 6 frames the same lamp post or blurry pictures that seem like they should be tossed). It could have been too abstract for me cause most of the 3rd floor felt very out of place and not thought out. The place is big and easy to get lost. No cafe. EDIT- my dad tried leaving a review on the website saying the cut the line tickets where not necessary as we didn’t experience a line and that it was well indicated and they would let his review go through as it was 3 stars. I find that not ok.

  • 5/5 Olga P. 2 years ago on Google
    It's very modern museum. The collection is located on some floors. Photo is not allowed. The gifts' store is on the ground floor with separate entrance. The collection has "Gernika" Picasso and some pictures of Dali.

  • 3/5 Moran Ben H. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve seen better,,, much better especially in big cities. It should be bigger

  • 3/5 Monika T. 2 years ago on Google
    The museum has a huge and great collection of art, you can also go to the highest floor and to enjoy the view of Madrid. I really appreciate the opportunity to visit it for free. Unfortunately, the organization was a bit messy, many people and no signs where to start, which direction take etc. It is possible to miss the most important part of it because of the lack of signs. Never been to any museum where was so hard to orientate.

  • 4/5 Ton D. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice museum. The architecture is impressive. I was not very overwhelmed by the exhibitions, quite an overload on photographs. But the paintings were realy good.

  • 3/5 yirmi s. 2 years ago on Google
    This museum is focused on modern and contemporary art. We didn't connect to most of the exhibits there. However, there are some incredible paintings by Picasso, Daly and other famous artists, which are worth the visit there. If you really need to see the Guernica painting by Picasso, then go there. Otherwise, focus on the other museums.

  • 5/5 Ved P. 2 years ago on Google
    A very nice art museum of Madrid 🇪🇦. They have amazing collection of art and paintings, including some masterpiece of Picasso. Please visit their website to look for free days and hours.

  • 5/5 Octavian M. 1 year ago on Google
    It is a very beautiful and large museum. I really liked the expos ( Picasso, Dali, others and a lot of 'Tat' art), because it displays a variety of styles and types of art. It has 3 floors with art and a fourth floor with a panoramic view What I didn't like was the design of the museum, because if you don't speak spanish, you will get a little lost. In conclusion, I really recommend this establishment.

  • 5/5 Seyma B. 1 year ago on Google
    It is a must-see museum for all art lovers!! You can see most of the famous works and enjoy it unbelievably. one of the best modern art museums!

  • 5/5 Dominique C. 1 year ago on Google
    To see one of the world’s best collections of modern and abstract art, visit the majestic Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía! It is Spain's national museum of 20th-century art. The museum was opened on September 10, 1990, and is named for Queen Sofía, who was Spain’s Queen from 1975-2014. The museum has rare collections of famous Spanish artists such as Salvador Dali and Joan Miro . It is located in Madrid, near the Atocha train and metro stations, at the southern end of the “Golden Triangle of Art.”

  • 5/5 Ela L. 1 year ago on Google
    So many exhibitions and collections, you can spend a whole day in this museum. Great variety of art and art techniques, great explanations on each exhibition. Overall a great experience for art lovers.🌸

  • 4/5 Mihai P. 2 years ago on Google
    This museum has an interesting mix of modern art in one building and then older, 20th-century art in the original building. The collection of Goya, Dali, Miro, and Picasso paintings is very impressive. We purchased our tickets on-line, which were good for any time of the day. This is a must-see while in Madrid and I highly recommend visiting this museum.

  • 5/5 Elisabetta B. 1 year ago on Google
    Hands down the best museum we saw in Madrid. Unfortunately you can’t take pics inside (I was only told after I took the ones here) but Guernica is as breathtaking as you expect, if not more. And I absolutely loved the section on mental health’s role in art - with an interesting reflection on asylum patients being asked to produce art that someone else made money out of and to pose as models. Easily accessible in a wheelchair, beautiful surroundings! I would recommend this if you are only gonna go to one museum in Madrid!

  • 5/5 Ivy W. 10 months ago on Google
    The art museum is really big, with lot of 20th centuries art works. The neighbourhood is also quiet and calm. Totally recommended for a walk. The museum is also is near the city centre so is easy to travel. No need for Metro.

  • 4/5 卓文芳 9 months ago on Google
    Unexpected visit with much delight. It is soooooo close to the Atocha train station. Glad to “meet” Picasso, Dali and Miro with their awesome works.

  • 4/5 Ilan K. 8 months ago on Google
    An amazing modern art exhibition including paintings, sculptures, installation and more by some of the 20th century leading artists such as Dali and Picasso... The later famous "Guernica" painting is on exhibit. Well worth the time to explore the different rooms showcasing a variety of art movements. There is a free entrance, depending on the day and time that you can find through Google.

  • 5/5 Tanya R. 8 months ago on Google
    A Captivating Art Odyssey at Reina Sofia Museum! Stepping into the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia felt like embarking on a mesmerizing art adventure. The museum's design was a canvas of elegance, guiding me through a delightful array of modern and contemporary artworks. From Dalí's surreal masterpieces to Miró's vivid creations, each piece carried its own story. Reina Sofia also embraced the present, spotlighting emerging talents, sparking curiosity and igniting artistic innovation. For art lovers, history seekers, or anyone eager to be moved by creativity, Reina Sofia Museum is a true gem in Madrid's heart.

  • 5/5 Justa G. 7 months ago on Google
    Very large art museum with huge variety of exhibits. Very famous pieces located here as well as more modern art. Saw some fascinating visual pieces that were mesmerising. Layout is not great, so would be easy to miss something. One of the floors was closed, not sure why.

  • 4/5 Christopher B. 5 months ago on Google
    Top tip.... Pay for entry on a Sunday morning. Otherwise if you want to wait for free entry from 12:30pm you'll be queuing for a long time in a long line in the fierce sun. The building itself has thick stone walls which insulate it from the outside world in more than one way and there is a great little garden in the central quad. After you've seen Guernica (up one floor on the far side. Photos now permitted) , take the opportunity to pop into the other rooms along the corridors to discover some hidden gems.

  • 5/5 C T. 5 months ago on Google
    In my opinion this is the best museum in the city. Picasso's 'Guernica' is located here. You can also view Dali, Miró, Picabia, Solana and more. Entrance is free on weekdays between 19:00 and 20:30 and do not miss the view on the top floor.

  • 5/5 Toni K. 5 months ago on Google
    Really beautiful and extensive art museum. It has great selection of art, loved being there. Crowded especially at the Picasso section, but besides that, I liked it. A lot of benches to sit

  • 5/5 John K. 5 months ago on Google
    I visited here one Friday evening and there was a long line out the door because it had free entry for the day. The museum currently features an extensive Ben Shahn exhibit, which is definitely worth seeing. In addition, the permanent section has a solid collection of modern artworks by both famous and lesser known modern artists, of which many are Spanish artists. While it doesn't have the most famous pieces by the likes of Picasso, Dali or Miro et al, it still definitely merits a visit when in Madrid.

  • 5/5 Chris J. 4 months ago on Google
    Wonderful. Just wonderful. Great display of art and they have plenty of room to accommodate extra people so you don’t feel crowded or rushed. We were treated to some pop up street artist doing some chalk work.

  • 5/5 Igor S. 4 months ago on Google
    Fantastic! Guernica by Picasso is amazing. Beautiful art by Miro, Dalí, Picasso and many others. Do recommend buying the tickets in advance if possible. They do have a free entry for 1 hour but the line to get in is huge, as a tourist, it is better to buy the tickets and save time. Each ticket was about $12 euros.

  • 5/5 Tomo K. 3 months ago on Google New
    One of the best museum I have ever been. Prado is also nice if you are more into Christianity, but if you do not have enough time to visit both I recommend this one more.

  • 5/5 Raymond L. 2 months ago on Google New
    However great the Prado may be, this is the place to go for 20th century Spanish art. There are numerous works by Dali, Picasso, Gris and their contemporaries. At present there is an outstanding temporary exhibition about Picasso’s artistic transformation around the year 1906.


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