Reina Sofía Museum Hours and Prices 2026
The Reina Sofía has generous opening hours with free afternoon access. Here are all the up-to-date details you need to plan your visit without any surprises.
Reina Sofía Museum opening hours
| Day | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 – 21:00 | Free 19:00–21:00 |
| Tuesday | CLOSED | Weekly closing day |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 21:00 | Free 19:00–21:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 21:00 | Free 19:00–21:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 21:00 | Free 19:00–21:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 21:00 | Free 19:00–21:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 14:30 | Free 12:30–14:30 |
Important: the museum closes on Tuesdays and on certain public holidays. Check the museum's calendar before your visit.
Ticket prices 2026
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| General admission | €12 |
| Reduced admission | Ask at the ticket office (unemployed, large families, etc.) |
| Under 18s | Free |
| Students (up to age 25 with student card) | Free |
| People with disability ≥ 65 % | Free |
| Evening hours (see table above) | Free |
The online ticket price for general admission is the same as at the ticket office: €12. The advantage of buying online is skipping the queue and guaranteeing entry on busy days.
Free-entry days in 2026
In addition to the free evening hours, the Reina Sofía offers free admission on the following dates each year:
- 18 April — International Day for Monuments and Sites
- 18 May — International Museum Day
- 22 May — Museum anniversary
- 12 October — Spain's National Day
- 6 December — Constitution Day
Book your skip-the-line ticket
Buying online guarantees direct entry without queuing at the ticket office — especially important in summer and at weekends. Free cancellation.
See available tickets →Tips on timing your visit
- Avoid midday in summer and weekend mornings: these are the busiest times in the Guernica galleries.
- If you plan to use the free evening access, arrive just before 19:00 to join the queue before the free slot opens.
- Sundays close at 14:30 — the shortest visiting day of the week. Arrive before 12:00 to explore the collection at a relaxed pace.
- On Mondays, when most Madrid museums are closed, the Reina Sofía is open: a great option for seeing the city with fewer tourists.
Frequently asked questions about hours and prices
What are the Reina Sofía Museum's opening hours?
Monday and Wednesday–Saturday 10:00 to 21:00. Sundays 10:00 to 14:30. Closed on Tuesdays.
How much does a Reina Sofía ticket cost?
General admission is €12, both at the ticket office and online. Free entry during evening hours and for certain groups. See free entry.
When is the Reina Sofía free?
Free Monday to Saturday from 19:00 to 21:00 and Sundays from 12:30 to 14:30. Also on 18 April, 18 and 22 May, 12 October and 6 December.
Content reviewed by the Ticket Visit team · June 2026.