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 |
| Under 18s | Free |
| Students 18–25 (with student card) | Free |
| Over-65s | Free |
| Unemployed people | Free |
| People with a disability ≥ 33 % + companion | Free |
| Reduced admission 50% | Cultural volunteers, large families, museum staff |
| 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 →⏳ Time-slot places are limited. Lock in your time · free cancellation.
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 for under-18s, students 18–25, over-65s, unemployed people and disability + companion. The 50% reduced rate is only for cultural volunteers, large families and museum staff. 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.
Is the Reina Sofía open in August?
Yes. The Reina Sofía opens all year on its usual schedule, including August: Monday and Wednesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 21:00, and Sundays from 10:00 to 14:30. It closes on Tuesdays and a few specific public holidays.
Which days is the Reina Sofía closed?
It closes every Tuesday, and also on 1 and 6 January, 1 and 15 May, 9 November and 24, 25 and 31 December. On all other days it opens from 10:00 to 21:00 (Sundays until 14:30).
Content reviewed by the Ticket Visit team · June 2026.
