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.
What are the Reina Sofía Museum's opening hours?
The Reina Sofía Museum opens on Mondays and from Wednesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, and on Sundays from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. It closes on Tuesdays. Admission is free in the evening slots, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and on Sundays from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
Which day does the Reina Sofía Museum close?
The Reina Sofía Museum closes every Tuesday. The rest of the week it opens from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, except on Sundays, when it closes at 2:30 pm. It may also close on certain public holidays, so it is worth confirming the museum's calendar before your visit.
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
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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.
