Reina Sofía Museum

Founded in 1992, the Reina Sofía covers the periods that are not examined in the Prado Museum. The earliest work of art is from 1881, the same year Pablo Picasso was born.

The building where the museum is currently housed was previously used as a hospital, Hospital de San Carlos, constructed at the end of the 18th century.

Collection

The Reina Sofía features a large collection of paintings by renowned twentieth-century Spanish artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí and Joan Miró. The museum’s most famous composition is Picasso’s "Guernica", one of the most effective anti-war paintings in the world, although a large number of his works can be found in the Picasso museum in Malaga.

The art fans will need several hours to explore the Reina Sofía, due to its sheer size. If you are less enthusiastic about art, it will take you approximately between one and two hours to see the most renowned paintings and sculptures.

Buy Tickets 

If you want to visit the museum without having to worry about queues, we recommend you buy your ticket in advance. You can do it through the website at this link:

• Reina Sofía Museum Fast Track Ticket

If you'd prefer to visit the museum with a guide to ensure you don't miss any details, you can book a guided tour through this link:

• Reina Sofía Guided Tour