Current & Upcoming Exhibitions at Museo Reina Sofía
The Story & Collection of Museo Reina Sofía
Museo Reina Sofía ranks among the most celebrated cultural institutions in Europe. Housed in a historic landmark of grand architectural standing, the museum safeguards centuries of artistic genius and timeless treasures. Engage with modern masterpieces, including Picasso’s “Guernica,” in Madrid. Remodeled and converted into a museum in 1992, this 18th-century hospital holds Madrid’s premier collection of contemporary art. It's collection includes Picasso’s Guernica, which is arguably Spain’s single-most famous artwork. The Museo Reina Sofía also holds works by the other 20th-century titans of Spanish art, Salvador Dalí and Joan Miró.
Wandering through its luminous galleries, visitors encounter an extraordinary concentration of fine art, master paintings, and sculptural triumphs. The curatorial installation guides travelers on an illuminating journey across the major artistic movements that shaped Western civilization.
Beyond the fame of its individual masterworks, Museo Reina Sofía captivates with the harmony of its monumental spaces and natural light. An essential cultural destination, it offers both seasoned connoisseurs and first-time visitors a profoundly inspiring museum experience.
Museo Reina Sofía
A distinguished architectural monument conceived to elevate and protect one of the world's supreme art collections.
Iconic Masterpieces at Museo Reina Sofía
Surrealist Era Surrealist Masterworks & The Dalí Crypt
Paintings & Artist Crypt
The definitive collection of Salvador Dalí's mind-bending canvases staged directly above his resting place.
3D Installation The Mae West Room & Optical Illusions
Sculptural Furniture & Perspective
The world-famous face transformed into an immersive living room with the iconic red-lip sofa.
Figueres Landmark The Geodesic Dome & Theatre Architecture
Lattice Glass & Brick Facade
The magnificent glass geodesic dome crowning the restored ruins of the Figueres municipal theatre.
General Admission Ticket — Museo Reina Sofía
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Architecture & Halls of Museo Reina Sofía
Practical Visitor Info & Getting There
Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
Timeslot reservation recommended
Metro / Bus station nearby
Stop within walking distance
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