Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos

What's On

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Minor White

The first European retrospective of American photographer Minor White, marking 50 years since his death, covering nature, portraiture and his innovative photographic sequences.

Now showing24 Sept – 10 Jan 2027€5

Women Artists: Pathways through Pre-Raphaelitism (1850-1914)

A survey of over forty women artists linked to the Pre-Raphaelite movement, tracing their careers and creative paths through the Victorian era.

Now showing24 Sept – 10 Jan 2027€5

The Other Face of the Avant-Garde

Traces how Hans Prinzhorn's collection of psychiatric-patient artwork influenced Expressionist, Dadaist and Surrealist artists, and its later revival as Art Brut by Jean Dubuffet.

Now showing24 Sept – 10 Jan 2027€5

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Museo Arqueológico Nacional

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Casa de América

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Museo Naval

MilitaryFree7 min walk

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Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas

Design7 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos cost?

Standard adult admission to Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos is €5. Reduced admission €3; free Mondays 14:00-20:00 (except holidays); audio guide included; guided tours €7; group visits €3/person (6-15 people). Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos?

Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos is open Mon 14:00-20:00 (free entry), Tue-Sat 11:00-20:00, Sun & holidays 11:00-19:00. Closed 25 Dec, 1 Jan & 6 Jan; shortened hours 10:00-15:00 on 24 & 31 Dec and 5 Jan.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos?

Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos is located at Paseo de Recoletos, 23, 28004 Madrid, Spain, in the Recoletos area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Banco de España (Metro Line 2) and Colón (Metro Line 4).

What can I see at Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos?

A grand 19th-century Madrid palace turned exhibition hall, staging major painting, sculpture and photography shows on Paseo de Recoletos. Current highlights include Minor White, Women Artists: Pathways through Pre-Raphaelitism (1850-1914) and The Other Face of the Avant-Garde.

Do I need to book Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Fundación MAPFRE – Sala Recoletos?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.