Museo Naval

What's On

Permanent Collections

Flemish galleon model (1593)

A rare 16th-century ship model from the royal collection, believed to have been made as a votive offering, documenting galleon design of the period.

Permanent collectionFree

Chart of Juan de la Cosa (1500)

A 1500 parchment nautical chart by Juan de la Cosa, the earliest surviving map to show the American continent, drawn after Columbus's voyages.

Permanent collectionFree

Ming blue-and-white porcelain collection

Chinese Ming-dynasty (c.1575-1600) blue-and-white porcelain carried to Spain aboard the Manila Galleon, prized as luxury trade goods.

Permanent collectionFree

Model of the warship Real Borbón (1817-1819)

A detailed model of the three-deck, 140-gun warship Real Borbón, commissioned under Ferdinand VII and considered a high point of Spanish naval shipbuilding.

Permanent collectionFree

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Visitor Information

Is Museo Naval free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Museo Naval is free. Free entry; a voluntary EUR3 donation towards upkeep is requested.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Museo Naval?

Museo Naval is open Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-19:00, closed Mondays. Closed throughout August for maintenance. Free entry (voluntary EUR3 donation requested). Closed 1 & 6 January, 1 May, and 24, 25 & 31 December. From 2 September 2026 the main Paseo del Prado entrance is closed for works; visitors enter via Montalbán, 2 (this alternate entrance is not currently wheelchair-accessible).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museo Naval?

Museo Naval is located at Paseo del Prado, 3, 28014 Madrid, Spain, in the Jerónimos, Paseo del Prado area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Banco de España (Metro L2), Retiro (Metro L2) and Recoletos (Cercanías C-1/C-2/C-7/C-8/C-10).

What can I see at Museo Naval?

Spain's national naval history museum, with the 1500 Juan de la Cosa map and ship models on the Paseo del Prado. Current highlights include Flemish galleon model (1593), Chart of Juan de la Cosa (1500) and Ming blue-and-white porcelain collection.

Do I need to book Museo Naval in advance?

Museo Naval is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free entry; a voluntary EUR3 donation towards upkeep is requested.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Museo Naval?

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.