Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza

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Kenny Scharf

Retrospective of the East Village artist and urban art pioneer, with paintings, sculptures, installations and murals blending pop culture and surrealism.

Now showing29 Sept – 17 Jan 2027€14

Seba Calfuqueo. Cautin

Mapuche artist Seba Calfuqueos first European solo show, exploring the Cautin River through ceramics, video and embroidered paintings.

Now showing6 Oct – 17 Jan 2027€14

Mauritshuis Thyssen-Bornemisza: Masterpieces from The Hague

The Mauritshuis and the Thyssen exchange 25 Dutch masterpieces, including Vermeers View of Delft, shown across the museums classical rooms.

Now showing9 Oct – 10 Jan 2027€14

The Freudian Universe of Dali

Explores Salvador Dalis fascination with Sigmund Freud and their 1938 meeting, and how psychoanalysis shaped Dalis surrealist visual language.

Now showing20 Oct – 24 Jan 2027€14

Permanent Collections

Les Vessenots in Auvers

Van Goghs 1890 landscape of the hamlet near Auvers, painted in the final weeks of his life with luminous greens and agitated brushwork.

Permanent collection€14

Portrait of Henry VIII

Hans Holbein the Younger sole surviving painted portrait of Henry VIII, c.1537, a jewel-like study of royal power.

Permanent collection€14

Saint Catherine of Alexandria

Caravaggios dramatic c.1598 depiction of the martyr, leaning against her spiked wheel, painted for his first patron Cardinal del Monte.

Permanent collection€14

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Visitor Information

How much does Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza cost?

Standard adult admission to Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is €14. Reduced €10 (65+, pensioners, students); groups of 7+ €12; free for under-18s, unemployed, and visitors with 33%+ disability. Free entry Mondays 12:00-16:00 (Mastercard-sponsored) and Saturdays 21:00-23:00 (Uber-sponsored).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza?

Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is open Tue-Sun 10:00-19:00 (Sat until 23:00; summer Jul-Aug Tue-Fri until 21:00). Mon 12:00-16:00, free admission only, no paid entry. Shortened hours 10:00-15:00 on 24 & 31 Dec; closed 25 Dec, 1 Jan and 1 May.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza?

Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is located at Paseo del Prado, 8, 28014 Madrid, Spain, in the Paseo del Prado area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Banco de España (Metro Line 2), Atocha (Cercanías) and Sevilla (Metro Line 2).

What can I see at Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza?

Seven centuries of European painting in a Baroque palace, filling the gaps between the Prado and Reina Sofia. Current highlights include Mauritshuis Thyssen-Bornemisza: Masterpieces from The Hague, Les Vessenots in Auvers and Portrait of Henry VIII.

Do I need to book Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza 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 Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza?

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.