easy
2–2.5 hours
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for most fitness levels
Explore Madrid’s Reina Sofía Museum with a private French-speaking guide, skipping the lines to discover iconic masterpieces and the stories behind them in a 2-2.5 hour immersive tour.
€79 - €145 | 2 to 2.5 Hrs | Daily | SKIP-THE-LINE
Experience the Reina Sofia Museum on a private 2 to 2.5 hour guided tour, where you'll skip the lines and delve into modern and contemporary art. Discover masterpieces by Picasso, Dali, and Miró while learning the fascinating stories and historical contexts behind these iconic works in one of Madrid's cultural gems.
2 - 2.5 hours
By the Spanish Flag at the main entrance, outside of the museum Reina Sofia
The Reina Sofia Museum houses one of the largest collections of modern and contemporary art in the world. On this 2 to 2.5 hour private guided museum tour, your guide will lead you through its many galleries, recounting the captivating stories behind the most important works. The best part? You’ll skip the line, ensuring that you get as much time as possible inside one of Madrid’s most popular national museums.
In the 1990s, a former hospital was renovated and turned into the Reina Sofia, home to 20th century art mostly from Spanish artists. Your expert guide will discuss the various artistic movements on display here, including abstractionism, cubism, surrealism, and modernism. You’ll learn all about Spain’s most famous artistic export, Pablo Picasso, while standing in front of his world-changing painting, “Guernica.” You’ll see works by Joan Miró, like “The Man with a Pipe,” as well as Salvador Dali’s “Face of the Great Masturbator,” learning about the techniques and stories behind these sometimes offbeat works of art. Your guide will situate all of these works in their larger social and political contexts, allowing you to understand how events like the Spanish Civil War shaped these artists’ lives and works. By the end, you’ll have experienced one of Spain’s, and the world’s, most exquisite collections of contemporary art, which no trip to Madrid should go without.
Even with skip-the-line access, arriving promptly ensures a relaxed start and full use of your 2.5-hour tour.
The museum covers several floors and expansive galleries, so comfortable footwear helps you enjoy the experience without fatigue.
The museum’s temperature control can make indoor spaces cool, so layering is wise especially in spring and fall.
Photos without flash are usually permitted in most galleries but check with your guide to respect any restricted works.
The Reina Sofía Museum was officially opened in 1992, reviving the former 18th-century hospital building as Spain’s national museum of 20th-century art.
The museum actively promotes sustainable exhibition practices and responsible visitor behavior to minimize environmental impact.
Essential for exploring galleries comfortably over the course of the tour.
Staying hydrated is important, especially during warm months while waiting before the tour.
summer specific
spring specific
Useful to jot down insights or artworks to revisit later.