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Opening Hours and Info Tickets - Thyssen-Bornemisza National

The museums welcomes visitors every day of the week. Here is all you need to know.

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum – Timings

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum – General Opening Hours

Tuesday to Friday and Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (extended to 9:00 PM on weekdays in July and August)
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM, with free entry from 9:00 PM
Monday: closed to the public, except for free entry from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM
Last Admission: 30 minutes before closing

Specific Opening Hours for Special Exhibitions
Temporary exhibitions on the ground floor and level -1 follow the same schedule as the general opening hours above.
(Some exhibitions may extend hours on select evenings during peak seasons.)

Library and Study Rooms
Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Access may require prior appointment.)

Note: The museum may adjust its hours on public holidays, event days, or for maintenance.

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum Tickets: Permanent Collection

Highlights

Explore an extraordinary assortment of artworks spanning multiple centuries.

Wander through thematic floors featuring pieces from medieval times to modern avant-garde.

Enjoy the chance to visit anytime within a year with flexible ticket validity.

Admire pieces from prominent artists, including unique works representing different art movements.

Benefit from free entry for visitors under 18 and complimentary admission on Mondays during midday hours.

Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen: Paseo del Arte Season Tickets

Highlights

Avoid lengthy queues with express access.

Visit three top museums located close to each other.

Save up to 20% compared to individual ticket purchases.

Experience some of the world’s finest art collections.

Flexible entry times and dates for your convenience.

How Much Time to Spend at Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum?

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Plan on two to three hours for the Thyssen-Bornemisza, or about two and a half hours if you're sticking to the official estimate (add 50 minutes if you're also visiting the ground-floor temporary exhibition). The museum is organized by period: Old Masters from the medieval and Renaissance eras on the upper floors, Modern and Avant-Garde work on the first floor, and the Carmen Thyssen Collection on the ground floor.

If you're taking a guided tour or want to spend real time with the temporary exhibitions, give yourself longer. Weekends and special events get busier, so build in extra time then. The on-site cafeteria and the mobile audioguide app both help if you want to slow down and take a break partway through.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum Timings

What are the opening hours for the permanent collection at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum?

The permanent collection is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (Saturday until 11:00 pm). On Mondays the museum is closed to the public except for free entry from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.

When is the ticket office open at the museum?

The ticket office operates Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm, staying open until 8:30 pm on Saturdays. On Mondays the ticket office is closed, as the only Monday access is free entry from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.

Are there any special night openings at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum?

Yes, as part of “Thyssen Nights,” visitors can access temporary exhibitions on the ground floor and level -1 free of charge on Saturdays from 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm (or the Carmen Thyssen Collection, when no temporary exhibition is on view).

Is the museum open on public holidays?

The museum is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25. On December 24 and 31, it is open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

What are the opening hours of the museum’s shop and bookstore?

The shop is open Monday noon to 4:30 pm, Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am to 7:30 pm, and Sunday 10:00 am to 7:15 pm.

When can visitors use the museum’s cafeteria and restaurant?

The cafeteria and restaurant follow the museum’s opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (Saturday until 11:00 pm), and Monday only from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.

Are there any days when admission to the museum is free?

Yes. Admission is free every Monday from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm (thanks to Mastercard), every Saturday from 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm as part of “Thyssen Nights” (thanks to Uber), and at all times for visitors under 18, the unemployed, and people with a disability of 33% or more.

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