Madrid is a city of arts and of different art museums. The Reina Sofia is a museum located near the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Prado Museum, and just a few meters from the Atocha railway station. If you are interested in modern art Reina Sofia is an exciting place, and the most famous painting located in Reina Sofia is Guernica, painted by Pablo Picasso after the terrible airstrike on the Bask city Guernica in 1937. In addition several paintings from Salvadore Dali can be seen and other modern Spanish painters.
It opened in 1992, taking over an old hospital building from the 18th century. The museum is named after Queen Sofía of Spain. Over the years, the museum has expanded and added new buildings, making it a major spot for art lovers. If you’re into modern and contemporary art, the Reina Sofía is a must-visit!
Reina Sofia
Calle Santa Isabel 52
Metro: Atocha
How do I get to Reina Sofia?
Getting to the Reina Sofía Museum in Madrid is pretty straightforward. If you’re using the metro, the closest station is Atocha, which is on Line 1. From there, it’s just a short walk to the museum.
You can also take a bus; many routes stop nearby, including numbers 6, 10, 14, 19, 27, 32, 34, 36, 41, 45, 47, 55, 59, 85, 86, 102, and 247.
If you prefer to walk, the museum is in the Atocha neighborhood, so it’s easily accessible from many parts of the city. Enjoy your visit! When you are finished, you will quickly discover that the museum isn’t very far from other popular art museums such as Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza, so you can easily combine your trip to Reina Sofia with a visit to one of those museums as well.
News from Reina Sofia:
September 2024
Soledad Sevilla – an exhibition.
Reina Sofia pictures
