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# Are museums free in Madrid?

## Quick answer

None of the 5 Madrid museums we cover offers free standard admission to every visitor. 2 offer free or reduced entry under specific conditions, including Museo del Prado, Museo Reina Sofía. Check the rules below before visiting.

Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.

## Free entry at Madrid museums

| Museum | Free entry | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [Museo del Prado](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/prado/) | Conditions apply | Free last 2 hours daily for the permanent collection (Mon–Sat 6–8 PM, Sun and holidays 5–7 PM; ticket office only, subject to capacity) · Under 18 free · Students aged 18–25 free (with proof) |
| [Museo Reina Sofía](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/reina-sofia/) | Conditions apply | Monday and Wednesday–Saturday 7–9 PM; Sunday 12:30–2:30 PM; a free ticket is still required |
| [Museo Lázaro Galdiano](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/museo-lazaro-galdiano/) | Paid | €7 standard admission |
| [Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/thyssen-bornemisza/) | Paid | €14 standard admission |
| [Museo Sorolla](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/museo-sorolla/) | Paid | €3 standard admission |

Visitor details last reviewed 2026-06-30. Check the linked official museum websites before travelling.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which museums are free in Madrid?

None of the museums we cover in Madrid offers always-free standard admission for everyone. Museo del Prado, Museo Reina Sofía offer conditional free or reduced entry; check the visitor rules.

### Do free Madrid museums require booking?

Some free museums ask for a free timed ticket at busy periods. Check the official website linked from each World Museum Guide profile before visiting.

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