Guided Tours

Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum Guided Tour

Plunge into the world of art without waiting in lines! You'll have full access to the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum with an expert by your side.

Your guide will reveal the story behind every masterpiece and the motives that drove renowned artists in your preferred language—English or Spanish.

Enjoy a truly personalized tour with up to 7 art lovers, diving into themes that excite you. With 1,000+ works, this is the ultimate art playground.

From Titian's Renaissance to Dali's surrealism, see how art transformed over the centuries with access to all permanent and temporary exhibits.

Guided tour of the Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum with skip-the-line entry

Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Small group tour (up to 7)

Access to the Permanent Collection

Access to the Carmen Thyssen Collection

Access to temporary exhibits

Audio guide and headphones

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Dive into centuries of art history in an intimate, guided tour of the famed Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, with skip-the-line access and language options.

Getting started

Meet your official guide at the designated meeting point near the museum entrance or at Starbucks Door, Plaza Canovas del Castillo. After a quick ticket validation and security check, your guide will introduce the highlights of the collection and provide your audio guide and headphones.

What to expect

This museum is a cornerstone of Madrid’s famed “Golden Triangle of Art,” housing over 1,000 works that trace the evolution of European painting from the 13th to the 20th century. Its collection bridges the gap between the Prado and Reina Sofía, offering a unique perspective on Western art history.

Features

Priority admission: Skip the line and maximize your time inside the galleries, with easy access via public transportation.

Expert-led insights: Your official guide highlights key pieces and movements, from the Dutch and American schools to Fauvism, Expressionism, Surrealism, Abstraction, and Pop Art.

Family-friendly access: The museum is stroller/pram accessible, making it suitable for visitors of all ages.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves standing and walking for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, oversized luggage, food, and drinks are not allowed inside the museum for security reasons.

Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not permitted inside the museum.

Accessibility

This experience is accessible by wheelchair.

Prams, wheelchairs, and electric scooters are available for use, free of charge.

For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

Children under 18 can enter for free.

Note: Temporary exhibitions have limited capacity. Entry is timed, with visitors admitted every 15 minutes.

Access to the permanent collection is free on Mondays from 12pm to 4pm, and on Saturdays from 9pm to 11pm.

Facilities: Baby feeding room, Wi-Fi, ATM, cloakroom, mobile charging stations, and cafes.

Audio guide available on the Second Canvas Thyssen app. Instructions to download will be shared with your ticket. Do bring your own headphones.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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