Thyssen Museum: Small-Group Guided Tour (max 7)
90-minute guided tour of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in a group of up to 7, with skip-the-line entry included: from Caravaggio to Monet, Degas, Picasso and Dalí. Rated 4.9/5, free cancellation up to 24 h before. In English.
4.990 reviews
Photo credits
- Museo Thyssen.jpg · Francisco Anzola · CC BY 2.0
- Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza (Madrid) 06b.jpg · Luis García (Zaqarbal) · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Museo Thyssen (25580058420).jpg · Emilio · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Museo Thyssen (25251901673).jpg · Emilio · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Museo Thyssen (25251848123).jpg · Emilio · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Museo Thyssen (25579993990).jpg · Emilio · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza (Madrid) 05.jpg · Jean-Pierre Dalbéra · CC BY 2.0
Practical details
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Guide languages
- English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Small group of up to 7 people
- Live professional guide in English
- Skip-the-line entry ticket included
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before
Our take
With a maximum of 7 people this feels almost like a private tour, and it shows in the reviews: 4.9 out of 5. In 90 minutes you get the thread that connects eight centuries of painting, which the audio guide alone does not give you. If you prefer to go at your own pace, the entry ticket with audio guide costs a third of the price.
What's included
- Professional guide
- Museum entry ticket
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup
Good to know
What to bring
- Passport or ID
- Comfortable shoes
Not suitable for
- Anyone needing a tour in a language other than English
- Pets (except assistance dogs)
Things to keep in mind
- The tour runs rain or shine; it is only cancelled if the museum closes
- No drinks allowed inside the museum
- There are lifts between floors
Meeting point
Next to the bust of Baron Thyssen, right in front of the museum door (Paseo del Prado, 8).
Your guide from The Guides You Need waits next to the bust of Baron Thyssen at the museum entrance. Arrive 10-15 minutes early.
The experience
What you will see
The guide takes you through the highlights of the Thyssen-Bornemisza's permanent collection, one of the most complete private collections of European art:
- Old Masters: Renaissance portraits and the Baroque of Caravaggio and Rembrandt.
- Impressionism: Monet, Degas and the Post-Impressionists.
- 20th century: works by Picasso and Dalí, the avant-garde and American painting.
How it works
Your guide from The Guides You Need meets you next to the bust of Baron Thyssen, right in front of the museum door on Paseo del Prado. The group is 7 people at most and the visit lasts about 90 minutes.
The entry ticket is included, so you go straight in without queuing at the box office.
Who I recommend it for
- First-time visitors who want to understand the collection, not just walk through it.
- Travellers who prefer a small group over the large tours of the Prado.
- Anyone who wants to combine it with the Prado or Reina Sofía the same day: the Thyssen is in between.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Spanish speakers or anyone needing another language: it is only in English.
- If you prefer to go at your own pace: the entry ticket with audio guide is cheaper.
- Families with young children: 90 minutes of painting can feel long.
Accessibility
The tour is wheelchair accessible and the museum has lifts between floors.
Cancellation policy
Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows.
Frequently asked questions
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