51 What Are The Best Exhibitions In Madrid Right Now?
There are a lot of interesting exhibitions going on in Madrid. Some are even world premieres! Definitely not to be missed is the Museum of Modern art. It’s the most famous in the city and it’s an absolute must! You should also check out the Thyssen-Bornemisza. It fills in the historical gaps left by its contemporary counterparts.
Tell Me Who You Are
The renowned painter Joaquin Sorolla (1863 — 1923), famous for his adroit representation of sunlit water and brilliant daylight, lived in the house that now houses his museum. The upstairs rooms serve as venues for well-curated special exhibitions, and the downstairs are furnished in a manner that was typical of Sorolla’s time.
The museum’s current show, “Sorolla ORIGINS” is on display through March 19, 2022. Other exhibits include a collection of photographs by Robert Mapplethorpe, “In the Sorolla Sea” and commissioned portraits of children that the artist painted for his family.
Several museums are a quick metro ride or short walk from each other in the Paseo de Recoletos area. At these venues you can enjoy high-quality alternatives to the Big Three without crowds or high ticket prices. Experience a meticulous recreation of the Titanic’s first and third class cabins or listen to the last song played by that great ship’s orchestra in Madrid Artes Digitales.
Letters To The Director
This exhibition, in the Sala Hipostila at the National Library of Spain, gathers 58 letters, press articles and speeches written by the intellectual Unamuno. It illustrates how the author was an inseparable part of Spanish history.
In a space that once housed his family, the Museum of Joaqun Sorolla offers an overview of his oeuvre through well-curated special exposiciones en madrid actualmente. The paintings are complemented by the original home decor, which is still very well preserved.
The triad of the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza is one of the cultural treasures that motivated UNESCO to declare the area a World Heritage Site. The three museums are located within walking distance from each other and they all present varied programs that appeal to different audiences. You can enjoy them all with our Flex or VIP ticket, which gives you the freedom to visit each museum without committing to a specific date or time. You can use your ticket any day of the week during operating hours.
A Dane In Madrid during The Restoration
A Danish photographer settled in Madrid during the Bourbon Restoration, building a prestigious catalogue of portraits that includes members of the royalty and high society. Currently, his work is on display at the Serreria Belga Cultural Space.
This year, the Community of Madrid has embarked on a line of conservation and restoration interventions in its collections to make sure they can be used as intended. One of these is the Thyssen-Bornemisza, which holds a unique collection of artwork. Its highlights include works by Titian, Velazquez, Goya and other important Spanish artists.
Moreover, the museum presents Eduardo Rosales Exhibition, which offers a heartfelt posthumous tribute to this renowned Madrid painter. Similarly, it houses an impressive exhibition devoted to Stanley Kubrick, bringing together films, photographs, personal notes and even the model of the ship in 2001: Space Odyssey. Its immersive nature will surely capture your attention.
City Of Dreams
With this pass you can visit the permanent collections of the three best museums in Madrid: Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofia. You can even use the same ticket to visit one of their temporary exhibitions.
Discover the world of series in a nostalgic journey through more than five decades of fictions in Spain with photographs, props and costumes, press clippings and promotional products. Scripts, story boards and clapperboards are also part of this immersive experience (Espacio Ibercaja Delicias. Till 6 Jan).
Explore the mystical universe of the Harry Potter saga in this immersive experience that recreates iconic scenes and environments from the movies (Espacio Ibercaja del Delicias. Until 31 Oct). Explore the first American abstract movement that used colour as an expressive element in this exhibition (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. Until 1 Nov). And enjoy the magic of jazz in this festival that will transform the Teatro Real into a true oasis of music. (Various dates).
What’s Next?
One of the most important museums in Madrid. Its impressive art collection appeals to audiences of all tastes. It also hosts well-curated special, temporary exhibitions. Your pass or ticket allows you to visit the museum any day of the week.