Best Museums in Spain

The most important Spanish national art museum is known as the Museo del Prado and it is located in the centre of Madrid city. It boasts of having the finest collections of European art in the world that dates back from the 12th century to the early 20th century.

Museo Reina Sofia is the national museum of the modern art. Located in Madrid, it is dedicated to the 20th century art in Spain. It has collections of artists like Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali. The most important painting is Guernica by Picasso.

Museo Guggenheim Bilbao, an architectural icon designed by Frank Gehry, is an iconic titanium-clad structure with reflective installations, and dynamic exhibitions. This avant-garde museum, opened in 1997, houses works by renowned artists like Jeff Koons and Richard Serra.

The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, located in Madrid, Spain, is home to one of the world's most extensive private art collections, encompassing over 1,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from across the globe.

The National Museum of Romanticism is dedicated to the art, culture, and lifestyle of the Romantic period in Spain. People visit the National Museum of Romanticism to learn about the artistic and literary movements of the time.

Situated in Madrid, the Museo Nacional de Antropología, houses in a Neo-Renaissance building showcasing a diverse array of ethnographic exhibits, unveiling the traditions, rituals, and lifestyles of societies worldwide. From indigenous artifacts to cultural practices, the museum offers a captivating exploration of human diversity.

The Museo Nacional de Arqueología Subacuática (ARQUA) immerses visitors in the fascinating realm of underwater archaeology. Housed in a contemporary building overlooking the Mediterranean, ARQUA showcases artifacts rescued from shipwrecks, providing insight into maritime history.

Barcelona’s Picasso Museum or Museu Picasso houses a vast collection of Picasso’s artworks. Located in the Ribera-district of the old town, the museum exhibits around 4,251 of his works in its permanent collection.

Housed in the College of San Gregorio, Museo Nacional de Escultura is a stunning Isabelline Gothic building showcasing an exceptional collection spanning the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Visitors marvel at masterpieces by renowned sculptors, providing an immersive journey through the evolution of Spanish sculpture.

The National Archaeological Museum is one of the country's largest and most important archaeological museums in the city center. It is known for its extensive collections of ancient artifacts, dating from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages.

Designed by Rafael Moneo, Museo Nacional de Arte Romano showcases an impressive collection of Roman artifacts and artworks, providing a captivating journey into ancient Roman life.

The Museo Nacional del Prado de Valladolid is situated in the Spanish city of Valladolid. This extension of Madrid's renowned Prado Museum offers a curated collection of masterpieces, enriching the cultural fabric of the region. Visitors can explore an array of European art, including paintings and sculptures, spanning different periods.

Joan Miro Foundation is a museum dedicated to modern art and is built to honor Joan Miro. It is located in Parc de Montjuïc. The foundation collection comprises 217 paintings, 178 sculptures, nine textiles, four ceramics, 8000 drawings, and almost all of Joan Miró's prints.

Museum of Fine Arts is situated In Seville, Spain, in Plaza del Museo. It includes a sizable collection of paintings from this style. The museum also houses collections of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Spanish art from the 19th century.

Casa Vicens is a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí, nestled in the Gràcia neighborhood in Barcelona. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is the first architectural work of Antoni Gaudi, flaunting Moorish influences & an extended corner tower.

Dedicated to the gem of Malaga, the famous artist Pablo Picasso, the Picasso House Museum is where he was born in 1881. Located in the Old Town, it is a five-storeyed building situated in Plaza de la Merced and displays over 200 great masterpieces of the artist.