Madrid Museums on a Budget, Madrid, Spain

Madrid may not be on the list of top ten European destinations for non-Europeans, but that doesn't mean it's not worthy of a lengthy visit! Instead, Madrid attracts its own kind of visitors: foodies, sunshine-in-the-park types, and art lovers.

Strolling through several art museums can make for an expensive walk! However, Madrid has great options for free museums and even offers affordable moments for their more fancy museums as well.

So no matter what your budget - or time frame - you can definitely find the right place at the right time to experience grand art and culture in Madrid, Spain.

*There are TONS of discounts and free tickets at most museums for students under the age of 25 and/or children. Go to the links provided for more details. This is NOT an affiliate post!*

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia : FREE Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, from 19:00-21:00, Sunday from 13:30-19:00, April 18, May 18, October 12, and December 6.

*My husband, Marc, and I did all three of these museums during their free times. Definitely make sure to line up early, as you don't want to end up waiting during the entire free opening time! All three house a variety of art pieces and deserve your time.* ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Madrid Museums on a Budget
Guide Location: Spain » Madrid
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Christy Swagerty
Read it on Author's Website: http://www.whatupswags.com/2019/01/madrid-museums-on-budget.html
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia
Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza
Museo del Prado
Museo Cerralbo
Museo del Romanticismo
Museo Sorolla
Casa Museo Lope de Vega
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Museo Lázaro Galdiano
Palacio de Cristal
Templo de Debod
Puerta de Alcala
Puerta de Toledo
Retiro Park
Palacio Real
Hammam Al-Andalus
CaixaForum
Museo Naval
MAPFRE
Museo del Traje
Museo de América

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