Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia - If galleries are more up your street, then a visit to the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia is definitely recommended. This gallery is as beautiful and interesting as its elaborate name, and provides the perfect place to spend a lazy summer afternoon.

This world famous gallery houses what could be described as the vanguard of the early twentieth century art. Some truly stunning work can be viewed here; such as artwork by Spanish artists like Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Juan Gris, and Salvador Dalí.

For those who are interested in a bit of history with their art they will be pleased to know that the collection shows artistic trends from the 1940’s to the early 1980’s with works by artists such as Eduardo Chillida and Antonio Saura.

This gallery is perhaps filled with some of the greatest work that Spain, and Europe has ever produced. The Salvador Dalí paintings are particularly captivating, and are filled with hidden meanings, metaphors and optical illusions.

As with all of the major attractions in Madrid, it is advisable to check out the opening times of the gallery in advance to make sure it is open on the day you want to visit.

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia
Calle Santa Isabel 52, Madrid 28012
Tel: +34 91 467 5062

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