Picasso Museum Malaga
Discover the artistic legacy of Pablo Picasso in his birthplace, Malaga, with our tickets to the Picasso Museum Malaga. Explore a vast collection of his remarkable works, and for a deeper insight, opt for our guided tour. You can also save with our combo offers.Picasso Museum Malaga Tickets
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Take a deep dive into the life and work of Pablo Picasso in the city of his birth and explore the architectural blend of Renaissance and Mudéjar at Picasso Museum Malaga.
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Discover intriguing facts about Picasso’s life, artistic techniques, and influences using your handy audio guide for a richer experience.
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After exploring the museum's vast collection, head to the lower floor to discover fascinating archaeological remains from the Phoenician and Roman eras.
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Visit the museum shop for a selection of art books, unique prints, and Picasso-inspired merchandise to take home as a memory.
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Fun fact: While in Antibes, Picasso created The Three Graces, inspired by the town's classical beauty, and used wavy lines to give the figures a unique effect.
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Take a deep dive into the life and work of Pablo Picasso in the city of his birth and explore the architectural blend of Renaissance and Mudéjar at Picasso Museum Malaga.
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Discover intriguing facts about Picasso’s life, artistic techniques, and influences using your handy audio guide for a richer experience.
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After exploring the museum's vast collection, head to the lower floor to discover fascinating archaeological remains from the Phoenician and Roman eras.
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Visit the museum shop for a selection of art books, unique prints, and Picasso-inspired merchandise to take home as a memory.
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Fun fact: While in Antibes, Picasso created The Three Graces, inspired by the town's classical beauty, and used wavy lines to give the figures a unique effect.
Combo: Picasso Museum Malaga + Picasso's Birthplace Museum Tickets
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Explore over 200 masterpieces by Pablo Picasso, covering his journey from Cubism to Surrealism, at the Picasso Museum in Malaga.
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You can also experiment with the artist's signature style by trying your hand at creating compositions at the interactive Cubism lab.
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Take a short walk to Picasso's Birthplace Museum and discover the artist's roots through personal artifacts, childhood photos, and family memorabilia.
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Discover original artworks from sketchbooks, captivating engravings and video displays, and temporary exhibits showcasing selected pieces.
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Fun fact: To tackle the challenges of converting a 450-year-old palace into the Picasso Museum, modern vents were ingeniously hidden in marble slabs.
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Explore over 200 masterpieces by Pablo Picasso, covering his journey from Cubism to Surrealism, at the Picasso Museum in Malaga.
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You can also experiment with the artist's signature style by trying your hand at creating compositions at the interactive Cubism lab.
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Take a short walk to Picasso's Birthplace Museum and discover the artist's roots through personal artifacts, childhood photos, and family memorabilia.
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Discover original artworks from sketchbooks, captivating engravings and video displays, and temporary exhibits showcasing selected pieces.
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Fun fact: To tackle the challenges of converting a 450-year-old palace into the Picasso Museum, modern vents were ingeniously hidden in marble slabs.
Picasso's Birthplace Museum Tickets
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Discover the childhood home of Pablo Picasso, where the essence of Málaga shaped his artistic identity and style.
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As you walk through the museum's 9 rooms, learn all about the artist's life and personal collections with a handy audio guide.
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Visit the library, now a research center, and then make your way to Picasso's reconstructed study, where many of his groundbreaking ideas came to life.
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After exploring the temporary exhibitions, you can also tour the nearby Picasso Museum to dive deeper into the artist’s life and work.
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Fun fact: Picasso's painting Dove of Peace became an iconic symbol of peace after World War II. He embraced this motif, linking it to his pacifist beliefs.
More details
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Discover the childhood home of Pablo Picasso, where the essence of Málaga shaped his artistic identity and style.
-
As you walk through the museum's 9 rooms, learn all about the artist's life and personal collections with a handy audio guide.
-
Visit the library, now a research center, and then make your way to Picasso's reconstructed study, where many of his groundbreaking ideas came to life.
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After exploring the temporary exhibitions, you can also tour the nearby Picasso Museum to dive deeper into the artist’s life and work.
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Fun fact: Picasso's painting Dove of Peace became an iconic symbol of peace after World War II. He embraced this motif, linking it to his pacifist beliefs.
Picasso Museum Malaga Guided Tour
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Take a guided tour of the Picasso Museum, which features Pablo Picasso's cherished artworks in his hometown of Malaga.
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Learn all about the archaeological remains spanning Phoenician, Roman, and Arabic eras from your expert English or Spanish-speaking guide.
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Spark your curiosity at the Cubism Lab and engage with objects to create your own Cubist-inspired art on colorful magnetic panels.
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As your tour comes to an end, relax in the museum garden, featuring orange trees and a calming fountain—an ideal spot to reflect on Picasso's art.
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Fun fact: Inside the museum, you can find a collection of personal journals and sketchbooks, offering a glimpse into the artist's creative process and ideas.
More details
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Take a guided tour of the Picasso Museum, which features Pablo Picasso's cherished artworks in his hometown of Malaga.
-
Learn all about the archaeological remains spanning Phoenician, Roman, and Arabic eras from your expert English or Spanish-speaking guide.
-
Spark your curiosity at the Cubism Lab and engage with objects to create your own Cubist-inspired art on colorful magnetic panels.
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As your tour comes to an end, relax in the museum garden, featuring orange trees and a calming fountain—an ideal spot to reflect on Picasso's art.
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Fun fact: Inside the museum, you can find a collection of personal journals and sketchbooks, offering a glimpse into the artist's creative process and ideas.
Combo (Save 5%): Malaga Picasso Museum + Automobile & Fashion Museum Tickets
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Visit Picasso's birth city and experience the captivating blend of Renaissance and Mudéjar architecture at the Picasso Museum Malaga.
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Discover Picasso's revolutionary innovations through 100+ pieces of drawings, ceramics, paintings, sculptures, and an audio guide in 10 languages.
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Enjoy fast-track entry to the Malaga Automobile & Fashion Museum and witness over 200 pieces from haute couture giants like Chanel and Dior.
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See over 80 vintage cars, spanning from the earliest models to timeless gems of the 1950s, featuring Bentleys and Ferraris.
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Fun Fact: The Picasso Museum hosts temporary exhibitions that explore various aspects of Picasso's life and art from other prestigious museums and private collections.
More details
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Visit Picasso's birth city and experience the captivating blend of Renaissance and Mudéjar architecture at the Picasso Museum Malaga.
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Discover Picasso's revolutionary innovations through 100+ pieces of drawings, ceramics, paintings, sculptures, and an audio guide in 10 languages.
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Enjoy fast-track entry to the Malaga Automobile & Fashion Museum and witness over 200 pieces from haute couture giants like Chanel and Dior.
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See over 80 vintage cars, spanning from the earliest models to timeless gems of the 1950s, featuring Bentleys and Ferraris.
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Fun Fact: The Picasso Museum hosts temporary exhibitions that explore various aspects of Picasso's life and art from other prestigious museums and private collections.
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Pro tips to help you make a pick
Before you visit the museum, make sure to download a map from the official website or ask for one when you arrive. Having a map will make it easier for you to find your way around the gallery efficiently.
If you enjoy art or writing, consider bringing a sketchbook or notebook to capture your thoughts, sketches, or observations inspired by Picasso's artwork.
After your museum visit, take some time to explore the neighborhood. Picasso spent much of his childhood in the area, so don't miss the opportunity to walk the same streets he did while growing up.
Take the time to learn about Picasso's artistic techniques and styles before your visit. Knowing how he approached his art and the story behind it can help you better appreciate his work when you see it in person.
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About Picasso Museum
Did you know Malaga was Picasso's playground? The Picasso Museum takes you back in time to Malaga's bustling streets and sun-drenched plazas, the very places that inspired the young Picasso. Imagine stepping into his world, seeing the Malaga that ignited his artistic spark. The museum even has a special section dedicated to Picasso's childhood, showcasing his early works – a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a budding genius.
The museum was inaugurated on October 27, 2003, by King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofía. The opening day of the museum saw an overwhelming attendance of nearly 2,000 people.
In 1997, the Regional Government of Andalusia purchased Buenavista Palace to house the museum. In 2017, the museum welcomed 635,891 visitors, making it Andalusia's most visited museum.
Beneath the ground floor, visitors can explore beautifully preserved Roman and Phoenician ruins discovered during the building's restoration.
Picasso's grandson Bernard Ruiz-Picasso played a pivotal role in the establishment of the museum and the donation of artworks.
Buenavista Palace's conversion into the museum involved the integration of 18 houses from Malaga's historic Jewish Quarter and has12 halls for permanent exhibitions, along with Picasso-related displays.
Why visit Picasso Museum?
Plan your visit
Main Entrance
The main entrance to the museum is located on Calle San Agustin, easily accessible from the city center of Malaga. You can expect varying wait times to enter, depending on the time of day and the season. During peak tourist seasons or weekends, it's advisable to arrive early in the day to avoid longer queues, which can sometimes extend to an hour or more. Once inside, the main entrance leads visitors directly into the museum's lobby area, where ticketing counters and information desks are located. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible.
Picasso Museum Malaga has special hours on December 24th, 31st, and January 5th, from 10 am. to 3 pm. The museum is closed on December 25th, January 1st, and January 6th.
Picasso Museum Malaga has a cloak room to store your belongings.
Picasso Museum Malaga offers a souvenir shop to buy collectibles.
Picasso Museum Malaga has toilets, including disabled toilets for visitor's convenience.
Picasso Museum Malaga offers a cafe where visitors can enjoy a variety of refreshments, including snacks, sandwiches, and beverages.
Picasso Museum Malaga is wheelchair accessible, ensuring all visitors can enjoy the museum.
Service animals are permitted at Picasso Museum Malaga, ensuring visitors with disabilities have the necessary support during their visit.