Museo Carmen Thyssen Málaga

I was surprised by how large the collection was, galleries on three levels. Lots of paintings with local Spanish themes, some religous and back to basics from the 50's And to my delight etchings from Rembrandt van Rijn. Some showing his superb skill like on Jezus as a kid in the temple.

Fabulous temporary exhibition until 1st March 2026. Well worth the visit. The museum has a lot of interesting artworks in the permanent exhibitions, but the temporary exhibitions are something you don't want to miss. The current offering is Telúricos y primitivos. I just loved it.

We were at first attracted by the beautiful courtyard but upon entry we were a bit taken aback by the quality and beauty of the exhibits. The paintings of Andalucian Life in the 19th centaury are special, normal scenes beautifully painted in stunning colours. The collection called Romantic Landscape and Costumbrismo was especially pleasing and this paining is by José Rico Cejudo called Andalusians at the Country Inn. A simple scene beautifully captured. The painting include José García Ramos Courting Spanish Style 1883 A Dance for the Priest c. 1890 by Juan Garcia Ramos. Newlyweds by Ricardo López Carbrera.

Wonderful building with a variety of romantic art pieces that depict the south of Spain celebrations of people and Nature Some Sundays the entry is free after 16:00 totally work going around 18:30-19:00 in those days to avoid the queues Beautiful things to buy in the shop Take your headphones to listen to the explanations of the paintings

A wonderful cozy museum. We have fallen in love with Spanish paintings. The museum shop has a great amount and a good variety of books about art (and for children too!) and different useful souvenirs!

Nice collection of Spanish paintings. Temporary exhibition waste of time. 12euros. Free on Sunday after 4, but long queue. Rembrandt works are small demo sketches not paintings.

Magnificent pieces of classical Spanish art in the heart of the city. The museum is also hosting an exhibition called "American People". however considering beautiful classical art, exhibition had no meaning for me.

Tucked in the heart of Málaga’s historic center, the Carmen Thyssen Museum is a gem for anyone curious about Spanish art. Housed in the stunning 16th-century Palacio de Villalón, the museum showcases an impressive collection of 19th-century Andalusian and Spanish paintings. From vibrant seascapes by Sorolla to evocative scenes of local life, the artwork feels like a time machine into Spain’s past. I loved how the galleries are spread across four floors, making it easy to explore without feeling overwhelmed. The audio guide (available in English!) is a must for deeper insights—trust me, it brings the paintings to life. Pro tip: Visit on Sundays from 5–7 PM for free entry, but arrive early as the line moves fast. The cozy café is perfect for a quick coffee break, and the gift shop has beautiful art books. Less crowded than the Picasso Museum, this spot is a must for art lovers and history buffs. You’ll leave inspired!

It's an okay place to visit if you want to be indoors. Pluses 1. Some interesting Spanish art 2. Pretty courtyard 3. Clean restrooms Areas to improve 1. Online ticket purchase not possible today 2. Very slow in person ticket buying process with bag check Recommended if you need to see art, but I was less impressed.

I decided to see this museum since it was within walking distance from my hotel. i also looked up other reviews on TripAdvisor. This museum did not have any temporary exhibits , just their permanent collection of Spanish art.

I've now been to both this Thyssen, and to the one in Madrid. Both are absolutely fabulous. I was actually shocked by how highbrow the Málaga Thyssen is, and I could have spent all day gazing at its innumerable priceless works.