Visit Picasso's home: tickets, prices, times

Enter the world of Picasso, and explore the home of the Spanish painter in the heart of Andalusia, Malaga.

Located in Malaga, Andalusian coastal town, Picasso's home is a must-see cultural place. It allows you to immerse yourself in the history and childhood of Picasso, but also to discover some works unpublished and the work of his peers.

Indeed, Picasso’s home museum is home to works by other influential artists such as Bacon and Ernst. Thus, the visit combines the intimate life of Picasso, its external influences and its heritage in Art.

So, going to learn more about the roots of this artistic genius? In this new guide, we come back to all the information essential to know to facilitate your visit to Picasso's home.

The home of Picasso

Pablo Ruiz Picasso Born in 1881 in Malaga, Merced Square, Andalusia. It is here, at number 13 (extended until 15) that you can discover the “ casa natal " A son of a painting teacher at the Malaga Arts and Crafts School, the little Pablo Picasso grows in a creative environment.

Thus, it is the house where he spends the first four years of his life that we invite you to discover during a trip to the region.

We must first wait for 1983 to officially become an artistic monument. It is this same year that the place welcomes its first public in a single exhibition room. Over the years, the museum has expanded to finally invest the entire building.

More than twenty years later, in 2005, Picasso’s home opened a second exhibition hall, close to the first.

Our tips to visit Picasso's home

Accessible to all types of public, all generations are welcome in this high Spanish cultural place. To facilitate your visit and make sure it meets your expectations, here are our tips for a visit to Picasso’s home.

The best time to visit the home of Picasso

If you want to discover the museum in weekends or high seasons, we recommend that you prefer morning . Indeed, like any tourist spot, Picasso's birthplace tends to fill the afternoons.

The duration of a visit to Picasso’s home

The “birth casa” is not an immense museum, but rather an intimate place. Count about 1h to 1h30 To make it round. Of course, take the time to stroll through this creative environment of another time and feel free to stay the time to discover everything.

Some practical information

• Photos and videos without permission are not allowed;
• Food, beverages or large packages are prohibited;
• The home of Picasso is suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, there are some obstacles in the building due to its historical character. If necessary, the staff is at your disposal to help you move.
• The museum does not accept pets;

What to do during your visit to Picasso's home?

Discover the permanent collection that brings together works of art, but also personal objects of Picasso’s life. Then exit the beaten paths by exploring the temporary exhibition(s) of the moment!

Permanent exhibition

There exists. 6 rooms different in Picasso's home. Everyone tells his story and his relationship to art over the years. Thus, the rooms succeed by offering visitors a thematic course. The city of Malaga remains at the centre of its inspirations, since even after leaving the house, it will return regularly. This is how the visit is built!

• So you will start with a room that comes back on the birth and the four first years Picasso's life.
• Then the second room lights up parents by José Ruiz Blasco and María Picasso López.
• The third room is back on the family in the broad sense of Picasso and the influence it had on the work of the Spanish painter.
• Continue in rooms 4 and 5 where this time it is the birthplace of Picasso who is honored. You will find photos, postcards and elements of daily life in the 19th century.
• Finally, the last room of the permanent exhibition returns on Picasso’s whole life and its place in the Spanish artistic universe. This last room more concretely reports the atmosphere in Spain at the time and the way Picasso influenced it.

Temporary exhibitions

As in any museum, temporary exhibitions are installed and uninstalled over time. For example, you can discover exhibitions related to Picasso and literature, highlighting its interest in poetry. Other exhibitions are expected for the coming months. Do not hesitate to visit the site of Picasso’s home for more information before your arrival, or let yourself be surprised!

Playful activities

The home of Picasso offers playful activities for young and old children. Express your artistic talents at a creative workshop around Picasso’s art! This free activity is offered exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays. Note also that the proposed activities change several times a year but all offer an immersion in the creative genius of the painter.

Documentation Centre

Do you want to research Picasso or cubism for example? Visit the documentation centre where you can complete your research. Indeed, you will have books, catalogues and articles, as well as all the useful resources related to Picasso.

How much does a ticket cost to Picasso's home?

You can buy your tickets on site, online or by phone. Visits can be guided (freely!) or free.

The entrance to the museum costs 3 € to discover the permanent collection. It is also necessary to pay € 3 to explore the temporary exhibition, located in the nearby room. However, if you intend to make a combined visit of both, the total price is 4 €. It is therefore particularly advantageous!

If you are a recipient of a reduced rate (numbered fee, 65 years old and older, student up to 26 years old), the prices are as follows: 2 € for the permanent collection in guided tours, 2 € for temporary exhibition, and 2,50 € for a combined visit of both.

Admission is free for people under the age of 18. Some days of the year also offer a free entry :

• Andalusia Day (28 February)
• Whitenut (May, at a variable date)
• International Museum Day (18 May)
• International Day of Tourism (27 September)
• Commemoration of the birth of Pablo Ruiz Picasso (25 October)

Group visits

If you come with a group more than eight people , think to book in advance on the website or by phone. The combined entrance (permanent collection and temporary exhibition) costs 3 € per person or 5,50 € with a guided tour. If you want to privatize the place for your group, the price is 24 € per person.

Are there guided tours of Picasso's home?

Yes , guided tours are included in the entrance ticket. You can choose to participate, or not. Make a little lower in the article to discover the hourly beaches of guided tours.

Are there visits combined with other monuments in Málaga?

The Malaga Pass allows you to combine your visit to Picasso’s home with other museums in the city. Thus, with the Pass, you can also discover the Centre Pompidou Malaga , but also Picasso Museum which focuses more on the artist’s works. The list of museums to be discovered is particularly complete, so don’t hesitate to consult the Pass website for more information.

Practical information of Malaga Pass

• Option 24h for 28 €
• Option 48h for 38 €
• Option 72h for 46 €
• Option one week for 62 €

Note that the offers of visits differ according to your choice of passes.

Opening hours

The Casa Natal is open 9:30 to 8:00 daily including holidays. On December 24 and December 31, the museum closed at 3:30 p.m. Finally, it is closed on 1 January and 25 December. Also note that the entrance can be up to 15 minutes before the museum is closed.

The hours of guided tours are as follows:

• Fridays and Saturdays at 12:30, in Spanish.
• Tuesdays at 5:00 pm for temporary exhibition only, in Spanish.
• Thursdays at 5:00 pm at Casa Natal in English.

The mediation team can finally make you a personalized visit. This is a free service with the purchase of the ticket, available at the following times:

• On Tuesdays and Thursdays, between 15:00 and 18:00, unless there is a guided tour.
• Wednesday, between 10:00 and 13:30.
• Fridays and Sundays, between 10:00 and 13:30 and between 15:00 and 18:00, except in case of guided tour.

How to get to Picasso's home?

Fortunately, this cultural place is in the city centre. You will therefore have no trouble getting to the “Casa Natal” on foot if you stay in the centre, or by car if you are further away.

In addition, if you wish to come by bus , here are the stops nearby :

• Plaza de la Merced. Lines 1, 36, 37, Circular 1 and tourist bus.
• Victoria-Plaza de la Merced. Lines 1, 36, 37, Circular 2 and Nocturno 2.

Where to park near Picasso's home?

There are many car parks around Picasso's home. You can, for example, leave your car to parking Alcazaba or Cervantes 5 and 10 minutes walk from the place. Count about 2 € for a parking hour, but prices vary depending on the seasons.

Where to stay near Picasso's home?

Many accommodations are available near Picasso's home. You have, for example, riad Andalous or Palacio Solecio. Count about 100 to 150 € per night.

Other hotels for smaller budgets are also nearby: we invite you to use one Compare hotels to make an optimal choice. Also, you can find many accommodations on Airbnb !

So, ready to explore the privacy of the famous cubist painter? Let us know how your visit took place in comment!