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Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid houses one of Europe's finest private art collections, spanning eight centuries of artistic excellence. From medieval masterpieces to contemporary works, this world-renowned museum features over 1,000 paintings including works by Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt, and Picasso. Located in the heart of Madrid's "Golden Triangle of Art," the museum offers visitors an unparalleled journey through Western art history. Now, with arTag™ smart souvenir coins featuring NFC technology and WebAR integration, visitors can take home an interactive souvenir that transforms into a personal AR guide, unlocking immersive digital content and creating lasting connections to the museum's extraordinary collection long after their visit ends.

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Smart Souvenir Coins with NFC Technology and AR Guide Service

Your Digital Journey Through Art History

Six Featured Masterpieces with Interactive AR Experience

Van Gogh's "Les Vessenots"

Experience Vincent van Gogh's vibrant landscape painting through AR, revealing brushstroke techniques and the artist's emotional journey during his time in Auvers-sur-Oise. Unlock 3D animated layers showing the creation process and color palette evolution.

Caravaggio's "Saint Catherine"

Scan this Baroque masterpiece with your custom smart coin to reveal Caravaggio's revolutionary use of light and shadow. The WebAR experience includes interactive lighting demonstrations and historical context about Counter-Reformation symbolism.

Kandinsky's "Picture with Three Spots"

Your NFC souvenir coin unlocks an immersive AR guide exploring Kandinsky's abstract composition. Discover the relationship between color, form, and music through interactive 3D models and the artist's theoretical writings on spiritual art.

Carpaccio's "Young Knight"

This Renaissance portrait comes alive through AR souvenir coins technology. Explore hidden symbols, heraldic meanings, and the intricate landscape background through layer-by-layer digital revelations and expert commentary accessible anytime on your interactive coins.

Degas' "Swaying Dancer"

Watch Degas' bronze sculpture transform through AR animation, showing the dancer's movement in fluid motion. Your custom souvenir provides access to comparative studies of Impressionist sculpture and the artist's innovative casting techniques.

Monet's "The Thaw at Vétheuil"

Use your smart souvenir coins to unlock seasonal transformations of Monet's landscape. The AR guide service reveals how Impressionist techniques captured changing light and atmosphere, with comparative views of the actual location today.

Where to Get Your Smart Souvenir Coins

  • Museum Entrance: Purchase your arTag™ custom coins at the main reception desk upon arrival, available as standalone souvenirs or combined with admission tickets at a special bundled price.
  • Museum Gift Shop: The museum store on the ground floor offers the complete range of interactive coins featuring exclusive Thyssen-Bornemisza designs, packaged in premium protective capsules perfect for gifting.
  • Special Editions: Limited edition NFC souvenir coins featuring rotating temporary exhibitions are available exclusively during special shows, offering collectors unique custom souvenirs with time-limited AR content.
  • Online Pre-Order: Reserve your AR souvenir coins before your visit through the museum's website and collect them at the express pickup counter, ensuring availability during peak tourist seasons.
What's Included: Each package contains an embossed metal coin featuring museum artwork, NFC smart sticker, magnet backing, protective acrylic capsule, and an activation card with scratch-off code for your AR guide service.

How to Use Your Interactive Coins

Step 1: Activate Your Smart Coin

Tap the NFC sticker with your smartphone or scan the QR code to launch the WebAR application in your browser—no app download required. Scratch off the activation code on your card and enter it to unlock full AR guide service access.

Step 2: Personalize Your Experience

Create your user profile within the custom souvenir system to save your preferences, track unlocked content, and receive personalized recommendations based on the artworks you scan throughout the museum galleries.

Step 3: Scan and Discover

Point your smartphone camera at designated artworks and exhibits marked with AR markers. Your NFC souvenir coins enable instant recognition, unlocking immersive 3D models, expert audio commentary, historical context, and interactive AR animations for each masterpiece.

Step 4: Enjoy Forever Access

Your smart souvenir coins provide permanent gateway access to your collection of unlocked digital content. Revisit the AR experiences anytime, anywhere by tapping your interactive coins—sharing the museum's treasures with friends and family from home.

Benefits for Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Premium Revenue Stream

Smart souvenir coins offer high-margin revenue opportunities with premium pricing justified by interactive technology. These custom coins attract gift buyers and collectors, significantly increasing per-visitor spending compared to traditional souvenirs while creating recurring engagement opportunities.

Enhanced Visitor Engagement

The AR guide service transforms passive viewing into active exploration, increasing time spent with each artwork. Custom souvenirs with NFC technology provide deeper educational content, improving visitor satisfaction scores and encouraging positive reviews and recommendations across social media platforms.

Extended Digital Reach

Interactive coins create lasting connections beyond physical visits. The WebAR platform includes integrated social media links, building follower bases and maintaining engagement. Users sharing AR experiences online generate organic marketing, extending the museum's digital presence globally through user-generated content.

Educational Innovation

NFC souvenir coins position the museum as a technology leader in cultural education. The AR guide service delivers rich, layered content appealing to diverse learning styles. Custom souvenirs become teaching tools for schools and universities, establishing the museum as an innovative educational resource.

Valuable Visitor Analytics

Smart souvenir coins provide unprecedented data on visitor interests and behavior. Track which artworks generate most engagement, optimize exhibition layouts, and understand audience preferences. These insights inform acquisition decisions, exhibition planning, and personalized marketing strategies for future campaigns.

Competitive Differentiation

Offering interactive coins with AR technology distinguishes the Thyssen-Bornemisza from competing attractions in Madrid's cultural scene. These custom souvenirs create memorable, shareable experiences that drive repeat visitation and word-of-mouth promotion, establishing the museum as an innovative, forward-thinking institution.

Ready to Transform Your Museum Experience?

Discover how arTag™ smart souvenir coins with NFC technology and AR guide service can elevate visitor engagement, create new revenue streams, and establish your venue as a leader in interactive cultural experiences. Join museums worldwide embracing the future of custom souvenirs.

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