Prado Museum: Recommended tours & tickets

Spain’s response to the Louvre, the Prado Museum is a marvel of art and history. On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour, you will explore this world-class collection featuring some of Europe’s most famous artists. One of the most visited sites in the world, the Prado is essential for any trip to Madrid, and your enthusiastic guide will bring the most famous works alive during your tour.

Private tour of Prado Museum with art historian guide and skip-the-line tickets included in the price. During the museum tour you will get intimately acquainted with Prado museum, an authentic gem and "a must see" regardless of how much you are into art. Whether you are a seasoned art enthusiast or just want to see a collection that has been ranked above the one in Louver by TripAdvisor, this tour will adapt to your interests and level of knowledge. Our guide will make sure that you find here what you are looking for, be it illustrations to historical events and Spanish traditions, a quick run through some of the most outstanding pieces of art in the world or a thematic experience focused on a specific epoch or an artist. Make this your most enriching and personalized experience of Spain and try to take with you "the air from Las Meninas", following the advice of Salvador Dali.

Any trip to Madrid should feature two things: a visit to the Prado Museum and a meal at Botín. On this tour, you'll experience both! Begin with an exploration of the highlights of the Prado’s massive collection, carefully selected so you don’t have to worry about navigating the 7,000+ pieces on your own. Then, you're off on a guided cultural walking tour through Madrid to Botín, the oldest restaurant in the world. Head behind the scenes for an exclusive tour before enjoying a three-course meal, including their signature dish.

We are proud to say that this experience was awarded with the Viator Experience Award 2023 for second time in a row! This tour goes through the Prado Museum highlights. There are more than one thousand paintings inside (no, we didn't make a mistake, that's the truth), so we can't explore it all, nevertheless, we provide the base for you to go on your own after the visit. That's why we like to describe this as a didactic tour. However, if you're an Art Pro, we've got good news: since we're going to be only 7 people, you can choose what to see and make requests, and that's why we like to describe this as a flexible tour. If you are coming in a bigger group, send a mail and we'll arrange the visit.

Visiting the Prado Museum in Madrid has never been more fun and educational for kids and families! This private 1.5 tour has been designed to make children and parents love the Prado and its famous masterpieces. You will visit the highlights of the collections including Van der Weyden's  Escorial Deposition, Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights, Velazquez's Las Meninas, Goya's Third of May and other famous masterpieces.  You will have an exclusive guide specialized in working with kids that will engage the whole family with games, scavenger hunts, visual tools and other playful activities. Usually children do not like museums but after this tour they will ask you to stay in and continie the visit. You will love it!

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A guided walking tour with a professional local guide is the best way to learn the city's history as well as everyday life. We meet you right at your accommodation in central Madrid. From there we explore the city following an itinerary that we establish together ahead of the tour. And orientation tour? Special focus on Royal landmarks? Maybe a tour focusing on the art museums like Prado or Reina Sophia? Or a mix of everything? With this custom tour, you pick what you want. As you join a born-and-raised local, you make the most of all that Madrid has to offer. You tell your guide ahead of time what you want to see and we pre-plan your perfect day in Madrid. Treat yourself to an exciting local perspective tailored to your interests. Whether you like history, art, food, or anything else, your guide will help you make the most of your time in Madrid.

Visiting the Prado Museum with us is the assurance of a unique and safe experience. Our private tour with entrances and pick up at your hotel is the best in town. We make a point of honour of the quality of the visit, which is achieved through a totally personalised service adapted to your needs. The visit begins with a pick up at your hotel where your English-speaking guide will pick you up to discover one of the most beautiful art collections in the world. Treating yourself to the services of a private guide is a unique moment during which you will learn the history of the works and the painters in an authentic way. Our visits are unique and different from all the others you can find in Madrid, we want above all that each visitor feels unique, the fast entrances are included in the price which ensures you enter directly into the Prado Museum without going through the classic queue. Your guide will be at your side throughout the visit and will make sure you feel comfortable.

Experience the most important art gallery in Spain with our expert guide, the Museo del Prado. This gallery is one of the most visited in the world, with collections that are recognized for containing works of the greatest European artists and masters. You will get to know this museum and its works with our guide, who will take painstaking care with every detail. During this guided tour you will make a journey through the history and the art that will transport you to the time of the great masters of universal painting: Velázquez, el Greco, Goya, Tiziano, Rubens and el Bosco. You will also know the large inventory of objects that are part of the collection, such as sculptures, weapons and armor, medals and coins, photographs, books and maps. This journey full of history and art will astonish you thanks to the extensive knowledge of our guide and his ability to transport you through time, to the age of the greatest masters of painting in all the world.

Embark on a route through El Retiro's most famous sites such as the Crystal Palace and the Felipe IV Gate, as well as some places that are not listed in guidebooks. El Retiro has more than 19,000 trees of 167 different species, a lake, and a variety of different sculptures, important buildings, and gardens that make the park one of the most famous in the world and one of the main attractions in Madrid. Then, you will take a walk along the Paseo del Prado until you reach the Museum, where you can enjoy all the beauty and history of The Prado Museum, the main Spanish national art museum. Explore one of the greatest art museums in the world without having to queue and awe at the splendorous works of Francisco Goya, the single most extensively represented artist, as well as by Hieronymus Bosch, El Greco, Peter Paul Rubens, Titian, and Diego Velázquez.

This tour takes you to two of Madrid’s most famous landmarks. First, enjoy a guided visit to the Royal Palace, one of Europe’s largest and most beautiful palaces. Explore its stunning rooms and halls, learning about its rich history. Then, head towards the Prado Museum. Along the way, your guide will share interesting facts about the city. At the Prado Museum, you’ll see incredible works by artists like Velázquez, Goya, Murillo, Rubens, and Titian, and learn about their impact on art history. With skip-the-line access and expert guides, you’ll have a smooth and enjoyable experience. Entrance fees are included, so you can simply relax and take in Madrid’s top sights. Don’t miss this amazing experience!

Meanly for the quality of our guides, no compare with rest of professionals Skip the line at the Prado Museum in Madrid, and see some of the most influential pieces of European artwork with your own private guide! Hear the history of the iconic building while walking around admiring masterpieces like Velazquez’s ‘Las Meninas,’ and learn about the different artistic movements that the museum represents.

Hit the Prado Museum as the first visitors when the doors open to the public on this 4-hour Madrid tour. This experience offers access to the museum early in the morning before the crowds arrive. An expert guide will lead you through this beautiful building and you’ll see works such as Velazquez’s ‘Las Meninas’ and El Greco’s ‘The Annunciation’. Learn about the artwork from a guide, and then after a small break, head to the Reina Sofía Museum and admire abstract and surrealist works by Picasso, Dali and more. Do not miss this chance to visit two of the most important museums in Spain!