The Best of Madrid: Private Half-Day Tour including Prado Museum

4.9 (17 reviews) Madrid, Spain
Duration4h
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Overview

Explore the highlights of Madrid, Spain’s historic, vibrant and beautiful capital city on this half-day private walking tour, including entrance to the iconic Prado Museum.

Madrid, Spain's stunning capital, is a vibrant city famous for its elegant boulevards and vast, dazzling Plazas like the portico-lined Plaza Mayor, in the heart of old Hapsburg Madrid. You’ll see vibrant food markets, awe-inspiring cathedrals, and statues of famous Spaniards.

The city is also famous for being a cultural hub and is home to several museums – the most famous of which is of course the Prado, and your half-day highlights tour includes a fully guided tour of this repository of the best of Spanish art. Admire works by Goya and Velazquez, Bosch and El Greco among others – and let your guide know if you have any favourites or “must-sees”.

You will end your tour inside the Prado to continue exploring at your leisure, explore the gift shop and enjoy a well-earned coffee break at the café.

What's included

  • Entrance to the Prado Museum
  • A local, professional tour guide for your own private group
  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Transportation throughout tour
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance to Royal Palace of Madrid

What to expect

  1. Plaza de Oriente
    30m
    Explore Plaza de Oriente, Teatro Real and the Market of San Miguel.
  2. Royal Palace of Madrid
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Learn about the history of the Spanish royal family and its links to the Papacy as you stand outside the Palacio Real, the royal palace – considered the most important Baroque palace in Spain.
  3. Plaza Mayor
    30m
    Experience the grandeur and elegant atmosphere of the iconic Plaza Mayor, the beating heart of Madrid. Stop by famous monuments and wander down elegant boulevards, whilst basking in the sunny Spanish climate.
  4. Madrid
    1h
    See the main attractions of Madrid as you learn about the fascinating history of the city. Admire the myriad of stunning architectural styles in Madrid, from Baroque to Spanish Gothic.
  5. Parque del Retiro
    30m
    Enjoy a guided walk around the beautifully manicured Parque el Retiro.
  6. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Arrive at the Prado Museum, and enjoy access to your privately guided tour of this treasure trove of art. Admire the world-famous Spanish masters such as Bosch, Goya, El Greco, and Diego Velazquez. End your tour inside the Museum, to continue at your own leisure.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at the entrance to "La Botilleria" located at Pl. de Ote., 4, 28013 Madrid.

End point

The finish point will be inside the Prado Museum.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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