Guided tour of the Prado Museum in Madrid

4.5 (2 reviews) Madrid, Spain
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Duration1h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesItalian
Group sizeUp to 29 travelers

Overview

The Museo del Prado, Madrid's artistic jewel, houses an extraordinary collection of almost 3,000 works from the 14th to the 19th century. The guided tour offers:

Priority access without queues
Art expert guides
Visit to the main masterpieces
Explanations in Italian

Visitors can admire iconic works such as Velázquez's "Las Meninas", Bosch's "Garden of Earthly Delights", and masterpieces by Raphael, El Greco, Goya and other European masters. The guide reveals techniques, inspirations and historical context, including the story of the construction of the museum wanted by Charles III.

A unique opportunity to immerse yourself in European art through the centuries, ideal for both art lovers and newbies. The in-depth explanations of the guide make each work a compelling story, turning the visit into a journey through stories, techniques and curiosities of the great masters.

What's included

  • Entrance to the Prado Museum
  • Guide enabled in Italian

What to expect

  1. Museo Nacional del Prado
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    The Prado Museum, the nerve centre of Madrid's Paseo del Arte and a national artistic treasure, offers an extraordinary journey through centuries of European art. With the preferential ticket, you will avoid the long lines to immerse yourself in its vast collection that includes over 1,000 paintings from four different centuries.
    Your professional guide will lead you to discover the most significant masterpieces: from Flemish works, which constitute one of the most important collections in the world, to Italian masters such as Titian, Tintoretto and Raphael, to great Spanish artists such as Velázquez and Goya. You will also learn about the fascinating history of the building and its link to the royal collection that forms its original core.
    At the end of the tour, you can stay inside the museum to explore it on your own.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will welcome you at the Goya Statue, recognizable by the blue umbrella he will hold in his hand

End point

At the end of the guided tour, guests are free to explore the other rooms of the Prado Museum independently, according to their interests and timing

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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