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Designed in 1785, the building initially served as the Natural History Cabinet before becoming an art museum in 1819.
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Prado Museum Tickets & Tours
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- Want to tick the world-famous Prado Museum off your bucket list? This flexible entry ticket is just the one for you!
- Home to an extensive collection of Spanish paintings, this museum is every art lover's dream. Upgrade your tickets to avail an insightful audio guide.
- Find timeless works from the 12th to the 20th century – admire the Renaissance-era Danaë by Titian and the Surrealist Buste de Femme by Picasso.
- Take the pressure off selecting a date and time; go when it suits you best with an extended validity of 365 days and flexible entry hours.
- Add more colors to your cart! Explore Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofia with one super-saver pass, the Paseo Del Arte card.
- Want to tick the world-famous Prado Museum off your bucket list? This flexible entry ticket is just the one for you!
- Home to an extensive collection of Spanish paintings, this museum is every art lover's dream. Upgrade your tickets to avail an insightful audio guide.
- Find timeless works from the 12th to the 20th century – admire the Renaissance-era Danaë by Titian and the Surrealist Buste de Femme by Picasso.
- Take the pressure off selecting a date and time; go when it suits you best with an extended validity of 365 days and flexible entry hours.
- Add more colors to your cart! Explore Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofia with one super-saver pass, the Paseo Del Arte card.
Inclusions
- Flexible entry to Prado Museum
- Access to permanent collections
- Digital audio guide in English and Spanish (optional)
- Flexible entry to Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (optional)
- Flexible entry to Reina Sofia Museum (optional)
- Extended validity to enter any time & date within operating hours
Exclusions
- Souvenirs
- Food and beverages
- Tip: Watch out for subversive Christian imagery in Baroque oil paintings like Crucifixion by Diego Velázquez and David Victorious over Goliath by Caravaggio.
- Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography and videography is strictly not allowed at the venue.
- This venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible and has baggage storage facilities.
- Please note that access to the museum is only possible up to 30 mins before closing time.
- Some sections of the museum are sometimes subject to last-minute closures at the authorities' discretion.
- Click here for instructions on how to access the digital audio guide.
- Admission is free from Mon to Sat: 6pm to 8pm, and Sun & holidays: 5pm to 7pm.
- Your ticket allows you to skip the 'ticket' line and not the security lines.
- To make the most of your Art Walk Pass, download the Essential Art Walk app, compatible with iOS and Android.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, they are valid for an extended period of time.
- These tickets are valid for an extended duration. The exact details will be present on the ticket.
- Uncover the best of Prado Museum while getting to know the unknown stories behind the masterpieces accompanied by an expert guide.
- The museum is home to over 20,000 works of art – paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more. Conveniently navigate through them in your chosen tour language.
- Look out for classics like Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez. Upgrade to a bilingual tour and let nothing get lost in translation!
- Once your guided tour ends, you're free to stay back in the museum and explore at your own pace.
- Uncover the best of Prado Museum while getting to know the unknown stories behind the masterpieces accompanied by an expert guide.
- The museum is home to over 20,000 works of art – paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more. Conveniently navigate through them in your chosen tour language.
- Look out for classics like Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez. Upgrade to a bilingual tour and let nothing get lost in translation!
- Once your guided tour ends, you're free to stay back in the museum and explore at your own pace.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Prado Museum with entry
- English/ Italian/ French/ Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- English and Spanish-speaking bilingual guide (as per option selected)
- Tip: Ask your guide about the mysterious fires in the museum at the end of the 19th century.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Prado Museum & Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets
from €36
€34.20
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- Skip the winding ticket lines and head straight into Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid with these discounted combo tickets!
- Flexible entry and extended validity to Prado Museum lets you explore works of art from the Renaissance period all the way to Picasso's era.
- Get up close with iconic pieces, from David Victorious over Goliath by Caravaggio, to Andromeda & the Dragon by Titian, and more.
- At the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, find dramatically elaborate 16th-century frescoes and tapestries.
- Take a peek at instruments from the 17th to 19th centuries, like a grand piano by Francisco Fernández, or 2 harps by Sébastien Érard.
- Skip the winding ticket lines and head straight into Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid with these discounted combo tickets!
- Flexible entry and extended validity to Prado Museum lets you explore works of art from the Renaissance period all the way to Picasso's era.
- Get up close with iconic pieces, from David Victorious over Goliath by Caravaggio, to Andromeda & the Dragon by Titian, and more.
- At the Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, find dramatically elaborate 16th-century frescoes and tapestries.
- Take a peek at instruments from the 17th to 19th centuries, like a grand piano by Francisco Fernández, or 2 harps by Sébastien Érard.
Inclusions
Prado Museum
- Flexible skip-the-line entry to Prado Museum
- Access to permanent collections
- Extended validity to enter any time & date within operating hours
Royal Palace of Madrid
- Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Madrid
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography and videography is strictly not allowed at both venues.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Prado Museum
- Tip: Don’t miss out on the ‘Hall of Realms’, originally a part of the former Buen Retiro Palace, which held the biggest paintings in the royal collection.
- Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Please note that access to the museum is only possible up to 30 mins before closing time.
- Some sections of the museum are sometimes subject to last-minute closures at the authorities' discretion.
- Admission is free from Mon to Sat: 6pm to 8pm, and Sun & holidays: 5pm to 7pm.
- Your ticket allows you to skip the 'ticket' line and not the security lines.
Royal Palace of Madrid
- Tip: If your visit falls on a Wednesday or Saturday, try to catch the mesmerizing Changing of the Guard ceremony, which takes place at noon in front of the palace's main entrance.
- The voucher is only valid for the day you have chosen for your visit.
- Please keep in mind that your visits to certain sections of the palace may be timed.
- The palace may be closed on special occasions for the celebration of official acts.
- Mobile phones must remain on silent mode during the visit.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Get one ticket for two iconic Madrid attractions: a guided tour of the Royal Palace and Prado Museum for a full cultural experience.
- Tour the massive Royal Palace for 1.5 hours with an expert, delving into the history and artistic choices of Spain’s royal family.
- Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Prado Museum, uncovering artistic techniques and symbolism in masterpieces by Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Velázquez.
- Select English or Spanish for your tour and join passionate conversations on art in a language you’re most comfortable with.
- Don't waste your time standing in queues. Instead, spend your time marveling at furniture and musical treasures from centuries ago.
- Get one ticket for two iconic Madrid attractions: a guided tour of the Royal Palace and Prado Museum for a full cultural experience.
- Tour the massive Royal Palace for 1.5 hours with an expert, delving into the history and artistic choices of Spain’s royal family.
- Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Prado Museum, uncovering artistic techniques and symbolism in masterpieces by Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Velázquez.
- Select English or Spanish for your tour and join passionate conversations on art in a language you’re most comfortable with.
- Don't waste your time standing in queues. Instead, spend your time marveling at furniture and musical treasures from centuries ago.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Prado Museum & the Royal Palace with skip-the-line entries
- Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Access to Royal Kitchen
- Access to Royal Collections
- Tip: Ask your guide about the famous Grand Staircase in the Royal Palace of Madrid, made from a single piece of San Agustin marble.
- Keep your camera tucked away – photography and videography is strictly not allowed at both venues.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Mobile phones must remain in silent mode during the visit to the Royal Palace.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Enjoy priority access to both the Royal Palace and Prado Museum, with your guide and convenient transfers between the two sites, making your visit smooth and easy.
- Learn about Spanish royalty, palace life, its architecture, and the stories behind masterpieces like Velázquez's Las Meninas and Goya’s The Third of May 1808 at the Prado from your expert guide.
- Walk through the grand spaces of the Royal Palace, including the majestic Throne Room, the intricately designed Banqueting Hall, and the opulent Royal Chapel.
- Admire masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco at the Prado Museum, with free time after the tour to explore at your own pace.
- Shared bus transfers between both landmarks are included, so you can skip to the good part! Plus, with the radio guide system, you'll hear every word of your guide's insightful commentary clearly.
- Enjoy priority access to both the Royal Palace and Prado Museum, with your guide and convenient transfers between the two sites, making your visit smooth and easy.
- Learn about Spanish royalty, palace life, its architecture, and the stories behind masterpieces like Velázquez's Las Meninas and Goya’s The Third of May 1808 at the Prado from your expert guide.
- Walk through the grand spaces of the Royal Palace, including the majestic Throne Room, the intricately designed Banqueting Hall, and the opulent Royal Chapel.
- Admire masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco at the Prado Museum, with free time after the tour to explore at your own pace.
- Shared bus transfers between both landmarks are included, so you can skip to the good part! Plus, with the radio guide system, you'll hear every word of your guide's insightful commentary clearly.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line access to the Prado Museum
- Skip-the-line access to the Royal Palace
- Guided tour in Spanish, English or both (as per option selected)
- Transfer from the Royal Palace to the Prado Museum
- Radio guide system
Exclusions
- Food/drinks
- Hotel transfers
- Tip: After your tour, you might want to stop for traditional Spanish tapas lunch - it is the perfect conclusion to your Madrid experience.
- Unfortunately, photography isn’t allowed inside the Prado Museum, so be sure to take in all the details while you’re there!
- Understand that crowds or security protocols may lead to delays, even with skip-the-line access. Just a heads-up to keep things running smoothly!
- To expedite the process, avoid bringing large bags or prohibited items, and have your tickets ready for presentation.
- While the Prado Museum has an incredible collection, some pieces might not be on display during your visit. But don’t worry—if that happens, the guide will point out equally significant works that are just as impressive.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, as you will be walking and standing for extended periods.
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early to ensure a timely start to the tour.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Which Prado Museum ticket is best for you?
Skip the line entry tickets
- Duration: Flexible
- Guide: Audioguide (optional)
- These tickets are the most affordable option and provide skip-the-line access to the Prado Museum. You can choose between flexible or timed entry, and you can also purchase an audio guide to learn more about the museum's collection.
Recommended Tours
- Skip-the-Line Tickets to Prado Museum
- Skip-the-Line Tickets to Royal Collections Gallery
Guided tours
- Duration: Flexible
- Enjoy a guided tour of the majestic Royal Palace of Madrid, accompanied by an expert guide who will take you through the official dwelling of the Spanish Royal Family.
Recommended Tours
- Combo (Save 5%): Prado Museum + Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Tickets
- Paseo del Arte - 3 Museum Pass for the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia
- Guided Tour of Prado Museum
- Madrid’s Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour
Combo Tours
- Duration: flexible
- Explore the vibrant city of Madrid with a comprehensive hop-on-hop-off bus tour, available for either one or two days, and receive skip-the-line access to the renowned Prado Museum.
- Experience the flexibility to move around at your leisure with access to 35 stops and two distinct routes, accompanied by a multilingual audio guide, Wi-Fi, and a detailed tour map.
Recommended tours: - Combo (Save 5%): Prado Museum + Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Tickets
- Madrid City Tour: 24/48Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24Hr Hop-on Hop-off Pass
- Prado Museum Tickets: Flexible Entry Tickets with Digital Audio Guide
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Plan your visit to Prado Museum | Museo del Prado
Here's everything you need to know about visiting Prado Museum.
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Location
Entrances
Dining
Stay
Facilities
Nearby attractions
Tips
Prado Museum opening times are as follows:
- Mon-Sat: 10am - 8pm Sun & Holidays: 10am - 7pm
- Free Access: Mon-Sat: 6-8pm Sun & Holidays: 5-7pm
- Entry up to 45 minutes before closing.
- Closed on: 1 January, 1 May and 31 December. It will be open for a short time, between 10am to 02pm on 6 January, 24 and 31 December.
- Beat the crowds at the Prado Museum by arriving early (10am) or during the lunchtime lull (2-4pm).
- Prado Museum is located in central Madrid, Spain and is part of the Golden Triangle of Art.
- Address: C. de Ruiz de Alarcón, 23, 28014 Madrid, Spain | Find on Map
- Cibeles is the nearest bus stop to the Prado Museum in Madrid. You can board bus numbers E1, N2 and N3 to get there.
- you can also take a metro to Estación del Arte (Line 1) or Banco de España (Line 2), which are about half a mile from the museum.
The Prado Museum has five entrances: Puerta de Goya Baja, Puerta de Goya Alta, Puerta de Velázquez, Puerta de los Jerónimos, and Puerta de Murillo.
Prado museum entrances explained
- Lamucca de Prado is a casual restaurant with a modern, urban vibe. The menu features a variety of Spanish and international dishes, including tapas, salads, sandwiches, and pasta. The restaurant has a lively atmosphere and is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.
- Restaurante Prado is a more traditional Spanish restaurant that serves classic dishes like paella, gazpacho, and cocido madrileño. The restaurant has a cosy atmosphere and is a great place to experience authentic Spanish cuisine.
- La Tapería del Prado is a tapas bar with a wide selection of small plates to choose from. The tapas are fresh and flavorful, and the prices are reasonable. The bar is a great place to sample some of the best of Spanish cuisine.
Some of the hotels near the museum are:
- Budget options: Senator Barajas Hotel, Eurostars I-hotel, Holiday Inn Express Madrid - Alcobendas, an IHG Hotel
- Mid-range options: Hotel Vincci Centrum, Vitium Urban Suites, Hotel Eurostars Gran Madrid, Crisol Via Castellana
- Luxury options: Vitium Urban Suites, Hotel Eurostars Gran Madrid, Radisson Blu Hotel, Madrid Prado
- Cloakroom: You can store your coats and personal belongings in the cloakroom for free.
- Spaces with benches: There are several spaces throughout the museum where you can take a break and rest.
- Adapted restrooms, accessible lifts, ramps, and platforms: The museum is accessible to visitors with disabilities.
- Auditorium and displays equipped with magnetic induction loop: The museum's auditorium and displays are equipped with a magnetic induction loop for visitors with hearing impairments.
- Wheelchair loan: You can borrow wheelchairs from the cloakroom.
- Guide dogs are welcome: Guide dogs are welcome in the museum.
- Retiro Park: Adjacent to the Prado Museum, Retiro Park offers a serene escape from the city with a lake, gardens, Alfonso XII monument, and the Crystal Palace. Activities include boat rentals, biking, and picnics.
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum: Near the Prado, it showcases 1,600+ artworks from the 13th to the 20th centuries by renowned artists like Picasso, Van Gogh, and Monet.
- CaixaForum Madrid: Housed in a former power station, it hosts diverse cultural events, exhibitions, and a permanent art collection featuring Picasso, Miró, and Tàpies.
- Royal Palace of Madrid: One of the world's grandest palaces and the official residence of the Spanish royal family. Open to the public, it displays opulent staterooms, a royal art collection, and beautiful gardens.
- You can expect at least 1 hour of waiting in line before you can enter the Prado Museum. To avoid this, invest in a timed entry ticket that will gain you direct entry into the museum.
- Keep in mind that photography is strictly prohibited inside the museum.
- You can make use of the cloakroom and wheelchair facilities at the Prado Museum.
- If you wish to commemorate your experience with a souvenir, head over to the Prado Museum souvenir shop. Here's a complete list of Prado Museum rules and regulations.
Frequently asked questions about Prado Museum tickets
Are Prado Museum tickets available online?
Yes. You can book your Prado Museum tickets online.
What is the cancelation policy for Prado Museum tickets?
Prado Museum tickets cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled
When is the Prado Museum closed?
The Prado Museum is closed on 1 January, 1 May and 31 December. It will be open for a short time, between 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM on 6 January, 24 and 31 December.
Where can I enter the Prado Museum?
All visitors, including those who require mobility assistance and those with baby strollers or carriages can enter through the Jerónimos Entrance.
Is Prado Museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Prado Museum is wheelchair accessible.
Does Prado Museum have Wi-Fi?
The in-house cafe, Cafe Prado offers free and unlimited Wi-Fi to all visitors.
Where is Prado Museum located?
Prado Museum is located in Central Madrid, at Calle de Ruiz de Alarcón.
Is photography allowed inside Prado Museum?
Photography is strictly prohibited inside Prado Museum.
What are the different types of Prado Museum tickets available?
Entry tickets, guided tour tickets and combo tickets are some of the most popular types of Prado Museum tickets.