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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!
- Housing the most extensive collection of Spanish paintings, this museum is an art aficionado's dream. Upgrade you tickets to include 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.
- Extended validity tickets take the pressure off selecting a date; go on a day that suits you best.
Inclusions
- Flexible/timed entry to Prado Museum (as per option selected)
- Access to the permanent collections
- On-site audio guide in 11 languages (optional)
- Digital audio guide in 5 languages (optional)
Exclusions
- Live guide
- 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.
- Click here for instructions on how to access the digital audio guide.
- Some sections of the museum are sometimes subject to last-minute closures at the authorities' discretion.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
- Your ticket allows you to skip the 'ticket' line and not the security lines
- Please note that access to the museum is only possible up to 30 mins before closing time.
- The following are not allowed inside the venue: Photography, Food & Drinks.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Prado Museum + Royal Palace of Madrid Skip-the-Line Tickets
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- Skip all the arduous ticketing lines and head straight into Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid with these discounted combo tickets!
- Flexible and extended validity entry to Prado Museum lets you explore over 20,000 works of art from the Renaissance period all the way to Picasso's era.
- Get up close with iconic artworks, from Las Meninas by Velázquez, to Andromeda & the Dragon by Titian, and more.
- At the Royal Palace of Madrid, wander amidst 16th-century Baroque architecture embellished by frescoes, tapestries, and decorative motifs.
- Take a peek at instruments from the 17th to 19th centuries, like a grand piano by Francisco Fernández, or two harps by Sebastian Erard.
Inclusions
Prado Museum
- Flexible skip-the-line entry to Prado Museum
- Access to the permanent collections
Royal Palace of Madrid
- Skip-the-line entry to the Royal Palace of Madrid
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.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
- Note that the following are not allowed inside the venue: Photography, Food & Drinks.
- Some sections of the museum are sometimes subject to last-minute closures at the authorities' discretion.
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.
- The following is not allowed inside the venue: Taking photographs or videos.
- Mobile telephones shall remain in the silent position during the visit.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Paseo del Arte - 3 Museum Pass for the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia
- Experience the Golden Triangle of Art in Madrid! This convenient ticket takes away the hassle of booking 3 tickets and gives you the flexibility to redeem up till 1 year after the purchase.
- Witness the largest collection of Spanish art at the Prado Museum and marvel at Velázquez's Las Meninas.
- Admire the second largest private art collection in the world at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum.
- Marvel at masterpieces by Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and more in the main modern art gallery at Reina Sofia Museum.
- Enter the museums at any time during opening hours and stay as long as you like.
Inclusions
- Admission to the permanent collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
- Admission to the permanent collection and some temporal exhibitions at the Prado Museum
- Admission to the permanent collection and some temporal exhibitions at the Reina Sofia Centre.
Exclusions
- Temporary exhibitions of the Thyssen Museum
- Pro Tip: Head to the Prado Museum as soon as it opens to avoid the crowds.
- This ticket does not include Temporary exhibitions of the Thyssen Museum.
- The Paseo Del Arte pass is valid for a year from booking. You can enter each museum only once with this pass.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 12 months.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Guided Tour of Prado Museum
- Explore the best of Prado Museum while getting to know the unknown stories behind the masterpieces with an expert guide accompanying you.
- The museum is home to over 20,000 works of art - around 7,500 paintings, 8,000 drawings, 1,000 sculptures, and more. Your guide will help you navigate through these artworks conveniently.
- Some classics to look out for: Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez and David Victorious over Goliath by Caravaggio.
- Once your guided tour ends, you're free to stay back in the museum and explore at your own pace.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Museo del Prado
- English or Spanish-speaking guide
- Small and monolingual group
- Shared tour of 7 (optional)
- Tip: Ask your guide about the mysterious fires in the museum at the end of the 19th century.
- The tour is available in English and Spanish.
- Photography is strictly prohibited in the museum.
- Note that the following is not allowed during this experience: backpacks
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Madrid’s Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour
- Embark on an exciting and insightful tour of the Prado Museum with the help of a professional licensed guide, after which you get to walk through the spectacular El Retiro Park.
- Skip the line and go directly to the security check before entering the Prado and admire some of the most remarkable works of art here, like Las Meninas by Velasques, with the help of your guide.
- Head over to the El Retiro Park, one of Madrid's most famous attractions, full of beautiful flora and fauna, not to mention whimsical sculptures, the Crystal Palace, and Royal Observatory.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Prado Museum
- Licensed tour guide (English or Spanish)
- Walking tour of El Retiro
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Tip: Beat the crowds around lunchtime and explore the museum in its entirety without any disruptions.
- Note that the following is not allowed during this experience: backpacks
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Guided Tour of Landscape of Art & Science with Skip-the-Line Tickets to Prado Museum
- Discover the magic of Madrid with a skip-the-line guided tour of Arts and Sciences and Prado Museum.
- Step into the breathtaking world of Madrid's history and immerse yourself in the stunning urban landscape of the Landscape of Light.
- This tour includes iconic landmarks such as Paseo del Prado, Cibeles Fountain, and Plaza de Santa Ana.
- You will also receive preferential entrance to the world-famous Prado Museum where you can learn about art history and the building's original purpose.
- Feel free to leisurely explore the 1,000+ works at the Prado Museum after your guided tour.
Inclusions
- 1-hour walking guided-tour around the Landscape of Art and Science
- Skip-the-line entrance to the Prado Museum
- The tour is available in English and Spanish
- Radio guide system
Exclusions
- Entrance Ticket to Lope de Vega House-Museum
- Tip: The museum has a great bookstore where you can buy books and souvenirs related to the collection. It's a great way to take a piece of the Prado home with you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Why visit Prado Museum?
- To say that the Prado Museum is Spain's most significant cultural institution would be an understatement. The Prado Museum has over 8,000 paintings, 700 sculptures, and 4,800 drawings, of which over half are Spanish works. This makes it the largest and most comprehensive collection of Spanish art in the world.
- It has a unique collection of black paintings by Goya. Goya's black paintings are a series of 14 paintings that he created in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These paintings are dark and disturbing, and they offer a unique insight into Goya's state of mind at the time.
- Impossible as it may seem, this museum made it through all three of the wars that Spain experienced: the War of Independence, the Spanish Civil War, and World War II, without any of its artefacts being damaged.
- Housed in a stunning neoclassical building, the Prado Museum, designed by Juan de Villanueva in the late 18th century, stands as a masterpiece of Spanish architectural heritage.
Which Prado Museum Ticket is best for you?
If you are a short on time
- Go for: Skip-the-Line 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
If you want to dive deep & see multiple museums
- Go for: combos and guided tours
- Duration: Flexible
- This pass provides admission to the permanent collections of the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofia museums. This is a great option if you want to see the best of Madrid's art scene, but it is important to note that the pass does not include admission to all temporary exhibitions.
Recommended Tours
Prado Museum highlights
Housing one of the finest collections of European art in the world, Prado Museum Madrid sees hundreds of visitors every year. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular paintings at the Prado Museum.
Las Meninas
Depicting the 5-year-old Margaret Theresa, Las Meninas is a masterpiece by one of the pioneer artists of the Spanish Golden age, Diego Velázquez. Set in the Royal Alcazar of Madrid, the painting shows her surrounded by the king, queen and her maids.
Highlights at Prado Museum
The Cardinal
This legendary painting of a young cardinal donning a red cap was painted by none other than the master of the Renaissance age, Raphael. The question of the cardinal’s identity is debated even now.
La Maja Desnuda
La Maja Desnuda or The Naked Maja shows a beautiful woman resting on a velvet diwan. Legend has it that she is the Duchess of Alba. Others identify her as Godoy’s mistress Pepita Tudó.
The Garden of Earthly Delights
Created by Hieronymus Bosch between 1490 and 1510, The Garden of Earthly Delights found its home in the Prado Museum in 1939. The painting is divided into three parts and depicts Adam and Eve meeting for the first time.
Venus and Adonis
It is said that there are more than 30 versions of the Titan masterpiece. Some were painted by himself while others were painted by his assistants. The one in the Prado Museum shows Adonis pulling away from his lover Venus.
The Three Graces
The Three Graces is a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, one of the most famous Baroque artists. The painting depicts three mythological figures from Greek mythology, who are often portrayed together in art: Aglaea, Euphrosyne, and Thalia.
Plan your visit to Prado Museum | Museo del Prado
Here's everything you need to know about visiting Prado Museum.
Timings
Location
Entrances
Dining
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Tips
Prado Museum opening times are as follows:
- Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM Sun & Holidays: 10 AM - 7 PM
- Free Access: Mon-Sat: 6-8 PM Sun & Holidays: 5-7 PM
- 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 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM 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.
- 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.