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Madrid: Prado Museum Entry Ticket

Madrid: Prado Museum Entry Ticket

Since it opened in 1819, the Prado Museum has acquired a dazzling array of paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and decorative art that cover the history of Spanish art to form one of the finest collections of European art in the world. Based on the former Spanish Royal Collection, the Royal Museum would become known as the National Museum of Painting and Sculpture, and subsequently the Museo Nacional del Prado. The collection currently comprises around 7,600 paintings, 1,000 sculptures, 4,800 prints and 8,200 drawings, in addition to a large number of historic documents. With your full-day ticket, you will have access to more than 1,300 works currently on display in the main building. The size of this collection can cause headaches for visitors trying to choose what to see, but the Prado has organized 3 routes that focus on its masterpieces, dating from the Romanesque to the 19th century. Once inside, you can purchase an audio guide (not included in ticket cost) to quickly lead you to works by artists such as Bartolomé Bermejo, Pedro Berruguete, Sánchez Coello, El Greco, Ribera, Zurbarán, Murillo, Alonso Cano, Velázquez and Goya.

Madrid: Panoramic Route City Tour

Madrid: Panoramic Route City Tour

Explore the city comfortably aboard a double-decker sightseeing bus. Discover the city in detail with just one ticket. Route 1 (Blue) will take you to discover Historical Madrid. This circular route takes you through a complete historical, artistic, and monumental circuit featuring the city’s key landmarks. Travel along the beautiful tree-lined Paseo del Prado and admire the magnificent architectural treasures of the Habsburg royal legacy. Discover parts of Madrid’s Art Triangle and enjoy stunning views from the Royal Palace to the Temple of Debod. Route 2 (Green) will take you to discover Modern Madrid. Explore the city beyond its historical landmarks and royal monuments. From Atocha Station to Nuevos Ministerios, and from the iconic Puerta de Alcalá to Puerta del Sol. Admire the most contemporary architectural works in the capital, including the imposing KIO Towers, the modern sculptures of the Public Art Museum, and Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Discover Madrid’s vibrant life, art, and modern customs on this itinerary. Route 1 (Blue): Historical Madrid Prado Museum, Puerta de Alcalá, Salamanca District, Plaza de Colón, Plaza de Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Temple of Debod, Puerta de San Vicente, Puerta de Toledo, Gran Vía de San Francisco, Colegiata/Mayor, Atocha, Botanical Garden and Prado Museum. Route 2 (Green): Modern Madrid Plaza Neptuno, Plaza de Cibeles, Plaza de Colón, Sculpture Museum, Museum of Natural Sciences, Nuevos Ministerios, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, CSI Science Center, Lázaro Galdiano Museum, Serrano, Archaeological Museum, Puerta de Alcalá, Alcalá, Puerta del Sol, Plaza de las Cortes and Plaza Neptuno. Walking Tour of Madrid Enjoy a 2-hour guided walking tour of Madrid. More information is available aboard the bus. The walking tour operates daily at 11:00 AM, departing from the city center.

Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Embark on an electric tuk-tuk tour of Madrid and discover some of the main monuments of the city. Enjoy the perfect introduction to Madrid as your guide recommends places to visit during your stay. Admire the exterior of some of Madrid's most iconic landmarks including the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. Ride through the charming neighborhoods of Las Letras and Retiro and see the House of Cervantes and the Church of Los Jerónimos. See the Palacio de las Cortes, the Puerta de Alcalá, and the facades of the museums of Paseo del Prado on this fun and exciting adventure through the city.

Madrid: City Highlights Tuk Tuk Tour

Madrid: City Highlights Tuk Tuk Tour

Explore Madrid from the comfort of a tuk-tuk on a guided tour. Experience some of the city’s most popular sights and learn about each one from your driver tour guide. Choose from a 1, 1.5, or 2-hour tour. Enjoy the convenience of a hotel pickup and head to the Los Jeronimos neighborhood to begin your private Madrid sightseeing tour. From here, make your way past the emblematic Retiro Park, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the Puerta de Alcalá, Paseo del Prado, the Royal Palace, and more, making stops along the way to take in each of the attractions. 

Madrid: Prado Museum Small Group Guided Tour

Madrid: Prado Museum Small Group Guided Tour

The first stop is the Prado Museum, considered the most important nationally, where your guide will show you the most outstanding paintings by Velázquez, Goya, Bosch, Rubens... Leaving the museum, we will continue on our way, walking through the so-called Landscape of Light, the surroundings of Paseo del Prado and El Retiro Park, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 2021. We arrive at the Reina Sofía Museum, where the guide will focus on one of the masterpieces of the 20th century: Guernica, which deserves a comprehensive and detailed explanation to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of its author, and one of the best artists. 20th century: the artist Pablo Picasso. Finally, and after lunch, we will go to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, whose collection consists of nearly a thousand works ranging from the 13th century to the 20th century, and where you can see different pictorial styles: from primitive European painters to avant-garde, going through impressionists and surrealists. If you want, you can add optional lunch, so you don't have to worry about where to eat.

Madrid: Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Madrid: Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Close to a thousand works ranging from the 13th to the 20th centuries have made this museum one of the most outstanding internationally. The Collection includes artists of the stature of Titian, Rubens, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Manet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Kandinsky, Hopper or Picasso. This gallery provides numerous examples of foreign painters who had not been present until then: Italian and Flemish primitives, key works of the Renaissance, numerous works from the Impressionist era, such as Monet, Degas, Van Gogh and Gauguin. It also has outstanding works from the avant-garde of the 20th century: Fauvism, Expressionism, Surrealism, Abstraction and Pop Art. We will be able to admire works by two of the main Spanish painters: Picasso and Dalí. The opening of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 1992 gave rise, by joining the Prado and Reina Sofía Museums, to the so-called Triangle of Art on Paseo del Prado, an area that concentrates the most important pictorial heritage in Spain, today recognized as World Heritage of the UNESCO.

Madrid: All Madrid Guided Segway Tour

Madrid: All Madrid Guided Segway Tour

The most complete Segway Tour in Madrid. Explore this wonderful city by the hand of our guides. A 3 hour tour that will take you through the main tourist attractions of the city. Departing from our store in Ópera, in the heart of Madrid, we will visit the Plaza Mayor. Our guide will tell you about its history, mysteries and legends. Continue exploring the city by visiting the Almudena Cathedral and the majestic Royal Palace. A breathtaking view that will leave you in awe. From there we head to visit one of the most impressive tourist spots in Madrid, the Temple of Debod. An Egyptian temple in the heart of the city! Gifted by Egypt to Spain in 1968 is one of the most beautiful attractions of the city and that will leave you impressed. From here we head to the Retiro Park through the popular Barrio de las Letras. The name of the Barrio de las Letras is a tribute to the great writers who lived in its streets during the Spanish Golden Age. Cervantes, Lope de Vega and Quevedo give their names to some of its most important streets. Discover below the so-called Paseo del Arte. Thyssen Museum, Reina Sofia and the Prado Museum. We will pass by them to go to the Retiro Park. The most beloved park in Madrid. Discover its history, statues and legends of this great green area of the city. The Crystal Palace, the pond, the statue of the Fallen Angel. Hundreds of years of stories and legends of this magical park. A 3 hours tour to discover the whole city. All Madrid, the most complete Segway Tour of Madrid.

Madrid: VIP Prado Exclusive Pre Opening Museum Tour

Madrid: VIP Prado Exclusive Pre Opening Museum Tour

Meet your guide and small group outside the Prado and head straight in—an hour before the doors open to the general public! You’ll be the only people inside, apart from museum staff, giving you plenty of space to appreciate the collection away from the crowds. Have the iconic Las Meninas all to yourself, marvel at every hidden detail of The Garden of Earthly Delights up close, and view Goya’s haunting Black Paintings alone in a silent gallery. All of this and so much more awaits you on this once-in-a-lifetime early access Prado tour. Your Prado tour ends just as the first public guests are entering the museum for the day. If you chose the option that incudes only the Prado Museum when booking, feel free to continue exploring the vast collection on your own, or head out into Madrid to see even more of the vibrant Spanish capital with one bucket-list experience already checked off your list. If you choose the Reina Sofía option when booking, you'll continue your tour and art journey through Madrid. Walk along the Paseo del Prado, Madrid's most picturesque boulevard and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as your guide shares stories of its cultural and historical significance. Admire the elegant architecture and vibrant atmosphere as you transition between Madrid’s iconic museums. It's time to discover the Reina Sofía’s contemporary masterpieces. Skip the line and immerse yourself in Spain’s 20th-century art scene. Your guide will introduce you to the works of Picasso, Dalí, and Miró, with a special focus on the emotional and historical power of "Guernica." Learn how these artists revolutionized art and captured the essence of their time. This seamless, small-group tour is designed for art lovers seeking a deeper connection with Madrid’s artistic legacy.

Madrid: Guided Electric Bike Tour. City center & Retiro Park

Madrid: Guided Electric Bike Tour. City center & Retiro Park

Discover and explore Madrid riding our electric bikes. A private tour that will take you to know the most important points of the center of Madrid and we will also visit the Retiro Park, knowing its history, legends, the pond, statues or the Crystal Palace. A private tour to enjoy the most emblematic places in the center of Madrid as well as the most famous park in the city. Includes last generation electric bicycles, local guide, safety equipment, helmets, vests. We include Evian water bottle, bottle holder and phone holder.

Madrid: City Highlights Private Bike Tour

Madrid: City Highlights Private Bike Tour

Start your private tour from the bike shop in the heart of Madrid near Puerta del Sol. Get a guide that speaks English, French, Dutch, or Spanish to ensure that you can understand their fascinating commentary. Tour for 3 hours through small streets and parks. Ride through the hippest areas of Madrid, the neighborhoods of Chueca and Malasaña. Soak up the modern shopping and dining area of Chueca. Enjoy the bohemian vibe of Malasaña to ‘La Movida de Madrid'. See splendid views from El Parque Del Oeste. Cruise to an Egyptian/Roman Temple of Debod that was a gift from the government of Egypt and hear the story behind this impressive present. Marvel at the mighty Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor. Stop in the old market and get recommendations on what to eat. Bike to El Barrio Las Letras, El Parque Del Buen Retiro (Retiro Park), pass by the Fountain of Neptune, Prado Museum, and the incredible city hall of Madrid (el Palacio de Cibeles). See this and more on this thrilling tour of Madrid.

Our most recommended Paseo del Prado Museums & exhibitions

Madrid: Prado Museum Entry Ticket

Madrid: Prado Museum Entry Ticket

Since it opened in 1819, the Prado Museum has acquired a dazzling array of paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and decorative art that cover the history of Spanish art to form one of the finest collections of European art in the world. Based on the former Spanish Royal Collection, the Royal Museum would become known as the National Museum of Painting and Sculpture, and subsequently the Museo Nacional del Prado. The collection currently comprises around 7,600 paintings, 1,000 sculptures, 4,800 prints and 8,200 drawings, in addition to a large number of historic documents. With your full-day ticket, you will have access to more than 1,300 works currently on display in the main building. The size of this collection can cause headaches for visitors trying to choose what to see, but the Prado has organized 3 routes that focus on its masterpieces, dating from the Romanesque to the 19th century. Once inside, you can purchase an audio guide (not included in ticket cost) to quickly lead you to works by artists such as Bartolomé Bermejo, Pedro Berruguete, Sánchez Coello, El Greco, Ribera, Zurbarán, Murillo, Alonso Cano, Velázquez and Goya.

Madrid: Panoramic Route City Tour

Madrid: Panoramic Route City Tour

Explore the city comfortably aboard a double-decker sightseeing bus. Discover the city in detail with just one ticket. Route 1 (Blue) will take you to discover Historical Madrid. This circular route takes you through a complete historical, artistic, and monumental circuit featuring the city’s key landmarks. Travel along the beautiful tree-lined Paseo del Prado and admire the magnificent architectural treasures of the Habsburg royal legacy. Discover parts of Madrid’s Art Triangle and enjoy stunning views from the Royal Palace to the Temple of Debod. Route 2 (Green) will take you to discover Modern Madrid. Explore the city beyond its historical landmarks and royal monuments. From Atocha Station to Nuevos Ministerios, and from the iconic Puerta de Alcalá to Puerta del Sol. Admire the most contemporary architectural works in the capital, including the imposing KIO Towers, the modern sculptures of the Public Art Museum, and Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Discover Madrid’s vibrant life, art, and modern customs on this itinerary. Route 1 (Blue): Historical Madrid Prado Museum, Puerta de Alcalá, Salamanca District, Plaza de Colón, Plaza de Cibeles, Gran Vía, Plaza de España, Temple of Debod, Puerta de San Vicente, Puerta de Toledo, Gran Vía de San Francisco, Colegiata/Mayor, Atocha, Botanical Garden and Prado Museum. Route 2 (Green): Modern Madrid Plaza Neptuno, Plaza de Cibeles, Plaza de Colón, Sculpture Museum, Museum of Natural Sciences, Nuevos Ministerios, Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, CSI Science Center, Lázaro Galdiano Museum, Serrano, Archaeological Museum, Puerta de Alcalá, Alcalá, Puerta del Sol, Plaza de las Cortes and Plaza Neptuno. Walking Tour of Madrid Enjoy a 2-hour guided walking tour of Madrid. More information is available aboard the bus. The walking tour operates daily at 11:00 AM, departing from the city center.

Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Madrid: Private City Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

Embark on an electric tuk-tuk tour of Madrid and discover some of the main monuments of the city. Enjoy the perfect introduction to Madrid as your guide recommends places to visit during your stay. Admire the exterior of some of Madrid's most iconic landmarks including the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. Ride through the charming neighborhoods of Las Letras and Retiro and see the House of Cervantes and the Church of Los Jerónimos. See the Palacio de las Cortes, the Puerta de Alcalá, and the facades of the museums of Paseo del Prado on this fun and exciting adventure through the city.

Madrid: City Highlights Tuk Tuk Tour

Madrid: City Highlights Tuk Tuk Tour

Explore Madrid from the comfort of a tuk-tuk on a guided tour. Experience some of the city’s most popular sights and learn about each one from your driver tour guide. Choose from a 1, 1.5, or 2-hour tour. Enjoy the convenience of a hotel pickup and head to the Los Jeronimos neighborhood to begin your private Madrid sightseeing tour. From here, make your way past the emblematic Retiro Park, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the Puerta de Alcalá, Paseo del Prado, the Royal Palace, and more, making stops along the way to take in each of the attractions. 

Madrid: Prado Museum Small Group Guided Tour

Madrid: Prado Museum Small Group Guided Tour

The first stop is the Prado Museum, considered the most important nationally, where your guide will show you the most outstanding paintings by Velázquez, Goya, Bosch, Rubens... Leaving the museum, we will continue on our way, walking through the so-called Landscape of Light, the surroundings of Paseo del Prado and El Retiro Park, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 2021. We arrive at the Reina Sofía Museum, where the guide will focus on one of the masterpieces of the 20th century: Guernica, which deserves a comprehensive and detailed explanation to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of its author, and one of the best artists. 20th century: the artist Pablo Picasso. Finally, and after lunch, we will go to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, whose collection consists of nearly a thousand works ranging from the 13th century to the 20th century, and where you can see different pictorial styles: from primitive European painters to avant-garde, going through impressionists and surrealists. If you want, you can add optional lunch, so you don't have to worry about where to eat.

Madrid: Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Madrid: Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum Guided Tour & Entry Ticket

Close to a thousand works ranging from the 13th to the 20th centuries have made this museum one of the most outstanding internationally. The Collection includes artists of the stature of Titian, Rubens, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Manet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Kandinsky, Hopper or Picasso. This gallery provides numerous examples of foreign painters who had not been present until then: Italian and Flemish primitives, key works of the Renaissance, numerous works from the Impressionist era, such as Monet, Degas, Van Gogh and Gauguin. It also has outstanding works from the avant-garde of the 20th century: Fauvism, Expressionism, Surrealism, Abstraction and Pop Art. We will be able to admire works by two of the main Spanish painters: Picasso and Dalí. The opening of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in 1992 gave rise, by joining the Prado and Reina Sofía Museums, to the so-called Triangle of Art on Paseo del Prado, an area that concentrates the most important pictorial heritage in Spain, today recognized as World Heritage of the UNESCO.

Madrid: All Madrid Guided Segway Tour

Madrid: All Madrid Guided Segway Tour

The most complete Segway Tour in Madrid. Explore this wonderful city by the hand of our guides. A 3 hour tour that will take you through the main tourist attractions of the city. Departing from our store in Ópera, in the heart of Madrid, we will visit the Plaza Mayor. Our guide will tell you about its history, mysteries and legends. Continue exploring the city by visiting the Almudena Cathedral and the majestic Royal Palace. A breathtaking view that will leave you in awe. From there we head to visit one of the most impressive tourist spots in Madrid, the Temple of Debod. An Egyptian temple in the heart of the city! Gifted by Egypt to Spain in 1968 is one of the most beautiful attractions of the city and that will leave you impressed. From here we head to the Retiro Park through the popular Barrio de las Letras. The name of the Barrio de las Letras is a tribute to the great writers who lived in its streets during the Spanish Golden Age. Cervantes, Lope de Vega and Quevedo give their names to some of its most important streets. Discover below the so-called Paseo del Arte. Thyssen Museum, Reina Sofia and the Prado Museum. We will pass by them to go to the Retiro Park. The most beloved park in Madrid. Discover its history, statues and legends of this great green area of the city. The Crystal Palace, the pond, the statue of the Fallen Angel. Hundreds of years of stories and legends of this magical park. A 3 hours tour to discover the whole city. All Madrid, the most complete Segway Tour of Madrid.

Madrid: VIP Prado Exclusive Pre Opening Museum Tour

Madrid: VIP Prado Exclusive Pre Opening Museum Tour

Meet your guide and small group outside the Prado and head straight in—an hour before the doors open to the general public! You’ll be the only people inside, apart from museum staff, giving you plenty of space to appreciate the collection away from the crowds. Have the iconic Las Meninas all to yourself, marvel at every hidden detail of The Garden of Earthly Delights up close, and view Goya’s haunting Black Paintings alone in a silent gallery. All of this and so much more awaits you on this once-in-a-lifetime early access Prado tour. Your Prado tour ends just as the first public guests are entering the museum for the day. If you chose the option that incudes only the Prado Museum when booking, feel free to continue exploring the vast collection on your own, or head out into Madrid to see even more of the vibrant Spanish capital with one bucket-list experience already checked off your list. If you choose the Reina Sofía option when booking, you'll continue your tour and art journey through Madrid. Walk along the Paseo del Prado, Madrid's most picturesque boulevard and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as your guide shares stories of its cultural and historical significance. Admire the elegant architecture and vibrant atmosphere as you transition between Madrid’s iconic museums. It's time to discover the Reina Sofía’s contemporary masterpieces. Skip the line and immerse yourself in Spain’s 20th-century art scene. Your guide will introduce you to the works of Picasso, Dalí, and Miró, with a special focus on the emotional and historical power of "Guernica." Learn how these artists revolutionized art and captured the essence of their time. This seamless, small-group tour is designed for art lovers seeking a deeper connection with Madrid’s artistic legacy.

Madrid: Guided Electric Bike Tour. City center & Retiro Park

Madrid: Guided Electric Bike Tour. City center & Retiro Park

Discover and explore Madrid riding our electric bikes. A private tour that will take you to know the most important points of the center of Madrid and we will also visit the Retiro Park, knowing its history, legends, the pond, statues or the Crystal Palace. A private tour to enjoy the most emblematic places in the center of Madrid as well as the most famous park in the city. Includes last generation electric bicycles, local guide, safety equipment, helmets, vests. We include Evian water bottle, bottle holder and phone holder.

Madrid: City Highlights Private Bike Tour

Madrid: City Highlights Private Bike Tour

Start your private tour from the bike shop in the heart of Madrid near Puerta del Sol. Get a guide that speaks English, French, Dutch, or Spanish to ensure that you can understand their fascinating commentary. Tour for 3 hours through small streets and parks. Ride through the hippest areas of Madrid, the neighborhoods of Chueca and Malasaña. Soak up the modern shopping and dining area of Chueca. Enjoy the bohemian vibe of Malasaña to ‘La Movida de Madrid'. See splendid views from El Parque Del Oeste. Cruise to an Egyptian/Roman Temple of Debod that was a gift from the government of Egypt and hear the story behind this impressive present. Marvel at the mighty Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor. Stop in the old market and get recommendations on what to eat. Bike to El Barrio Las Letras, El Parque Del Buen Retiro (Retiro Park), pass by the Fountain of Neptune, Prado Museum, and the incredible city hall of Madrid (el Palacio de Cibeles). See this and more on this thrilling tour of Madrid.

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