- Address: Calle Ruiz de Alarcón 23, Madrid 28014, Spain
- Hours: Open Tues - Sun 9am - 8pm, closed Mondays
- Admission: Adults: €8
Prado Museum (Museo del Prado)
The Museo del Prado - Prado Museum - is considered to house one of the finest art collections in the world. It displays thousands of European paintings, sculptures, and other works of art throughout its halls - and this is only a fraction of their collection!
What doesn't fit in the display space is stored or sent on loan to other fine galleries throughout the world. The Prado specializes in European art from the 12th-19th century (Madrid's Reina Sofia Museum is home to the post-19th century art), that was built from the Spanish Royal Collection.
The most famous piece in the collection that is on display at the Prado is Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez. He dedicated many of his own pieces to the museum and had a hand in obtaining several works from great Italian painters as well. In tribute to Velazquez, his statue is one of the few marking the entrances to the museum.
Practical Info
Adjacent to the museum are the Royal Botanical Gardens. Be sure to take a few moments to wander between the flower beds and admire the vibrant colors and intoxicating scents. The Parque de Buen Retiro is also nearby as is the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, a museum holding a private collection of 13th-20th century paintings.
Tours & Tickets
2-Hour Tour of Prado Museum in Madrid
The Prado Museum is one of the most important museums in the world, containing a collection of over 8000 works of the best Spanish and international artists ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
iVenture Card Madrid
Explore Madrid independently with a Madrid Attraction Pass. For seven consecutive days, gain free entry to 23 of the city’s most spectacular sites. ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 7 days (approx.)
Madrid Buen Retiro Park Small-Group Tour and Skip-the-Line Prado Museum Ticket
Delve into magnificent Buen Retiro Park, Madrid’s most popular relaxation spot, on a 1.5-hour small-group guided walking tour, and then enjoy ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
Viator VIP: Early Access to Museo del Prado with Reina Sofia
Hit the Prado Museum before the doors open to the public on this 6-hour Madrid tour — a Viator VIP available nowhere else. Only available through Viator, ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Madrid Panoramic Tour with Museo del Prado
Embark on a 2 1/2 hour sightseeing bus tour of Madrid and discover the most important buildings, avenues and squares, ending with an entrance to the world´s ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: Flexible
Madrid and El Escorial Monastery in One Day Sightseeing Tour
Discover the highlights of Madrid and El Escorial Monastery in one day on this full-day tour. Traveling between the sites by air-conditioned vehicle. Then, ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Madrid Half-day City Tour with Japanese Guide
Marvel at the sights of Madrid on this half-day tour of the city and the Royal Palace.
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Madrid Guided Private Tour: Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza or Reina Sofia Museum
Enjoy a 3-hour tour with a private guide to your chosen Madrid museum from the following list: Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza or the Reina Sofía ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Madrid Combo: City Sightseeing and Skip-the-Line Prado Museum Tour
See Madrid’s top city sights from the comfort of a luxury coach, and then spend your afternoon exploring Spain’s national museum – the Prado – with an expert ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
Skip the Line: Prado Museum Tour in Madrid
Explore Madrid’s Prado Museum with an art expert guide after skipping the long entrance lines with your priority-access ticket! As Spain’s national museum, the ... Read more
Location: Madrid, Spain
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
