Highlights of Prado Museum guided tours

The best European art under one roof

With over 8,000 paintings, the Prado Museum gets you the best of European art covering over eight centuries, all under one roof.

See notable works

From The Third of May 1808 by Francisco de Goya to The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch, you’ll get to see some of the world’s most iconic paintings.

A vibrant history

From being built to house the Natural History Cabinet to being home to the biggest collection of European art worldwide, guided tours give you all the context you need into the Prado Museum’s colorful history.

Combos with other attractions

If you’ve got more time on your hands and want to tick more attractions off your Madrid bucket list, you can even book the {experience type="POPUP" id="9006" text="Museo del Prado & Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour"} or the {experience type="POPUP" id="17702" text="Museo del Prado & Reina Sofia Museum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry"}. These get you access to two more Spanish icons besides the Prado Museum. The highlight is that all these attractions are no more than a 10-minute walk from each other.

What to expect on a Prado Museum tour

Once you book a guided tour to the Prado Museum, you’ll receive a confirmation of your ticket on your phone. Your e-ticket will be more than enough for you to enter the museum.
You’ll also be notified of your meeting point. We recommend reaching the meeting point 15 minutes prior to give you a little leeway in case of any delays.
Once you meet your guide, they will validate your tickets. You can bypass the ticket lines and go right to the security checkpoint. During the peak season, bypassing these lines can easily save you at least 60 minutes.
Once you’ve completed the security check, your monolingual or bilingual guide will take you on a tour of the museum, highlighting some of its most notable works and explaining the museum’s history.

Frequently asked questions about Prado Museum tours

What makes the Prado Museum a must-visit in Madrid?

The Prado Museum is Spain’s crown jewel of art. It’s home to one of the world’s finest collections of European art, with masterpieces by Goya, Velázquez, El Greco, Rubens, Bosch, and more. Walking through its halls feels like flipping through the most beautiful pages of art history.

Can you take a guided tour of the Prado Museum?

Absolutely! A guided tour brings the art to life. Your expert guide connects the dots between artists, styles, and eras, so you don’t just admire the art—you truly understand it.

What are the highlights I’ll see on a Prado Museum tour?

Expect to be wowed by Velázquez’s Las Meninas, Goya’s The Third of May 1808, Bosch’s surreal The Garden of Earthly Delights, and Titian’s bold portraiture. With a guide, you'll get the stories behind each masterpiece.

Are Prado Museum guided tours available in multiple languages?

Yes, they typically offer tours in English and Spanish. The {experience type="POPUP" id="4082" text="Museo del Prado Guided Tour"}, on the other hand, gives you the option of four languages—English, Spanish, French, or Italian.

Are there combo tours that include the Prado Museum and other attractions?

Yes! You can book guided tours like the {experience type="POPUP" id="17702" text="Museo del Prado & Reina Sofia Museum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry"} if you want to tour two of Madrid’s key attractions from its Golden Triangle of Art. Another tour you can book is the {experience type="POPUP" id="9006" text="Museo del Prado & Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour"}.

How much time can I save with a guided tour?

A guided tour means skip-the-line access, which can save you 30–60 minutes during peak seasons. Plus, you won’t waste time figuring out what to see or where to go—your guide has it all mapped out.

Guided Tours

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Museo del Prado Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

Soak in the Prado Museum's massive collection with the expertise of a guide in your language.

Everything you get: Skip the ticketing line as you enter the Prado Museum on a guided tour in a language of your choice.
Why choose this: Helps navigate one of the world's largest art collections (8,000 plus works of art!) efficiently through a structured route, with key insights into centuries-old art from some of Europe’s most famed artists.
Upgrades: Upgrade your ticket to choose a bilingual guided tour in both Spanish & English.

Soak in the Prado Museum's massive collection with the expertise of a guide in your language.

Everything you get: Skip the ticketing line as you enter the Prado Museum on a guided tour in a language of your choice.
Why choose this: Helps navigate one of the world's largest art collections (8,000 plus works of art!) efficiently through a structured route, with key insights into centuries-old art from some of Europe’s most famed artists.
Upgrades: Upgrade your ticket to choose a bilingual guided tour in both Spanish & English.

Inclusions

Entry to the Prado Museum
Guided tour of the Prado Museum
Monolingual or bilingual guided tour (based on option selected)
Guided tour in English, Spanish, French, or Italian

Exclusions

Souvenirs
- Food & drinks
- Audio guides
- Transport

Your ticket lets you skip the ‘ticket’ lines and not the security lines.
Photography & videography are strictly prohibited at the Prado Museum.
Food & drinks are not allowed inside the museum, so make sure to pack accordingly.
The Prado Museum is wheelchair-accessible and also offers a bag-drop facility.
Some sections in the museum may be closed at the last minute at the authorities’ discretion.
Pets are not allowed at the Prado Museum.

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1 hr. 30 min. - 2 hr.

Guided Tours

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Museo del Prado & Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour

Explore Madrid’s top 2 sites—just 11 minutes apart—with expert guides in two languages.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid, a tour of the palace’s key chambers, and of the Prado Museum with an expert guide who speaks English, Spanish, or both.
Why choose this: Experience two of Madrid’s top cultural icons in one day, with a knowledgeable guide who brings these attractions to life. You’ll get to see the highlights of the palace and the museum with insider information and insights.

Explore Madrid’s top 2 sites—just 11 minutes apart—with expert guides in two languages.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid, a tour of the palace’s key chambers, and of the Prado Museum with an expert guide who speaks English, Spanish, or both.
Why choose this: Experience two of Madrid’s top cultural icons in one day, with a knowledgeable guide who brings these attractions to life. You’ll get to see the highlights of the palace and the museum with insider information and insights.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid
Guided tour of the Prado Museum and the Royal Palace of Madrid
English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Souvenirs
- Food & drinks
- Transport
- Audio guide

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5 hr.

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Museo del Prado & Reina Sofía Museum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

Bypass ticket lines and enjoy a guided tour of both museums in your preferred language.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line access to both the Prado Museum and Reina Sofia, along with a guided tour led by an expert guide.
Why choose this: Combines two of Madrid’s top art museums in a single tour, with expert guides who make art history engaging and accessible.
Upgrades: Choose a guided tour in Spanish, English, or both based on your preferences.

Bypass ticket lines and enjoy a guided tour of both museums in your preferred language.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line access to both the Prado Museum and Reina Sofia, along with a guided tour led by an expert guide.
Why choose this: Combines two of Madrid’s top art museums in a single tour, with expert guides who make art history engaging and accessible.
Upgrades: Choose a guided tour in Spanish, English, or both based on your preferences.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to the Prado and Reina Sofia Museums
Guided tour of the Prado and Reina Sofia Museums
Expert English and/or Spanish speaking guide (as per option selected)

Exclusions

Food & drinks
- Souvenirs
- Transport
- Audio guide

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Free cancellation

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Mobile ticket

4 hr. - 4 hr. 30 min.

Guided tour

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Museo del Prado & Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour with Transfers

Skip ticket lines & tour two Madrid icons with an expert guide & transfers between sites.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to both the Prado Museum and Royal Palace of Madrid, an insightful guided tour of both attractions with a live expert (English, Spanish, or both), and transfers from the Royal Palace to the Prado Museum.
Why choose this: Combines Madrid’s top art and royal attractions in a single, expertly guided experience, all without the hassle of waiting in ticket lines or having to navigate 8000+ works of art and an entire palace, on your own..
Upgrades: For a more engaging experience, opt for a guided tour in English or a Spanish bilingual tour.

Skip ticket lines & tour two Madrid icons with an expert guide & transfers between sites.

Everything you get: Skip-the-line entry to both the Prado Museum and Royal Palace of Madrid, an insightful guided tour of both attractions with a live expert (English, Spanish, or both), and transfers from the Royal Palace to the Prado Museum.
Why choose this: Combines Madrid’s top art and royal attractions in a single, expertly guided experience, all without the hassle of waiting in ticket lines or having to navigate 8000+ works of art and an entire palace, on your own..
Upgrades: For a more engaging experience, opt for a guided tour in English or a Spanish bilingual tour.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to the Prado Museum
Skip-the-line entry to the Reina Sofia Museum
Guided tour in Spanish, English, or both (as per option selected)
Transfer from the Royal Palace of Madrid to the Prado Museum
Radio guide system

Exclusions

Souvenirs
- Food & drinks
- Audio guide

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Instant confirmation

Mobile ticket

4 hr.

Guided tour

Transfers included

Prado Museum tours

Highlights of Prado Museum guided tours

The best European art under one roof

See notable works

A vibrant history

Combos with other attractions

What to expect on a Prado Museum tour

Frequently asked questions about Prado Museum tours

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