Prado Museum Tickets
The Prado Museum boasts an extensive collection Spanish art, along with masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque eras by the likes of Raphael and Titian. Book Prado Museum tickets to enjoy skip-the-line entry, guided tours, or combo offers with Royal Palace of Madrid.-
Enjoy flexible entry hours to Prado Museum, the largest collection of Spanish art, and keep your plans spontaneous with extended validity.
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Get the chance to view over 20,000 works ranging from Renaissance-era paintings by Bosch to 19th-century masterpieces by Antonio Gisbert.
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Gain insights on famous pieces in the museum, from Las Meninas by Velázquez to Andromeda & the Dragon by Titian and more.
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Upgrade to the Paseo Del Arte card and save on entrance fees of Madrid's 3 best museums — Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofia.
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Fun fact: Prado Museum houses one of Francisco Goya’s most recognizable and morbidly brilliant oil paintings — Saturn Devouring His Son.
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Enjoy flexible entry hours to Prado Museum, the largest collection of Spanish art, and keep your plans spontaneous with extended validity.
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Get the chance to view over 20,000 works ranging from Renaissance-era paintings by Bosch to 19th-century masterpieces by Antonio Gisbert.
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Gain insights on famous pieces in the museum, from Las Meninas by Velázquez to Andromeda & the Dragon by Titian and more.
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Upgrade to the Paseo Del Arte card and save on entrance fees of Madrid's 3 best museums — Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofia.
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Fun fact: Prado Museum houses one of Francisco Goya’s most recognizable and morbidly brilliant oil paintings — Saturn Devouring His Son.
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This cost-effective combo gives you full freedom to be spontaneous. Drop in anytime during hours and skip entry lines to the Prado Museum.
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Spend a day admiring Renaissance greats like Las Meninas and Salvadore Dali's surrealism. Book now and enjoy a year-long validity!
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Breeze past queues of the Royal Palace and dive straight into grand sweeping staircases, abundant gilded ceilings, and dramatically massive frescoes.
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Imagine the life of the Spanish monarchy as you stroll along the Palace and get a peak into the Royal Armory, Royal Library, Crown Room, and more.
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Dive deeper into history! Add a multilingual audio guide to your Royal Palace & Prado Museum experience.
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This cost-effective combo gives you full freedom to be spontaneous. Drop in anytime during hours and skip entry lines to the Prado Museum.
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Spend a day admiring Renaissance greats like Las Meninas and Salvadore Dali's surrealism. Book now and enjoy a year-long validity!
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Breeze past queues of the Royal Palace and dive straight into grand sweeping staircases, abundant gilded ceilings, and dramatically massive frescoes.
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Imagine the life of the Spanish monarchy as you stroll along the Palace and get a peak into the Royal Armory, Royal Library, Crown Room, and more.
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Dive deeper into history! Add a multilingual audio guide to your Royal Palace & Prado Museum experience.
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Discover wide-ranging Spanish works of art at the Prado Museum along with an expert guide.
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7000 colorful paintings and 1000 hyper-realistic sculptures await to awe you! Spot key pieces like The Garden of Earthy Delights and Titian's portraits.
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With a guide by your side, uncover how Goya's hearing loss and the political climate of the time influenced the haunting themes of Black Paintings.
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Choose an English, Italian, French, Spanish, or bilingual guide. Learn all about composition and brush techniques in the language you know best.
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Fun fact: Diego Velázquez’s “Las Meninas” is considered one of the most analyzed paintings in art history. Find out why!
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Discover wide-ranging Spanish works of art at the Prado Museum along with an expert guide.
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7000 colorful paintings and 1000 hyper-realistic sculptures await to awe you! Spot key pieces like The Garden of Earthy Delights and Titian's portraits.
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With a guide by your side, uncover how Goya's hearing loss and the political climate of the time influenced the haunting themes of Black Paintings.
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Choose an English, Italian, French, Spanish, or bilingual guide. Learn all about composition and brush techniques in the language you know best.
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Fun fact: Diego Velázquez’s “Las Meninas” is considered one of the most analyzed paintings in art history. Find out why!
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Uncover the stories and art inclinations of the Spanish Royalty on an expert-led guided tour of their Royal Palace.
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Bypass queues and get access to the chambers of the Palace - from the Official Lounge and Royal Armories to the Library and Pharmacy of the monarchs.
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Let an expert show you the way around Prado Museum, home to one of the finest collections of European art, spanning 8 centuries.
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Explore Goya's darkest visions and how Rembrandt perfected portrait lighting for photographers. Discover these stories and more in English or Spanish.
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Fun fact: With 3,418 rooms, the Royal Palace of Madrid is Europe’s largest functioning royal palace.
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Uncover the stories and art inclinations of the Spanish Royalty on an expert-led guided tour of their Royal Palace.
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Bypass queues and get access to the chambers of the Palace - from the Official Lounge and Royal Armories to the Library and Pharmacy of the monarchs.
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Let an expert show you the way around Prado Museum, home to one of the finest collections of European art, spanning 8 centuries.
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Explore Goya's darkest visions and how Rembrandt perfected portrait lighting for photographers. Discover these stories and more in English or Spanish.
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Fun fact: With 3,418 rooms, the Royal Palace of Madrid is Europe’s largest functioning royal palace.
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Feast your eyes upon Prado Museum's huge collection of drawings, paintings, prints, sculptures and more.
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Take in Velázquez’s Baroque masterpieces, like The Feast of Bacchus and Las Meninas as well as famous works by Caravaggio and Rembrandt.
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Be a part of 'Emotions,' a 1-hour flamenco dance show that celebrates Spanish culture.
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Experience flamenco’s raw passion, where top professionals use dramatic footwork and intense rhythms to create an unforgettable bond with the audience.
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Fun fact: Teatro Flamenco is the world's first flamenco theater!
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Feast your eyes upon Prado Museum's huge collection of drawings, paintings, prints, sculptures and more.
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Take in Velázquez’s Baroque masterpieces, like The Feast of Bacchus and Las Meninas as well as famous works by Caravaggio and Rembrandt.
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Be a part of 'Emotions,' a 1-hour flamenco dance show that celebrates Spanish culture.
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Experience flamenco’s raw passion, where top professionals use dramatic footwork and intense rhythms to create an unforgettable bond with the audience.
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Fun fact: Teatro Flamenco is the world's first flamenco theater!
5% off
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On a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off bus tour, freely explore the city and hop on and hop at famous spots like Cibeles Square, a central hub for celebrations.
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Enjoy frequent departures every 10 to 15 mins, 4 unique routes, a multilingual audio guide, discount vouchers, and Wi-Fi access.
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Gain flexible access to the largest collection of Spanish art housed at the Prado Museum with an optional digital audio guide.
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Discover over 20,000 artworks, from Bosch's Renaissance paintings to Antonio Gisbert's 19th-century masterpieces.
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Fun fact: The Prado Museum is home to Goya's famous ‘Black Paintings’, a series of haunting works he painted directly onto the walls of his home.
More details
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On a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off bus tour, freely explore the city and hop on and hop at famous spots like Cibeles Square, a central hub for celebrations.
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Enjoy frequent departures every 10 to 15 mins, 4 unique routes, a multilingual audio guide, discount vouchers, and Wi-Fi access.
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Gain flexible access to the largest collection of Spanish art housed at the Prado Museum with an optional digital audio guide.
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Discover over 20,000 artworks, from Bosch's Renaissance paintings to Antonio Gisbert's 19th-century masterpieces.
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Fun fact: The Prado Museum is home to Goya's famous ‘Black Paintings’, a series of haunting works he painted directly onto the walls of his home.
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Just show your pass and enter Prado Museum, showcasing world-renowned art, including works by Velázquez, Goya, and Titian, all under one roof.
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Dive into art history at the Thyssen Museum! Browse iconic paintings by Titian, Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso among others, spanning over 700 years.
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Visit the Reina Sofía Museum to experience Spain's modern art, including Picasso’s Guernica and surreal masterpieces by Dalí and Miró.
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The card is valid for 1 year from purchase, offering you the freedom to visit at your convenience, no rush, just flexible planning.
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Just show your pass and enter Prado Museum, showcasing world-renowned art, including works by Velázquez, Goya, and Titian, all under one roof.
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Dive into art history at the Thyssen Museum! Browse iconic paintings by Titian, Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso among others, spanning over 700 years.
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Visit the Reina Sofía Museum to experience Spain's modern art, including Picasso’s Guernica and surreal masterpieces by Dalí and Miró.
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The card is valid for 1 year from purchase, offering you the freedom to visit at your convenience, no rush, just flexible planning.
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Enjoy Skip the Line entry to the Prado Museum, bypass the long queues and head straight into the museum with your local expert who will usher you into the world of artistic expression.
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Learn about the eclectic collection of the Spanish monarch which includes The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hyeronimus Bosch and The Descent from the Cross by Roger van der Weyden.
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Wander into the rich flora and fauna of the El Retiro Park, home to 19000 trees from 167 different species, a lake and a wide variety of different sculptures and notable buildings.
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Enjoy Skip the Line entry to the Prado Museum, bypass the long queues and head straight into the museum with your local expert who will usher you into the world of artistic expression.
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Learn about the eclectic collection of the Spanish monarch which includes The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hyeronimus Bosch and The Descent from the Cross by Roger van der Weyden.
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Wander into the rich flora and fauna of the El Retiro Park, home to 19000 trees from 167 different species, a lake and a wide variety of different sculptures and notable buildings.
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Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.
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Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.
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Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.
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Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.
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Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).
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Discover the royal legacy of Spain at the Royal Collections Gallery, the country’s most important museum project, with skip-the-line tickets.
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Explore collections ranging from the Royal Armoury to exhibits on the Royal Palace of Madrid, and tapestries, musical instruments, and more across 3 floors.
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Observe the Royal Crown Carriage by Julián González from the 1820s – a quintessential piece of royal transportation history.
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Gain access to exquisite artwork by Bosch, Titian, El Greco, Ribera, Velázquez, and Caravaggio.
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Fun Fact: The Royal Collections Gallery has already received 10 architectural awards including the FAD architecture award and the American Architecture Prize (AAP 2017).
Pro tips to help you make a pick
The Prado Museum Flexible Entry Ticket is the ideal choice if you’re looking to explore at your own pace. With extended validity and the freedom to choose your entry day and time, this ticket lets you plan around your schedule. Perfect for art lovers who want a no-rush experience, this option also includes an optional audio guide to enhance your visit with insights into the museum’s iconic works.
If you’re drawn to the stories and history behind the art, the Prado Museum Guided Tour offers an immersive experience. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll discover the hidden details and significance of famous pieces like Las Meninas by Velázquez. This tour is perfect for those who want to learn more about the art in-depth, as you’ll receive expert commentary throughout.
For those wanting to experience both Prado Museum and the Royal Palace in one trip, the Combo: Prado Museum & Royal Palace of Madrid Tickets provides a convenient way to do just that. This option offers skip-the-line access to both venues, allowing you to maximize your time and avoid queues. Ideal if you’re interested in the artistic and royal heritage of Spain.
The Prado Museum & Royal Palace of Madrid Guided Tour includes guided access to both locations, making it a great choice if you’re interested in learning about the cultural and historical contexts of these landmarks. This tour covers the highlights with expert narration, offering a thorough overview of Spanish royalty and art, so you can enjoy a rich cultural experience.
If you value convenience, the Royal Palace + Prado Museum Guided Tour with Transfers is an excellent choice. This ticket includes guided tours of both sites, along with transfers between them. You’ll explore key areas such as the Royal Palace’s Throne Room and the Prado’s renowned art galleries, and with included transportation, you can easily transition between the two.
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About Prado Museum
The Prado Museum in Madrid, showcases over 8,600 paintings, including Velázquez's 'Las Meninas' and Bosch's 'The Garden of Earthly Delights.' Its extensive collection spans from the 12th to early 20th centuries, with a focus on Spanish, Flemish, and Italian art, attracting art connoisseurs globally.
Commissioned by Charles III in 1785, Prado Museum was originally designed by Juan de Villanueva as a natural science museum. King Ferdinand VII and Queen Maria Isabel of Braganza later opted to use it to house the royal paintings, and the Museo Nacional Del Prado opened its doors in 1819.
Prado Museum boasts one of the most extensive collections of Francisco de Goya’s works, including over 150 paintings, over 600 drawings, over a 100 handwritten documents, and a selection of prints.
The most famous painting in the museum is Velázquez’s Las Meninas, one of the largest canvases from the Sevillian painter. Considered controversial for its defiance of genre, this snapshot of life at the Spanish court is as unsettling as it is captivating.
Among the hidden gems in the museum is Joaquín Sorolla’s "And They Say Fish Are Expensive!," an oddly gentle critique of harsh working conditions among fishermen in the 19th century.
The Prado Museum’s collection is so large, only 1/7th of it is actually on display. Some of its collections are temporarily loaned to other institutions, though most are showcased only in Spain.
Why visit Prado Museum?
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Plan your visit
Velázquez Entrance (Puerta de Velazquez)
The Velázquez entrance is the main entrance to the Prado Museum, located at the front of the building. It is open all days of the week, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This entrance is used by visitors with pre-booked tickets and generally has a shorter wait time.
Goya Entrance (Puerta de Goya Alta)
One of two entrances by the monument of Francisco de Goya is located on the western side of the museum, this entrance is open to all visitors. It is open all days of the week, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This entrance offers a ticket machine facility, which allows for a shorter wait time.
Goya Entrance (Puerta de Goya Baja)
The other side of the Goya entrance offers entry to all via ticket counters. This can often lead to longer wait times, extending up to 2.5 hours during peak times. It is open all days of the week, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Los Jerónimos Entrance (Puerta de los Jerónimos)
The rear entrance, los Jerónimos, offers entry to all visitors but has priority access for all guests with disabilities. Those with an advance booking will also be admitted without an excessive wait time. This entrance is open all days of the week, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Murillo Entrance (Puerta de Murillo)
The Murillo entrance is on the eastern side of the museum and offers entry to all visitors, but is the preferred entrance for groups. This can sometimes result in wait times of up to 2 hours, so it is best to book in advance and avoid the queue. This entrance is open all days of the week, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- The Prado Museum is open Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- On Sundays and holidays, the museum opens from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- On January 6th, December 3rd, and December 24th, the museum opens from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
- The museum is closed on January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.
- Weekdays at 10:00 AM is the best time to visit to avoid long queues and crowds.
- It takes 4 hours to tour the museum and can take up to 2 hours to enter the museum without a pre-booked ticket.
You may check in your coats and bags at the cloakroom for free before entering the museum. Recording equipment must also be checked at the cloakroom as it is prohibited to bring these inside.
You may place valuable items, such as cameras, and larger items, such as backpacks or luggage, in the lockers at the cloakroom.
Audioguides are available for purchase to all guests for a self-guided museum experience. Sign language guides with subtitles and guides with magnetic induction loop are also available for guests.
Restrooms at the museum include baby changing stations as well as adapted restrooms for wheelchair users.
Free WiFi is accessible at Cafe Prado inside the museum.
Wheelchairs are available for loan at the claokroom.
Prado Museum offers a variety of accessible options for wheelchair users, including ramps, platforms, accessible lifts, and adapted restrooms. Additionally, the Puerta de Jerónimos entrance offers preferential access for guests using a wheelchair. Parking spaces and vehicle access are also available upon prior request..
The museum offers preferential access for guests with baby strollers via the Puerta de los Jerónimos entrance. Baby strollers are also available on loan at the cloakroom for free.
All service animals are allowed at the museum.