Madrid Prado Museum

With the largest collection of Spanish art, and a massive catalog that consists of other Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, the Museo Nacional del Prado or Prado Museum is the most visited attraction in Madrid. Occupying an 18th century Neoclassical building, the Prado Museum in Madrid was designed by architect Juan de Villanueva in 1785, and opened to the public as the Museo Nacional del Prado for the first time in November 1819.

The Prado Museum Madrid houses works of some of the best artists of their time like Francisco Goya, El Greco, Hieronymus Bosch, Fra Angelico, Diego Velázquez, Raphael, and Titian, and is one of the most visited attractions in the city. Your Prado Museum tickets will expose you to a world of masterpieces, so before you go, here's a quick guide to all you need to know before your visit.

Here are some of the top works of art not to be missed out on at the Prado Museum in Madrid.

Goya created La Maja Desnuda for a commission by Manuel de Godoy. It's pendant painting La Maja Vestida was created in 1803. Among Goya’s most famous works, La Maja Desnuda was a controversial work at its time. Both works have been in the museum since 1901.

Created by the leading artist of the Spanish Golden Age, the work is considered one of the most important paintings in Western art history. Set in a room in the Royal Alcazar of Madrid, the painting depicts a five-year-old Margaret Theresa, looking directly at the viewer.

The Garden of Earthly delights is a triptych oil painting on an oak panel. The left panel depicts Eden, and shows Adam and Even meeting for the first time, with God holding Eve by the wrist. The center panel is Earthly Delights, depicting a large garden with men, women, plants, and animals. The right panel depicts Hell.

This is an oil on panel work, created between 1510-1511. One can see the meticulous strokes of the brush in the textures of the clothes, and the definite influence of Flemish paintings in the way the face is painted.

It is believed that there are at least thirty versions of this painting that have been painted Titian, his assistants, and others. The work held in the museum is dated 1554, and is made with oil paints on canvas. The painting is set at dawn and shows Adonis pulling away from his lover Venus.

Vibrant and historic, Madrid is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to discover Spanish culture. Here are some of the top things to do in the city of Madrid.

One of the most iconic sights in the city, the Royal Palace of Madrid boasts opulence and grace at first sight. It is one of the largest functioning palaces in Europe and is home to the Spanish royal family, mostly used for state functions. The palace's classical baroque architecture draws in millions of visitors each year. You can book Royal Palace of Madrid tickets separately or as part of combo tickets.

While the identity of wildly popular activist-artist Banksy remains shrouded in mystery, his works of art have gained global recognition for their blunt messages of peace and equality. With Banksy Madrid tickets, admire over 50 masterpieces by the graffiti wizard including the famed Girl with the Balloon portrait.

FC Real Madrid is arguably one of the most popular and decorated European football clubs in the world. On a Santiago Bernabeu Stadium tour, walk in the footsteps of great football legends Boya, Carlos, Raul, Zidane, Puskas, Stefano, and of course, Ronaldo. Explore the players' changing rooms, trophy rooms, and interactive exhibits on your tour.

Thyssen Museum

The Thyssen completes the golden triangle of museums in Madrid, with the other two being Reina Sofia and Prado. It boasts and impressive collection of European paintings spanning 800 years, aiming to enthrall viewers with its on-point representation of the highlights of each century. From Renaissance and Baroque to Impressionist artwork, immerse yourself in a different world with Thyssen Museum tickets.