Madrid: Prado Museum and El Retiro Park Guided Tour
Golden Triangle of Art, Madrid
Enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Retiro Park, Paseo del Prado, and a tour of the Prado Museum. All of the places are accompanied by an expert guide.
This guided walking tour in Madrid suits art lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, combining a visit to El Retiro Park and the Prado Museum.
Highlights
- Explore the Prado Museum, one of the world's finest art museums
- Experience Spanish painters' masterpieces at the Prado
- Tour El Retiro Park, admiring its monuments and lesser-known sites
- Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Description
Discover El Retiro Park's notable sites, including the Crystal Palace and the Philip IV Gate, as well as locations often missed by guidebooks. The park features over 19,000 trees from 167 species, a lake, various sculptures, significant buildings, and gardens. Your knowledgeable guide will provide valuable insights throughout the walk.
Then, follow the guide along Madrid's Paseo del Prado to the Prado Museum, Spain's national art museum. The Prado holds one of Europe's greatest art collections, dating from the 12th to the early 20th century, originated from the former Spanish Royal Collection. Founded in 1819, it features paintings, sculptures, and other artworks. Skip the queues and admire masterpieces by Francisco Goya, Hieronymus Bosch, El Greco, Peter Paul Rubens, Titian, and Diego Velázquez.
Includes
- Skip-the-line entry ticket for the Prado Museum
- Licensed tour guide
- Walking tour of El Retiro Park
Excludes
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- Comfortable footwear is recommended
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible
- If you choose the tapas tasting option, proceed independently to Casa Ciriaco (Calle Mayor 84) after the Prado tour
- Backpacks are not allowed inside the Prado Museum and may be prohibited
- The Prado Museum visit starts at 16:15 for the English tour or 12:45 for the Spanish tour at the Goya Statue on Calle Felipe IV, next to the museum
- On Saturdays and Sundays, the English guided tour begins at 13:30
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your preferred tour time. Bring comfortable shoes and a small bag to comply with Prado Museum regulations.
