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Walk straight into the Prado Museum and uncover Spain’s artistic treasures on a free guided tour in English.
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Your expert English-speaking guide brings masterpieces to life with captivating stories about Goya, Velázquez, Bosch, Titian, and Rubens.
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See iconic works such as The Garden of Earthly Delights, Las Meninas, and Goya’s powerful Black Paintings up close.
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Book for free and enjoy the tour, then tip your guide at the end based on how much you enjoyed the experience.
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Entry to the Prado Museum
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1.5–2 hour free guided tour in English
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Audio guides
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Step into the Prado Museum for a 1.5–2 hour journey through some of the greatest works in European art. With an expert English-speaking guide, uncover the stories, secrets, and techniques behind iconic paintings by Goya, Velázquez, Bosch, Titian, and Rubens.
This is a Pay What You Want experience—book for free, enjoy the tour, and tip your guide afterward based on how much you valued it.
Getting Started
Meet your guide outside the Starbucks at Plaza de Cánovas del Castillo (Fuente de Neptuno). Look for your guide holding a Headout sign. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the tour starts.
What to Expect
Prado Museum
Founded in 1819, the Prado Museum houses one of the finest collections of European art, with masterpieces spanning the Renaissance to the 19th century.
Spanish Royal Collection
Admire works by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco—pillars of Spain’s cultural heritage and European art history.
Masterpieces of European Art
See Titian’s portraits, Bosch’s The Garden of Earthly Delights, and Rubens’ dynamic Baroque compositions, each with rich stories shared by your guide.
Expert Insights
Learn about the lives of the artists, the historical context of their works, and the techniques that make these paintings timeless.
What to bring
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Carry a valid photo ID for admission and to confirm eligibility for free or discounted tickets.
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Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Bring cash if you wish to tip your guide at the end of the tour.
What’s not allowed
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Oversized luggage, suitcases, and large bags are not allowed inside the museum.
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Pets are not permitted, except for registered guide dogs with documentation.
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Food & drinks are prohibited inside the museum.
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Flash photography, filming equipment, and tripods are strictly prohibited in exhibition areas.
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Re-entry into the museum is not permitted once you leave.
Accessibility
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The venue is accessible to wheelchair users and visitors with strollers or prams.
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Accessible restrooms, elevators, ramps, and hearing loops are available.
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The museum offers wheelchairs and baby seats on loan for free.
Additional information
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This guided tour has no fixed fee—tips are voluntary and based on your experience.
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The final admission is 30 minutes before closing, with closing procedures starting 10 minutes prior.
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All visitors must pass through a security screening upon entry.
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Children under 18 can enter free of charge with a valid ID.
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To maintain security, the museum limits visitor numbers at any given time. Your entry time may be slightly adjusted upon arrival.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide next at the Goya Statue next to El Prado Museum.
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Address: Calle de Felipe IV, s/n, 28014 Madrid, Spain.
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